Sunshine Showmanship Class
Show: Friday, Sept 26, 5:00 pm
Introduction: The Sunshine Class is a unique showmanship class designed for special needs youth, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their skills and bond with animals in a supportive environment. This class will focus on using sheep/goats due to their manageable size and the positive impact they have on participants.
Eligibility: Open to middle and high school aged youth. Limited to the first 40 youth who sign up. Free to participate.
Registration: Participants must register through the Five County Fair website (goggle form link below). Registration will be open from 09/03/2025 to 09/19/2025.
Program Details: Classes will be held at the Five County Fair. Participants will be paired with sheep/goats that a youth is willing to let them show. Animal owner will “mentor” the youth showing the animal in the ring. The event will culminate in a showmanship competition where participants can demonstrate their skills and is NOT JUDGED
Rules and Regulations
The Sunshine Showmanship class is for exhibitors with exceptional needs.
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Entrants must be recommended by and Extension agent, FFA advisor, or special education teacher.
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All participants in the Sunshine Class must be 4-H club, FFA member or students 20 and under and live within the five counties (Appomattox, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland or Prince Edward).
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Entrants will sign up for the Sunshine Showmanship class via the goggle form below.
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All entries must be received on or before September 19, 2025.
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Each exhibitor in the class will be paired with a registered sheep/goat exhibitor or individual deemed acceptable by the sheep and goat chairperson.
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Participants should arrive at the Five County Fair grounds at 5:00 pm on Friday September 26, 2025.
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There is no entry fee for Sunshine Showmanship participants.
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This is a non-competitive class and all participants will receive recognition / prize / ribbon awards.