ILR Show Division
GOVERNING BOARD Minutes
December 14, 2010
Meeting
called to order
at 8:05pm EST. Mark Smith, Mary Jo Miller, Kristy Brown, Jan
Wassink, Fran Soukup, Pam Jensen Kathi McKinney, Beth Myers,
Bill Safreed, Ed Bender, Jim Krowka & Justin Timm present. Larry
Steffel was unable to attend the call.
Mary Jo
began the meeting by thanking everyone for their participation
on the ILR Show Division committees for 2010.
Approval
of minutes from November 16, 2010
– approved by email and posted.
National
Finals Show Report:
presented
by Mark Smith, International Finals Event Board Liaison. The IA
State Fair people have never made any commitments to Norris and
we gave them a deadline of December 10, 2010, to send us a
contract to sign. We received no communication from them despite
daily calls from Norris and Mark. Mary Jo and Mark have spoken
with the NAILE (North American International Livestock Expo) to
hold the International Finals there in Louisville, KY in 2011.
We are still searching for a venue west of the Mississippi.
Committee
Reports:
1. Rules:
presented
by Pam. No report.
2.
Performance:
presented
by Jim. No report.
3.
Finance:
presented
by Kathi. No report. We need to add another person to run
to replace Monica Brown and Larry Steffel has resigned as
chairman but wishes to remain on the committee.
4.
Fleece:
presented
by Fran. Proposals for approval:
Changes
to guidebook related to both shorn and fleece on class
descriptions:
a) Single Fleece
with Crimp/Crinkle
(1) Guard hair
is nearly indiscernible
(2) Little
differentiation between guard hair and undercoat
(3) Fleece has
crimp and/or crinkle
(4) The fleece
has loft.
b) Single Fleece
without Crimp/Crinkle
(1) Guard hair
is nearly indiscernible
(2) No crimp,
(3) Distinct
locks
(4) The fleece
has loft.
(5) Lower
density/weight than suri
c) Suri Fleece
(1)
Individual, distinct locks
(2) No crimp
or crinkle
(3) Cool,
slick hand
(4) High
luster
(5) High
density/weight
(6) Show
management, with the Judge’s agreement
MAY choose to combine the above divisions when
anticipating low numbers of entries.
Addition of two
definitions to the guidebook:
Guard hair – All fleece types will have guard hair to some
degree. We see in our classic and double coat llamas a guard
hair that is coarser, longer and two fleece types can easily be
seen. The Single, silky and suri may have guard hair that is
not easily discernable as being different from the under coat
and will appear to be one fleece type.
Undercoat - the soft, down lay of the fleece. It is the most
prevalent portion of the fleece. The undercoat provides warmth
for the animal and produces the most luxurious fleece.
The addition of
defiintions for Lama Fleece Products:
G. DEFINITIONS FOR FLEECE PRODUCT EVALUATION
FELTED PRODUCTS – Felted projects need to be durable, well
felted, and consistent in thickness, as appropriate for use.
Bats of fleece, rovings, and pieces of raw fleece can all be
utilized in this discipline. The creativity one can employ in
this endeavor is limitless and will enhance the value of your
project in the judge’s eyes. The judge will also be looking for
originality and difficulty of design besides the overall
appearance of your project. Its visual impact and its
appropriateness for its intended use will also be considered.
This is one of the fiber projects that can be done purely as an
art form without any other intended use (wall hangings), so
one’s creativity can abound.
LOCKER HOOKING – Locker Hooking can be done with raw fleece,
rovings, bats or yarn, or a combination of these. The proper
fiber should be chosen to suit the project. The uniformity and
tension of the locker hooking loops should be consistent and the
edge finishing should be tidy and well done. Since there is such
a wide range of items that can be made with the locker hooking
technique, the originality and creativity can certainly enhance
a project’s score. The complexity of the design and the overall
visual impression will also be strongly considered by the judge.
KNIT, CROCHET OR MACHINE KNIT – A knitted project should first
of all have the proper yarn and gauge of yarn chosen. The
technique used should be appropriate for the design, The
workmanship should include uniform tension of the yarn
throughout the project, and the edges need to be neat and
consistent. The creativity and originality of the design, along
with the final finishing and blocking, will certainly help gain
a higher score. Lastly, the visual impact of the whole project
should make a positive impression.
WOVEN PRODUCTS – When starting a weaving project it is
important to choose the proper yarn for the warp and the weft,
plus having the proper sett. The technique used, edge finishing
and the final blocking certainly contribute to the
attractiveness of the woven item. There is great opportunity in
weaving to express originality and creativity, plus showcasing
the difficulty of design to gain the highest scores. In the end,
the overall visual or tactile impact of the project can also
impress the judge favorably.
YARN – Yarn itself can be a true work of skill. The proper
twist, balance and uniformity are very important. The lack of
vegetable matter, the yarn’s hand and luster, all contribute to
the visual and tactile impact the yarn makes. An appropriate
suggestion for the yarn’s use should accompany the project.
Lastly, the committee felt that for small shows, it would be
more economical to offer one large combined
"Other/Miscellaneous” class rather than the many classes in the
Lama Product division. Also, exhibitors were bringing in Lama
Products which did not fit the standard, existing categories.
These products included macrame jewelry, embroidery, lead ropes
and combined art forms. Therefore, the fleece committee is
recommending an Other/Misc. Fleece Product class with a new
score card.
Motion to approve proposed changes. Motion by Mark, second by
Jim. Motion passed unanimaously.
5. Youth:
presented
by Ed. No items for approval. The committee is working on
the Youth Judging program, youth program promotion and
youth grant programs.
6.
Judges:
presented
by Beth. Proposals for approval.
VII.
GRANDFATHERED FLEECE JUDGES :
Complete
at least one of the two following criteria:
1.
Attend an
ILR-SD Fleece Clinic Workshop
2.
Complete a
mentorship under an ILR-SD approved fleece teaching judge using
one of the following methods:
a.
Mentor
with an approved teaching judge at a sanctioned show.
b.
Mentor
with an approved teaching judge by phone conference with the
following format:
i.
Confer
with mentor prior to judging an ILR-SD sanctioned show
ii.
Upon
completion of judging said show, review with mentor
iii.
Additional
phone conferencing as mentor/judges committee deems necessary
iv.
Mentor
will report results to the ILR-SD Judges’ Committee for approval
These
recommendations are intended so that all ILR-SD fleece judges
can be familiarized with and understand ILR-SD Guidelines. It
will be the responsibility of the judge to attend a seminar or
contact a teaching judge for mentorship options.
This
should be accomplished not later than December 1, 2011.
VIII.
ILR-SD TEACHING FLEECE JUDGES (approved
to accept apprentices): the following steps need to be
completed by those wishing to become an approved teaching judge:
1.
Submit
letter to ILR-SD Judges’ Committee requesting consideration
a.
Example of
teaching experience or reason you feel confident in your ability
to assist judges in using & understanding the ILR-SD Guidelines
at ILR-SD sanctioned shows.
b.
List at
least two ILR-SD fleece shows judged and at least four other
activities, such as open or sanctioned shows judged within last
4 years (excluding 4-H or Youth only shows), fleece workshops,
conducted educational seminars, speak at lama conferences.
2.
Not be on
probation for judging or ethical improprieties
3.
Attend an
approved ILR-SD Fleece Judging Clinic or complete a mentorship
under an approved teaching judge
It is
important that this association is seen as conscientious in
approval and training of ILR-SD certified judges, thus assuring
exhibitors of qualified and experienced judges. Following this
ONE TIME certification process of Grandfathered fleece
qualified judging applicants, the only future specification
would be an open book test on ILR-SD guidelines to be completed
and returned by February 28 of each year.
IX.
ADVANCED TEACHING FLEECE JUDGE:
See section V above.
X . FLEECE
JUDGING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
A.
To enter
program with extensive camelid fleece judging experience:
a.
Attend &
pass ILR-SD Fleece Clinic
b.
At least
one apprenticeship with ILR-SD Teaching Judge with positive
recommendation. May be an approved alternative to a show.
c.
Attend 2nd
ILR-SD Fleece Clinic
B.
To enter
program with extensive fleece judging with fiber other than
camelid:
a.
Attend &
pass ILR-SD Fleece Clinic
b.
One to
three apprenticeships under ILR-SD Teaching Judge with positive
recommendations. May be a farm experience or other approved
event.
c.
Attend 2nd
ILR-SD Fleece Clinic
C.
To enter
apprenticeship program without prior experience:
a.
Attend &
pass ILR-SD Fleece Clinic
b.
At least 3
apprenticeships with positive recommendations or until
recommended to attend final Clinic.
c.
Should
have evaluated 50 shorn fleeces and 75 fleece on
Motion to
approve as listed above. Motion by Fran, second by Pam. Motion
passed unanimously.
7.
Halter:
presented
by Justin. Proposals for approval.
Change 1 –
Section
XI: HALTER
A.
Regular
Approved halter classes
Change 2 –
Section
XI: HALTER
A.
Regular
Approved halter classes
f: ILR-SD sanctioned shows are
not required to offer all halter classes. Classes may be
combined as needed to achieve adequate numbers for optimal
points or if entries in a particular class are very small,
or may be split into two classes if entries in a
particular division are too large. The goal of combined classes
is to compare animals of similar phenotype and fleece
characteristics and keep the competition comparable for all
competitors.
Motion
to approve Change 1and Change 2 motion by Pam, second by Fran.
Motion passed passed unanimously.
Change 3 –
Proposed
Descriptions for 2011:
Classic –
Light Division
Descriptions:
1.
Classic –
A.
abundant
guard hair visible on the body and neck of the animal, with
short and minimal “downy” undercoat
B.
The
presence of a guard hair “mane” on the back of the neck.
C.
A natural
change in the fleece at the level of the elbow/stifle, with the
fleece below this point being very short.
D.
Natural
windows of short fleece – brisket, belly, flank.
E.
Minimal
Fleece on legs/head with characteristics like guard hair, not
the downy undercoat.
2.
Light Wool
–
A.
Most will
have double coat with moderate density but short length
B.
Fleece
coverage should rapidly decline below the elbow/stifle, and be
very short below the knee/hock
C.
Most
animals will exhibit obvious guard hair that is longer than the
undercoat
Medium/Heavy Division:
Descriptions:
1.
Medium
Wool:
A.
Animals
may be double coated with moderate density and length.
B.
Front legs
may exhibit coverage extending down the leg with minimal
coverage below the knee.
C.
Rear legs
may exhibit coverage extending down the leg with minimal
coverage below the hock.
2.
Medium
Heavy Wool:
A.
Animals
will exhibit even neck fleece that does not naturally shed.
B.
Front legs
will exhibit coverage down to the knees, potentially down to the
toes with a decline in coverage below the knees.
C.
Rear legs
will exhibit coverage down to the pastern on the back of the
legs with minimal coverage on the front of the legs.
There was
much discussion on the third proposed change. Motion to reject
Change 3 as submitted. Motion by Beth, second by Jim. Motion
passed 8 for, 1 against, and 1 abstention. This item will be
returned to the halter committee for continued discussion. The
recommendation of the governing board was to have the approved
class list include Classic, Light, Medium, Heavy, Extreme Heavy,
Silky and Suri. The wording for “shedding” the neck wool is to
be re-evaluated as well in the class descriptions.
Old
Business:
none
New
Business:
We will
need to develop a new executive board when new committee chairs
are assigned in 2011. This will be done at the first governing
board meeting of 2012 when the new committee chairs are in
place.
Next
Meeting: Tuesday January 25, 2011 at 8pm EST.
Motion to
adjourn
at 9:15pm EST: motion by Pam, second by Jim. Motion passed
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Bill Safreed, ILR Vice President