Welcome to the 2009 Larimer County Fair & Rodeo! |
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Presented by Ranch-Way Feeds |
THANK YOU LARIMER COUNTY FOR A SUCCESSFUL
2009 LARIMER COUNTY FAIR & RODEO!
2010 dates are August 6th - 10th!
2009 LARIMER COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO AT THE RANCH
DOUBLES ATTENDANCE IN ONE YEAR
2009 LARIMER COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO, PRESENTED BY
RANCH-WAY FEEDS, ENTERTAINS LARGEST CROWDS IN
RECENT MEMORY
Loveland, CO - By all accounts, the 2009 Larimer County Fair and Rodeo, presented
by
Ranch-Way Feeds, at The Ranch in Loveland, was a smashing success, as almost each
individual event saw an extensive increase in attendance from previous years.
Fair events
from rodeos and roping shows to carnivals and concessions showed substantial growth.
Director of The Ranch, Bob Herrfeldt, announced Thursday that the 2009 Larimer
County
Fair and Rodeo attendance was 74,436. This eclipsed the
2008 attendance
by 38,175
or a 105% increase.
Larimer County Commissioner and liaison to the Fair Board, Kathay Rennels, stated
“So many things came together for our Fair this year.
The expertise of The Ranch staff, the hard work of the Fair Board, the economic drive
to
vacation locally and putting on an excellent event all played a factor. Those who
came for
the first time will come back and those long term "fair attendees" had a great time.” She added, “Being told that ‘this is like the old fair, now you got it right’ was a very high compliment from someone who has supported 4-H and the Fair for all their lives.”
Presenting sponsor of the 2009 Larimer County Fair and Rodeo, Ranch-Way Feeds, relayed
their appreciation. While speaking about this year’s event, Kim Szidon, General Manager of
Ranch-Way Feeds, told The Ranch “The turnout and excitement generated
at the Fair this
year was truly amazing. The Ranch was able to facilitate and emphasize so much of the
great agriculture in our community.”
Mike Adams, President of the Larimer County Fair Board stated “This year's fair was a
complete success from my perspective. My kids have been involved in 4-H for the last
five years and I was a 4-H member in Larimer County as a youngster as well. This event
was the best that I can remember.”
The success of the event found its way into the barns and exhibition halls as well.
This year’s
event drew a record number of horse event entries at 1,400, which is larger than the entries submitted in the
2008
Colorado State Fair. Larimer County Extension Director, Laurel Kubin,
said “I am so pleased with the number of people who chose to volunteer their time, from
exhibitors to superintendents, kids and parents alike, the commitment they put forth so
others may see their work is truly what makes the
Larimer County Fair and Rodeo a success."
FACTS AND FIGURES FROM 2009 LARIMER COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO:
● Overall attendance up 105% from 2008
● 4-H horse shows had more contestants than 2008 Colorado State
Fair
● First visit by sitting CSU President, Tony Frank on CSU Day
● First Gnarly Barley Brew Festival tops 1,700 beer connoisseurs
● Attendance from Saturday, August 1 exceeded ALL of 2008
● Concessions up 35% from 2008
● Bill Hames Carnival reported record Fair numbers, up 34% from
2008
● Splash Dogs recorded all-time top ten jump record
● Annual Pancake Breakfast named after 20 year Fair board member,
Loren Maxey and wife Kathy
The Larimer County Fair is Free to attend!
The Larimer County Fair and Rodeo will celebrate 130 Years of Fair Time this summer!
The Larimer
County Fair and Rodeo promotes a sense of community
by providing
entertainment and education for
the residents of Northern Colorado.
From the traditions of years past, including the antique tractor show, Draft Horse
Show,
PRCA rodeos and the ever popular Pancake Breakfast, to the impressive
4-H showcase of animals, art displays, and competitions to the new traditions
you are looking to create, we
have something for everyone to enjoy.
The variety of family activities is overflowing this year! Come participate and prepare
to get
wet as your dog learns to jump from a dock into a huge pool of water, relax as
your kids
explore the petting zoo and take a pony ride, learn about milk making, or fly
through the air
at the carnival. Enjoy mouth-watering treats on the midway, gulp a
refreshing beverage
at the new Gnarley Barley Brew Festival, discover treasures
from the marketplace and
enjoy live music and demonstrations on the entertainment
stages. There is so much more
going on at the 2009 Larimer County Fair and Rodeo,
click here for a complete list of events.
The Larimer County Fair and Rodeo takes place at The Ranch, Larimer County Fairgrounds
and Event Complex in Loveland, CO.
For a map and directions click here.
“1879 – 2009…130 Years of Fair Time”
Fair Board member, Loren Maxey, won the 2009 Larimer County Fair & Rodeo theme contest. Congratulations Loren!