Pottawamie County Fair photos

Above, Poultry judge Adam Banks carefully examines a bird to determine the color of the tail feathers.

Adam Banks examines a Rhode Island Red rooster during the judging.

Education is an important part of 4-H and poultry judge Adam Banks explains what he is looking for as he examines the bird, a family pet.

Intense concentration on the judge is part of what is required when showing livestock.

Intermediate showmaship swine participants should keep the swine always in the judge's view.

Once again this year I treated the county fair as an assignment, and took several shots at the fair. The kids work hard and learn about responsibility - and they also enjoy hanging out with their friends.