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TAILGATING
Location
- Setup near a grassy area or bring astro-
truf
- Park at the end of a row, it can give you
move space to tailgate
Power
- Serious tailgaters bring a small generator
for power (TV, stereo, etc.)
Timing
- Arrive about 3 - 4 hours early to kick-off
to allow yourself time to cook and beat
the crowd
- Precook the night before to save time
and to enjoy the day
Packing
- Pack the car the night before (tables,
chairs, trash bags, and other supplies)
- Pack and transport foods with
temperature guidelines in mind
Tailgate with a theme
- Be creative with your tailgate event (use
themes such as the opponent, a holiday,
or your home team as a source of
creativity
- Dress for the occasion (tennis shoe, wind
breaker, pants, rain coat, etc.)
Must Haves
- Football (Aired Up)
- Trash Bags
- Camera
- Paper Plates and Towels
- Eating Utensils
- First Aid Kit
- Water
- Sun Screen
- Rain Gear
- Bottle Opener
- Tent
- Fans
- Antacid
- Extra Ice
- Coolers (#1 Food, #2 Ice, #3 Beverages)
Enjoy the day you are now prepared!