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Winning Hacks
for a Stress-
Free Tailgate
If there’s one thing fans look forward to more than the
game itself, it’s tailgating. This pregame ritual is essential,
but it can also involve a lot of planning and organization.
This season, if you’re looking for less stress and more fun
at your tailgate, it’s time to bring in a fresh playbook.
7th Play: Stay Connected
The modern tailgater needs to stay connected. Bring a
car phone charger so you don’t drain your battery by
continuously checking the out-of-town scoreboard. What’s
more, bring multiple extension cords to keep your entire
crew charged up.
8th Play: Game On
As you get closer to kickoff, why not have some friendly
competition of your own? Classic tailgate games like
cornhole, ring toss and ladder ball will get everyone in
the mood to cheer their favorite team to victory.
With the right plays and a few smart hacks, you can
streamline your tailgating experience to earn rave reviews
without breaking a sweat. To be tailgate MVP, consider
revising your pregame plan with these winning plays:
9th Play: Keep Clean
To make sure a win is the only thing you bring home from
the stadium, create a portable hand-washing station. Fill
an empty laundry detergent dispenser with water, place a
bottle of liquid hand soap beside it and hang paper towels
1st Play: Know the Rules
with a bungee cord. You’ll keep hands clean for cheering
Every tailgate location has its own rules. Know what’s and keep cold and flu bugs at bay.
allowed so you’re not caught off guard. Info on food,
drink, music, even electronics and generators is widely 10th Play: Pack the night before
available on stadium websites.
If you’re packing in the morning, you’re wasting valuable
time while someone else is taking the best tailgating spot.
2nd Play: Plan the Menu
Pack as much as you can the evening prior, leaving only
Forget manning the flames. Create a hassle-free spread by the last-minute essentials for game day.
ordering catering from favorite restaurants. Made-to-order
burgers, sandwiches, wraps and chips with a bounty of
fresh toppings and mouth-watering condiments to create
customized burgers to everyone’s tastes.
3rd Play: Hydrate
Just like your team needs stamina to win, you’ll need it to
last an entire day of tailgating. Feel your best by staying
hydrated. In addition to your favorite drinks, freeze water
bottles to use as ice. As they melt, you’re left with chilled
water to quench your thirst.
4th Play: Keep Organized
When your team is flustered, it can cost them the game.
Similarly, when you’re disorganized, it can cause your
tailgate to fumble. Stay organized by packing essentials like
bottle openers, sunscreen, duct tape, permanent markers
and first-aid supplies in a toolbox or craft container.
5th Play: Magnets are Magical
Heavy-duty or industrial magnets are a lifesaver when
surface area is scarce. Stock up so you can adhere banners
and garbage bags safely to your car or nearby light posts.
6th Play: Stand Out
Your tailgate buddies will have a hard time finding you
in a sea of vehicles. To stand out, go high. Fly a flag or
inflate helium balloons with long strings to help direct
friends to your location.
NOVEMBER 2017
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WINTER GARDEN MAGAZINE
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