A “Note from the owner of The Tailgate Shop:”
Many people remain on the “sidelines” when it comes to Tailgating. The why is easy. The idea of hosting your own Tailgate can be overwhelming if you do not know where to start. I personally have found that hosting my family’s Tailgate has been one of the most rewarding ways to engage our college students and their friends on “their” Turf leading to personal connections that simply would not have been created in any other environment. Heck, you may even find love at your Tailgate, our daughter sure did. No promises but it can happen 😊
My personal desire is that The Tailgate Shop can help others discover firsthand the “Tailgating Magic” that is created at every game, gathering and event. I know that we have developed memories, added a future son-in-law and engaged with our college kids and their friends in ways that money simply cannot buy. Our motto is simple: We want to be a catalyst in helping others build quality relationships with family and friends through a common passion for food, fun and comradery that only exists in the Tailgating environment.
“Tailgating 101: Where Do I Start?”
Like any team sport, Tailgating takes commitment, a selfless drive and determination to prepare, show up early and a willingness to invest in the right equipment. The awesome news is that you can put your toe in the water and start small, dive into the deep end headfirst or find yourself somewhere in the middle. The key is that every game starts with the first kickoff, jump ball, faceoff, first pitch, etc. Whether you dip your toe in the water or dive into the deep end, you will be glad you decided to take the first snap and actively participate in one of sports’ most rewarding social environments.
First step: Toe or headfirst dive? The first question to answer is what size Tailgate is “initially” perfect for you. Again, no matter where you start you can always go bigger. There will always be a new twist you can add into your Tailgate to take it to the next level. Tailgates are extremely customization with the only limitation being how much fun you want to have and of course, your available budget.