Be The Best Fans in the Land – Ohio State Buckeyes
10/15/2015 12:00:00 AM | General
Oct. 15, 2015
As Buckeye Nation prepares for the second football night game of the season against Minnesota on Saturday, the Ohio State Department of Athletics encourages all fans to continue to BE The BEST FANS IN THE LAND.
Show Respect: As Buckeyes, it is essential to initiate and foster a friendly environment for which we can all be proud.
Know the Rules: The Ohio State Football Game Day web page, www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/gameday/, provides complete information for Buckeye fans and visitors, including stadium policies, parking information and transportation options. Fans and visitors are reminded:
- The possession and consumption of alcohol are subject to the laws and regulations of the State of Ohio and City of Columbus which state that no person shall have in the person’s possession an opened container of beer or intoxicating liquor in any public place.
- Disability Parking is located in the lots north of St. John Arena and in the Lane Avenue Garage. A current state issued disability placard, along with registration, and the person who owns the placard must be in the vehicle to enter the parking area.
- Trailers, storage units, and tailgating activities may not take up vacant parking spaces or interfere with traffic flow within a parking lot.
- Tent frames may not be attached to University furniture, trees, or light poles. Tents or fencing requiring staking may not be set up without prior approval. It is recommended that expandable 10×10 “pop-up” tents be used when possible.
- Fire pits and similar portable “bon fire” products are not permitted on campus. Only gas grills are permitted on game day.
Report Problems: Outstanding service or issues that need to be addressed can be communicated by texting BRUTUS Issue and Location to 69050 or by filling out a comment card which may be obtained at Guest Services Booths at Gate 13, Gate 14 or Gate 38.
No Drones: The Federal Aviation Administration has classified airspace above Ohio Stadium as National Defense Airspace. A Temporary Flight Restriction is in effect one hour before each home football game starts and continues until one hour after the end of the games. All aircraft operations, including parachute jumping, unmanned aircraft systems and remote controlled aircraft such as drones, are prohibited within three miles of Ohio Stadium. Anyone found operating a UAS/drone in violation of applicable laws or university policies could be asked to leave campus and/or could be subject to arrest or criminal prosecution.
Sustainability: Fans are encouraged to dispose of waste in the trash and recycling containers that have been placed in parking lots and around campus in common areas.
By Being the Best Fans in the Land, Ohio State can proudly promote good sportsmanship and provide a remarkable Saturday for all fans.


