History of Tailgating Roots in the Civil War Chuck Wagon College Football Google tailgating Over 4 million hits come up Tailgate Preparation Organization amp good planning are key ID: 1018491
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1. Tailgating 101GO TIGERS!
2. History of Tailgating Roots in the Civil War?“Chuck Wagon”College Football
3. Google “tailgating”Over 4 million hits come up
4. Tailgate Preparation Organization & good planning are key
5. One Week (or more) Prior to TailgateMenu finalizedAssign items for friends to bringOrganize & pack your tailgate boxesClean the grill & get it ready to go
6. 1-2 Days BeforeMake a “do not forget” listPurchase foodPrepare as much as you can ahead of timePack the car – tables, grill, flag, chairs, boxes
7. Tailgate Set UpFind a venue – donor lot, other lotPublicize to friendsArrive early & stake your territoryOrganize your partyTent & chairsTables – food prep, serving, barGrillCoolers
8. Simple two person tailgate
9. Folks just hanging out
10. Our set up
11. Our tailgate neighbors
12. Neighbors
13. Tailgate “Don’t”
14. What do you think are the five most essential items for the beginning Tiger Tailgater?
15. Essentials for the Beginner Tiger TailgaterTable(s), ChairsCooler(s) on rollersT.P.; hand sanitizer, First Aid kit, wipesSunscreen, Rain PonchosTrash/recycle bagsTable cloths & decorationsWaterPaper products, utensils, serving dishesCorkscrew, bottle openerInsulated casserole carrier(s)Football to toss aroundJumper cables
16. The Intermediate Tiger TailgaterTent w/weights & sidesFlag & flagpoleGrill – charcoal or gasGamesAC Adapter for carExtension cordsLatex GlovesChafing dishes – fancy or aluminum w/frameGas burner plateCrock pot
17. The Ultimate Tiger TailgaterGeneratorSatellite TVStereo w/speakersDeep FryerMultiple GrillsInflatable Mascot
18. GeneratorMy next purchase…
19. Food SafetyWash your hands! Water, soap, sanitizerThaw meats in refrigerator beforehandPack meats in plastic wrap, then zip lock bagsKeep meats in cooler (duh)Be careful about cross contamination of foods – raw meats & ready-to-eat foodsUse different utensils for each meatUse latex gloves for handling & preparationCook meat to proper temperatureDips, salads, spreads with mayo, sour cream, cream, milk, cheeseDump your coals in a safe placePitch the perishable food before you head to the stadium
20. Mel’s Top Ten Tailgate TipsRespect the opposing team’s fans – be nice!Show your MU colors – lots of black & goldDon’t “hog” the tailgate spacesMake friends with your tailgate neighborsOffer/insist on bringing somethingMake a list and check it twiceKnow which way the wind is blowing when you light your grillLeave your tailgate spot as clean as you found itFood is the main ingredient but your friends make the partyAnd, the #1 tip…
21. Have a good time!
22. Go Tigers!Beat Texas Tech!