I am absolutely impressed with the quality of agriculture in Iowa. There is ample opportunity for practically anyone, of all ages, to win an award, if they work with plants and animals and related areas.
Did you know...How many ribbons are handed out during the Fair?
Approximately 45,000 ribbons, rosettes and banners are awarded annually to winners.
The official fair website has more interesting trivia. See: http://www.iowastatefair.com/about/trivia.php
You have captured the essence of lifelong learning. It is all about interacting and learning from the real world while we fit the new knowledge in with the old. Excellent point.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, my teen is a quilter and she loved going to Fons & Porter mortar and brick store in Winterset, IA. We were on our way to Rochester, MN. It was a great trip for her. She had a chance to see and talk with many different people.