Essentials of Tailgating

My first and foremost number one rule of tailgating is just too simply have a whole bunch of fun and excitement. Since tailgating is an activity that mostly partakes on the weekends this is a time for rest and relaxation, so use the most of your time wisely. This should not be a stressful event. If it is you are either taking this way to serious, or you were not quite properly prepared.

That is my next point. In order to optimize your fun level the best way is to prepare yourself a few days or weeks in advance. This will ensure that you have everything you will need at the game, and you will not just be sitting in your chair with a dumb look on your face. I can guarantee you that if you actually take the time to plan out your day by setting a schedule of what times you want to arrive and by preparing a list of items that you will need. It may seem pointless and a waste of time at first, but it will only take a few moments to create these lists. These two steps will prevent any heartache that could arise if you show up unprepared.

You would not want to show up at the lots without a grill, even if it is the smallest Weber charcoal grill. That would be more satisfying than not having one at all because smelling all the good eats would be unbearable. Not to mention the money you can save by not buying food in the game. I would definitely recommend enough chairs for everyone in the group, and to bring large enough coolers to fit your drinks and food. It is a long day when you start tailgating as early as 5:30 am, and you want to save every last bit of energy you have. It will not be good if you go unnourished, and begin to feel weak and sick. This is not a good at all…this happens to me quite a bit when I go to concerts and I would rather avoid this feeling.

Remember to stay full and hydrated…and most importantly always, always have the most fun you can have. Without taking it too far…you do not want to end in the drunk tank!