If you\u2019re a sports fanatic (though you don\u2019t have to be one) this is the perfect season to tailgate. Find someone you know with a car and grab some friends, and try out hosting\u00a0a tailgate before the next sports game! They are an awesome way to spend quality time\u00a0with others and make some new\u00a0memories. Keep reading for\u00a0my top ten tips to ensure that you have an awesome and safe tailgate party with your friends!<\/p>\n

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1. Make\u00a0a checklist.<\/h3>\n

When you\u2019re planning your tailgate party, you\u2019re going to need more than just a car, drinks, and food. Like any other get-together, a tailgate party requires planning and preparation. Start planning a few days in advance. Put together a list to ensure you\u2019ll have enough time to get everything done.\u00a0Divide\u00a0your list up into different sections, such as food, drinks, music,\u00a0etc. By separating\u00a0everything\u00a0into a list, you\u2019ll make it easier to divide the responsibilities among you and your friends.<\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0Get everyone to pitch in.<\/h3>\n

Building on the first point, you should have everyone bring something. Don\u2019t let yourself become the person that has to buy\/bring all the stuff to the party. It\u2019s unfair to you and way too much work. To prevent this, evenly divide the list between you and your friends. Make sure that each person knows what to bring and that they follow through with bringing it. This is the fair thing to do and makes everything easier.<\/p>\n

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3. Keep the\u00a0cooler stocked with ice and drinks.<\/h3>\n

This might seem redundant, but it\u2019s super\u00a0important to keep your cooler stocked and full with ice. You want your cooler to keep your beverages cold on that hot summer day, so nothing melts or gets warm on you. That just spells G-R-O-S-S. Your cooler will do\u00a0its job effectively if you keep it stocked with ice and ice packs. You can purchase ice packs at almost any major health store. Be sure to stick them in your freezer the night before, and don\u2019t put them in the cooler until it\u2019s time to go. With those bad boys in your cooler, your drinks and food will stay cool – guaranteed.<\/p>\n

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4. Factor in setup time.<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s just like setting up for any other party. Remember to factor in a setup time when you\u2019re prepping for your event. Chances are that it’ll take you more than a few minutes to remove everything you need from your car and get yourself settled for the event.<\/p>\n

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5. Find the perfect setup spot.<\/h3>\n

You don\u2019t want your tailgate party to be just anywhere. You have to find\u00a0the perfect spot so that you’ll have the best time\u00a0and your friends can find you easily.\u00a0Finding a spot can be tricky sometimes, since a lot of people are gathering in the same location (typically parking lots). Even worse, sometimes the parking lots may prohibit tailgate parties alltogether. To make sure this doesn\u2019t happen to you, check online and\u00a0verify whether or not the parking lot has restrictions.<\/p>\n

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6. Decorate.<\/h3>\n

This is a given for any successful tailgate party. Decorate the exterior of your car and wear a fun outfit with\u00a0your team colours. Don\u2019t be afraid to go all out. The more creative\/crazy the better! Use\u00a0the space however you want. It\u2019s a great way to show team spirit and get pumped up for the game.<\/p>\n

7. Use social media to increase attendance.<\/h3>\n

Never doubt the power of social media! If you want to spread the word\u00a0to increase attenance, then social media is the way to go.\u00a0Create\u00a0a simple Facebook event\u00a0or make a post\u00a0on Instagram or\u00a0Twitter (don\u2019t forget to have your friends share them too)\u00a0to\u00a0increase\u00a0your chances of people coming. Heck, if you want to go even larger, advertise the event on your school\u2019s major Facebook pages; especially the groups that have over a thousand members. That\u2019ll definitely attract people\u2019s attention and quickly spread the news.<\/p>\n

8. Join forces.<\/h3>\n

When you\u2019re setting up\u00a0a tailgate\u00a0and you happen\u00a0to see others doing the same,\u00a0invite them to join you. Combining forces will allow you to\u00a0have one epic party! As\u00a0the saying goes, the more the merrier. The more people you have, the better your tailgate\u00a0will be. You\u2019ll have more fun, make some awesome memories and possibly meet some future friends.<\/p>\n

9. Stay safe.<\/h3>\n

If you intend to have alcohol at your tailgate party (which is more or less a given at any big sports event), then remember to be safe. If you\u2019re going to be drinking, make sure you have a safe means of transportation home. Make sure that if anyone drove to the event they have a safe ride home or that they stay sober. Drinking and driving is extremely dangerous and unacceptable under all circumstances. Keep an eye on your friends and encourage people not to drive.<\/p>\n

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10. Enjoy it!<\/h3>\n

This last tip is obviously the most important part. Have fun! Enjoy the event and have fun with your friends! Make this a tailgate party to remember.<\/p>\n

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Any other tips for hosting a tailgate party? Comment below and share this article with friends!<\/h5>\n

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