Specialty Crop

Specialty-crop-related entries in the Open classes include ones in fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs; canned fruits such as jellies, jams, and preserves; canned vegetables, including pickles and relishes; and floriculture, including cut flowers. There are also a variety of other Open classes including homemade pies.

Additionally, there are many contests for 4-H, including ones directly tied to specialty crops, including gardening & horticulture, and food & nutrition. There are also contests open to FFA members. Those participating in the Open, FFA, and 4-H contests can compete at the state fair, and prizes are awarded at both the county and state levels.

The Hot Springs County Fair, held annually in late July/early August, also offers a wide variety of other events and activities, including a ranch rodeo; livestock auction; family fun night; food vendors (including some from the Thermopolis Farmer’s and Artisan’s Market); live events such as a redneck relay and pig wrestling; chili cookoff; open class beef cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, and rabbits; royalty contest; and others.