Clermont County Fair

Fair Director Tom Ansteatt inducted into OFMA’s Hall of Fame

fair — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:01:15 +0000

Clermont County Fair Director, Tom Ansteatt from Owensville, was inducted into the Ohio Fair Managers Hall of Fame on Sunday, January 8, 2012. He was one of only three directors from all over the state to receive this honor this year.

Tom has been on our Board for over 40 years and has also served on the State Board of Directors for 12. In addition, the company he founded, OKI, has provided the sound systems for many fairs all over the state including the Ohio State Fair each year.

Tom is only the second director from Clermont County to ever receive this honor. The first was Bill Gibbons from Goshen.

Electing officers at the Nov. 9th meeting.

fair — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 17:53:56 +0000

The Fairboard will be electing officers at the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 9, 2011.

4TH ANNUAL CAMPOUT HELD AT FAIRGROUNDS

fair — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:31:19 +0000

The weekend of the 21st -23rd of October proved to be a busy one at the Clermont Co. Fairgrounds. In addition to a 4-H band, haunted trail, quarter auction, and casino night, the fairgrounds was decorated with almost 60 campers, all of whom enjoyed a beautiful fall weekend away from the hustle and bustle of normal living.

Those who were camping were treated with a number of activities besides those listed above. Entertainment by the Mike & Dan Trio, funny ghost stories around a campfire, plenty of and activities for the kids in addition to campsite decorating, pumpkin decorating, a chili cook off, costume judging, hayrides, and trick or treating.

Here is a breakdown of our winners. (PDF)

Anyone interested in signing up for next year can contact the fair office at 513-732-0522.
Next year’s campout will be Oct. 25-28.

Rear Parking Lot

fair — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:38:20 +0000

As part of an on-going enhancements, a capital improvement project was completed by Board this summer (2011). A new parking lot was built at the back of the fairgrounds. Thanks to donations, the board was able to do so with minimal cost. The Board would like to publicly thank Arch Materials, Burroughs Trucking & Excavatiing, and Roger Mahan, for their donations and allowing us to complete this project with considerable savings.

Phase 1 Download PDF
Phase 2 Download PDF

BOARD ELECTION HELD

fair — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:25:29 +0000

On Saturday, July 30, from 11-3 in the Fair Board office, an election was held to determine who
would serve on the CCAS Board of Directors from certain townships as well as to elect two
at large positions. The following members of the Clermont County Agricultural Society were
elected to serve three year terms:

Alan Motta–Washington Township (re-elected)
Dan Hodges—At Large #3 (re-elected)
Dave Williamson—Union Township (re-elected)
Eric Nelson—Ohio Township (re-elected)
John Cooper—Milford Township
Todd Slone—Franklin Township (re-elected)
Wendell Wehrum—At Large #4 (re-elected)

After serving nearly 25 years as a Board member representing Milford Township, Yvonne Haight
chose not to run for re-election. She will be stepping down in November, when newly elected
John Cooper will take her place.

2012 Fair Camping Registration Form

fair — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 20:07:05 +0000

Rules
1. To be guaranteed a camping spot for 2012, a payment of $150.00 is required by the end of the fair for all campers 28 feet or less and $200.00 for campers over 28 feet or with 50 amp. service. After July 30, 2012, the lots will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.
2. The Head of the Unit must be an adult living in the unit and be responsible for the behavior and welfare of all other members.
3. NO OUTSIDE REFRIGERATORS
4. Open fires are not allowed. Cooking over approved burners is permitted.
5. Intoxicating beverages, profane or vulgar language, excessive noise, or disorderly conduct of any type will not be tolerated. Any of these is sufficient reason for the eviction from camping areas and fairgrounds, without refund of unused fees.
6. Camping areas must be quieted by 12 p.m. midnight—CURFEW TIME—and campers must be on their respective lots by then. Any person not observing the curfew may be evicted.
7. One camping unit per lot. (One tent or one camper only.) No one is permitted to sleep in a car.
8. Water is not potable (not suitable for consumption).
9. Dishwater and wash water, but not toilet water, is to be emptied into slop drains. Solid waste, garbage, cans, and paper is to be disposed of in trash barrels. Absolutely no leaking of gray or black water. Violators may be asked to leave and their camping fees forfeited.
10. No grilling, cooking, fire pits, or other sources of open flames is permitted under awnings or canopies.
11. Failure to use assigned campsite or transfer of site without the Camping Committee’s written approval WILL result in loss of camping privileges.
12. Units may be placed on assigned lots after 9 a.m. Thursday, July 19, 2012 (except in horse area) with approval by the camping supervisor, but no electric will be available until July 21. No camping will be allowed until July 21, 2012.
13. No bicycles are allowed on campgrounds or fairgrounds. No golf carts or other UTVs are allowed without a permit. Check with office for permit.
14. Camping locations to be determined by camping supervisor—there is no guarantee that returning campers will have the same location as before.
15. One parking pass will be issued per camper for one vehicle to park at the campsite, if room available.

The camping fee does not include a pass for entering the fairgrounds. At least one membership or season pass must be purchased with each camping spot. (Prices subject to Board approval.) Do not send money for pass with camping application.

Print the form below and mail to CCAS Camping, PO Box 369, Owensville, OH 45160. Make check payable to CCAS (Clermont County
Agricultural Society).

Click here to download (PDF)

FAIR BOARD ELECTION TO BE HELD

fair — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:44:39 +0000

There are currently twenty members of the Clermont County Agricultural Society Board of Directors (more commonly known as the “Fair Board.”) This Board’s main responsibility is to put on the Clermont County Fair each year. Once elected, the term of office is three years. The terms are rotated so that approximately one-third of the terms are up for election each year. This year, the township seats of Franklin, Milford, Ohio, Union, & Washington are to be elected along with two at large positions.
Anyone interested in running for these positions may do so under the following conditions:

Must be a member of the Clermont Co. Agricultural Society (membership can be purchased at the fair board office for $35.)
For township seats, must be a resident of that township.
Must have a petition signed by ten members of the Society. Petition must be returned by July 23, 2011 before 5:00 p.m. Petitions are available in the fair board office until 4:00 p.m. on July 23, 2011.

The election will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. in the fair board office. Only members of the Clermont Co. Agricultural Society may vote. You must bring your membership pass with you.

One must be a resident of Clermont County and be 18 years of age or older to become a member of the Clermont Co. Agricultural Society. Memberships will be sold until noon on Wednesday, July 27th in the fair board office. The office is open weekdays from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. from now until fair week. During fair week, the office will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Submitted by:

Jan Schoellman

Office Manager, Clermont Co. Fair

P.O. Box 369, Owensville, OH 45160

Phone: 513-732-0522

Shirts!

fair — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 22:09:02 +0000

FIRST TIME EVER! Clermont County Fair Truck & Tractor Pull Shirts!

SHOW YOUR PRIDE!

To find out about our Presale Roadshows, join our facebook page.

Shirts will be available also for purchase beginning Tuesday 7/5 at the Fair Board office. Limited Quantities!

“Full Pull” White Shirts
Men’s Small to X Large $12.00
Men’s 2x and 3x $15.00
Youth Large $12.00
Womens Tee Small to X large $12.00
Womens Tee 2x $15.00
Womens Tank Small to 2x $15.00

Womens only “Luv the Boys”
Womens Tee Small to X large $12.00
Womens Tee 2x $15.00
Womens Tank Small to 2x $15.00

Childrens Tee “Future Puller”
Sizes Xsmall to Large $12.00

Children’s Tee “When I grow up”
Sizes Xsmall to Medium $12.00

Free Shuttle

fair — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:59:30 +0000

Croswell Bus Line will be providing a free shuttle Monday thru Saturday of the fair week from 5-11 pm from the old CNE Primary (at the corner of SR 276 & SR132) to the fairgrounds.

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Golf Cart and Other UTV Rules and Regulations

fair — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 18:17:49 +0000

RULES & REGULATIONS TO
OPERATE A GOLF CART OR OTHER UTV ON THE
CLERMONT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

NO ATVS PERMITTED ON GROUNDS
ALL VEHICLES MUST HAVE PERMIT PRIOR TO UNLOADING ON GROUNDS
EACH PERMIT IS $50.00 PER VEHICLE. FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.
DRIVERS LICENSE NEEDED WHEN PURCHASING PERMIT. PERSON SIGNING FOR VEHICLE PERMIT MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE.
PERSON SIGNING FOR UTV MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR VEHICLE. ELECTRIC VEHICLES NEED HOMEOWNERS POLICY WHILE GAS OR DIESEL POWERED VEHICLES NEED TO SHOW RIDER ON HOMEOWNERS POLICY.
ALL OPERATORS OF VEHICLES MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE WITH VALID DRIVERS LICENSE
FAIRBOARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO WITHDRAW THE PERMIT AT ANY TIME & HAVE PERMIT HOLDER REMOVE VEHICLE FROM THE FAIR GROUNDS (PERMIT FEE IS NOT REFUNDABLE)
PERMIT TO BE CLEARLY VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES ON BOTH SIDES OF CART
FOR SAFETY REASONS, LIGHTS MUST BE ON WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING. NO ONE MAY BE STANDING ON THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS IN MOTION.
DURING CERTAIN TIMES OF DAY, GOLF CARTS AND OTHER UTVS ARE PERMITTED ON THE GROUNDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF TRANSPORTING PERSONNEL, SUPPLIES & CUSTOMERS AROUND THE FAIR GROUNDS. ANY OTHER USE IS PROHIBITED. THESE TIMES ARE FROM 6-10 A.M. AND FROM 10-11 P.M.
NO VISITOR VEHICLES ARE PERMITTED BEYOND THE SOUTH END OF THE GRANDSTAND FENCE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00 A.M. AND 10: 00 P.M.. THIS INCLUDES ON THE MIDWAY OR AT THE BARNS. PARK CART IN DESIGNATED AREA AT THE SOUTHWEST END OF THE RACE TRACK.
11:00 P.M. CURFEW ON ALL CARTS OVER ENTIRE FAIRGROUNDS.
GOLF CARTS OR OTHER UTVS ARE NOT RECOGNIZED AS HANDICAPPED VEHICLES. NO HANDICAPPED PERMITS WILL BE ISSUED.
THE FAIR BOARD DOES NOT RENT GOLF CARTS OR OTHER UTVS.

SAFETY IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY
OPERATE SAFELY