JUNEAU—The Dodge County Fair Association is seeking ambitious, enthusiastic, and outgoing individuals age 18 as of January 2009 to enter the 2009 Dodge County Fairest of the Fair contest.

Scholarship money, gifts, self-confidence and improved communication skills are some of the benefits of being named Fairest of the Fair.

The 2009 Fairest of the Fair will represent the Dodge County Fair Association in media and promotion events at the Dodge County Fair, as well as other summer events. The winner will serve as the 2009 Dodge County Fair hostess and plan the Fairest of the Fair competition in 2010. The Fairest of the Fair will have the opportunity to participate in the 2010 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs contest.

The 2008 Dodge County Fairest of the Fair, Amanda Graff, is a senior at UW-Madison majoring in Legal Studies and Social Welfare with minors in Criminal Justice and Women's Studies.

"This has been an amazing experience," Graff said. "After being involved in 4-H as a member for 10 years, it is great to continue being a part of the fair and represent Dodge County."

Graff attended the 2009 Wisconsin State Fairs Convention in January.

"The convention was the best part of my winter break. I learned a great deal about the Wisconsin Fair Association and I met a group of terrific women during the convention, all passionate about their local county and fair."

During her reign Graff took part in the Fair's futurity show, presented ribbons at dairy judging, helped with the kiddy tractor pull, participated in the cream puff eating contest, and announced the Grandstand performers.

"I'm really looking forward to Farm Technology Days this summer and the experiences I will gain promoting the 2009 Dodge County Fair," she said.

All applicants for the Fairest of the Fair position will receive gifts, interview experience and build self-confidence while having fun. Applicants must be available for the Press Banquet on July 13 and for the Dodge County Fair Aug. 19-23.

For more information about the contest or for an application, contact Sally Schoenike, Dodge County 4-H Youth Development Agent at 386-3790. The application can also be found at http://www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/dodge/4h

All applications must be received at the Dodge County UW-Extension Office by June 5.

 

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