Are you a NASCAR fan who loves attending race events? If you are, are you also a tailgater? Tailgating is a word that is commonly used to describe parties that take place near the back area of trucks or other similar vehicles. If have not had a tailgating party before, you may want to consider throwing a small tailgating party at the next NASCAR race you attend. For tips on how you can go about doing so, please continue reading on.
The first step in creating a tailgating party at the track is by creating a list of what you would like to bring. This is important for food, snacks, drinks, and condiments. Nothing is worse than having an amazing hamburger, but nothing to put on it. Chances are someone else in the area will, but you will want to refrain from relying on others, just in case. On your checklist, be sure to include anything that you can think of, including specifics, such as a specific type of beer or another form of alcohol.
Speaking of food, snacks and drinks are easy to decide on, but you may still want to research recipes online. This is great for barbeque foods and snack dishes that may require some preparation. There are a number of free recipes that you can find online that are perfect for a NASCAR tailgating party. What you will want to do is perform a standard internet search with the phrase “tailgating recipes.” Of course, you can choose any recipe that you want, but you may want to place a focus on those that are easy to prepare, as well as those that are affordable to make.
It is also advised that you buy all of your supplies, namely your food, snacks and drinks, before you leave. If you are traveling in a large car or a motor home, this may be easy for you to do. Buying all needed supplies before you leave for your NASCAR trip gives you the opportunity to stock up on food, snacks, and drinks when you see them on sale. When shopping locally near the track, you may find higher prices and you may not have any idea as to what is on sale until you arrive at the store.
It is also important that you plan for extra guests, when looking to have a small NASCAR party at the track. If you are camping or just hanging out in the parking lot of a track before the race, you will likely meet and greet other race fans. In fact, that is part of the fun of attending a NASCAR race. For that reason, be sure to prepare for extra guests, both those that are invited and uninvited. A cooler filled with ice can be used to store any leftovers. In fact, these leftovers may come in handy as a nice snack or a quick meal right after the race.
Be sure to bring a camera with you. Having a small tailgating party before a NASCAR race is a fun experience, one that you will want to document with pictures. Whether the only people attending your party are family members or if a bunch of other NASCAR fans join you, your party is an event that you will likely never forget or want to forget for that matter.
Friday, May 30, 2008
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Tips for Planning an At-Home NASCAR Party
Are you a NASCAR fan? If you are, you may love attending NASCAR races. Unfortunately, many NASCAR fans are unable to do so. Depending on where the race is that weekend, it can be impossible for even the most diehard fans to attend a race. With that said, even if you are unable to attend a NASCAR race, you can still have a fun time watching the race at home. In fact, you may even want to consider throwing a NASCAR party.
When it comes to planning a NASCAR party, many hosts wonder how they can get started. One of the first things that you will want to do, when looking to plan a party for race day, involves creating a guest list. You don’t have to send out formal invitations, but try and get an accurate number of those who plan to attend. This is a great way to properly plan and prepare for your NASCAR party.
As soon as you decide that you want to have a NASCAR party in your home, especially one that will be large in size, you will want to start being on lookout for great deals. If you are not careful, a party can be expensive to plan. That is why you will want to try and buy snacks and drinks when they are on sale. When doing so, you should be able to store all items in a closet or in another room of your home until the date of your NASCAR party arrives.
A day or two before your NASCAR party, you will want to recheck your supplies. Do you have enough food on hand? What about paper plates, cups, and eating utensils? If not, this is your last chance ensure that you have all needed supplies. You may also want to start contacting those that you may have yet to hear from. Simply remind them about your race day party and see if they are interested in attending.
It is also important to start cleaning your home. Unfortunately, this is an important task that often falls to the back of the mind. When inviting guests over, it is important that you have a clean home. Of course, you will want to clean your home as much as possible, but be sure to focus on rooms that your guests may enter. These rooms include the television room, bathroom, and kitchen.
You will also want to make any last minute chances to your home, preferably the day before or the day of your party. This may involve moving furniture around. What you will want to do is make it easy for your guests to get around your home, namely the room in which you will be watching the NASCAR race. Speaking of furniture, do you have enough seats for all of your guests? If not, consider brining in a few lawn chairs. As a last resort, you may want to contact a few guests that you are close with and ask them to do the same.
If you are interested in decorating your home for your NASCAR party, you may want to create a NASCAR theme. You can do something as simple as decorating with balloons that are the colors of your favorite NASCAR driver’s car or you can purchase NASCAR themed party supplies, such as snack bowls in the shape of race helmets. Also, be sure to breakout merchandise that allows you to easily support your favorite driver, such as a shirt, hat, or sweatshirt.
The above mentioned steps are just a few of the many that you can take to prepare for a NASCAR party at your home on race day. As a reminder, there are a number of benefits to throwing a party for a few close friends and family members. After all, you will likely have much more fun watching a NASCAR race with those that you know and love by your side.
When it comes to planning a NASCAR party, many hosts wonder how they can get started. One of the first things that you will want to do, when looking to plan a party for race day, involves creating a guest list. You don’t have to send out formal invitations, but try and get an accurate number of those who plan to attend. This is a great way to properly plan and prepare for your NASCAR party.
As soon as you decide that you want to have a NASCAR party in your home, especially one that will be large in size, you will want to start being on lookout for great deals. If you are not careful, a party can be expensive to plan. That is why you will want to try and buy snacks and drinks when they are on sale. When doing so, you should be able to store all items in a closet or in another room of your home until the date of your NASCAR party arrives.
A day or two before your NASCAR party, you will want to recheck your supplies. Do you have enough food on hand? What about paper plates, cups, and eating utensils? If not, this is your last chance ensure that you have all needed supplies. You may also want to start contacting those that you may have yet to hear from. Simply remind them about your race day party and see if they are interested in attending.
It is also important to start cleaning your home. Unfortunately, this is an important task that often falls to the back of the mind. When inviting guests over, it is important that you have a clean home. Of course, you will want to clean your home as much as possible, but be sure to focus on rooms that your guests may enter. These rooms include the television room, bathroom, and kitchen.
You will also want to make any last minute chances to your home, preferably the day before or the day of your party. This may involve moving furniture around. What you will want to do is make it easy for your guests to get around your home, namely the room in which you will be watching the NASCAR race. Speaking of furniture, do you have enough seats for all of your guests? If not, consider brining in a few lawn chairs. As a last resort, you may want to contact a few guests that you are close with and ask them to do the same.
If you are interested in decorating your home for your NASCAR party, you may want to create a NASCAR theme. You can do something as simple as decorating with balloons that are the colors of your favorite NASCAR driver’s car or you can purchase NASCAR themed party supplies, such as snack bowls in the shape of race helmets. Also, be sure to breakout merchandise that allows you to easily support your favorite driver, such as a shirt, hat, or sweatshirt.
The above mentioned steps are just a few of the many that you can take to prepare for a NASCAR party at your home on race day. As a reminder, there are a number of benefits to throwing a party for a few close friends and family members. After all, you will likely have much more fun watching a NASCAR race with those that you know and love by your side.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Tips for Planning a Trip to a NASCAR Race
Are you a NASCAR fan? If you are, you may be interested in attending a NASCAR race. If you are like many other fans, there is a good chance that you cannot just hop in the car and go; many race fans have to plan weekend trips. If you are one of those race fans, you will want to take the tips highlighted below into consideration. These tips can help to ensure that your next NASCAR race trip is fun, exciting, and worth the cost.
The first step in planning a trip to a NASCAR race involves buying your tickets. In fact, you will want to get your tickets as soon as possible. NASCAR is a sport that has rapidly increased in popularity and that rise in popularity is still seeing a steady increase. Although tickets for your race may not sell out, you will still want to get good seats.
Speaking of good seats, did you know that you are often able to choose your own seats? You usually can and this is just one of the many reasons why you will want to start shopping for your NASCAR tickets as soon as possible. Also, try to do a little bit of research online. Many internet users talk about races at specific tracks and which seats are the best or even the worst seats may be discussed. You can also view the layout of a track online to determine for yourself where the best seats may be.
It is also important to remember that you do have a number of different options, when looking to buy NASCAR tickets. Buying race tickets directly from the track is often the safest way to go. With that being said, professional and reputable online ticket websites, like TicketMaster.com are a good idea. NASCAR tickets can also be purchased secondhand through online auction websites or newspaper classifieds, but just be sure to use your best judgment.
Since most NASCAR fans attend more than just the big race on race day, you may be interested in going for the whole weekend. Many NASCAR ticket holders are able to attend qualifying sessions, practice sessions, and other events. If you would like to do so, be sure to make your weekend reservations well in advance. Whether you choose to stay at a hotel, a small bed and breakfast, an RV park, or a public campground, reservations will likely fill up quick. For that reason, you should consider making your overnight accommodation reservations right after you purchase your tickets.
In preparation for your trip to a NASCAR race, you will also want to save money. If you are planning your trip a few weeks in advance, set aside five or ten dollars each week to take with you on your trip. Food, drinks, snacks, and NASCAR merchandise are all available at races. As with most other sporting events, you often pay more when buying on site. For that reason, attending a NASCAR race can get costly if you are not careful. There is no harm is carrying a few extra dollars with you.
It is also important to support your favorite NASCAR driver. If you are a race fan, there is likely one driver in particular that you like to follow. Although NASCAR merchandise, like clothing, is easier to find and buy online, many local retailers have started carrying race merchandise as well. Before you leave, make sure you at least have a hat or a shirt that proudly displays the name, number, or colors of your favorite driver.
Finally, be sure to check the weather forecast for race day. If you are traveling a relatively long distance, you may want to prepare for delays just in case. It may be a good idea to take the next Monday off from work. In fact, Sunday races that are cancelled are often rescheduled the next day. Also, the weather is important to ensure that you are properly prepared and able to enjoy a NASCAR race in comfort.
The first step in planning a trip to a NASCAR race involves buying your tickets. In fact, you will want to get your tickets as soon as possible. NASCAR is a sport that has rapidly increased in popularity and that rise in popularity is still seeing a steady increase. Although tickets for your race may not sell out, you will still want to get good seats.
Speaking of good seats, did you know that you are often able to choose your own seats? You usually can and this is just one of the many reasons why you will want to start shopping for your NASCAR tickets as soon as possible. Also, try to do a little bit of research online. Many internet users talk about races at specific tracks and which seats are the best or even the worst seats may be discussed. You can also view the layout of a track online to determine for yourself where the best seats may be.
It is also important to remember that you do have a number of different options, when looking to buy NASCAR tickets. Buying race tickets directly from the track is often the safest way to go. With that being said, professional and reputable online ticket websites, like TicketMaster.com are a good idea. NASCAR tickets can also be purchased secondhand through online auction websites or newspaper classifieds, but just be sure to use your best judgment.
Since most NASCAR fans attend more than just the big race on race day, you may be interested in going for the whole weekend. Many NASCAR ticket holders are able to attend qualifying sessions, practice sessions, and other events. If you would like to do so, be sure to make your weekend reservations well in advance. Whether you choose to stay at a hotel, a small bed and breakfast, an RV park, or a public campground, reservations will likely fill up quick. For that reason, you should consider making your overnight accommodation reservations right after you purchase your tickets.
In preparation for your trip to a NASCAR race, you will also want to save money. If you are planning your trip a few weeks in advance, set aside five or ten dollars each week to take with you on your trip. Food, drinks, snacks, and NASCAR merchandise are all available at races. As with most other sporting events, you often pay more when buying on site. For that reason, attending a NASCAR race can get costly if you are not careful. There is no harm is carrying a few extra dollars with you.
It is also important to support your favorite NASCAR driver. If you are a race fan, there is likely one driver in particular that you like to follow. Although NASCAR merchandise, like clothing, is easier to find and buy online, many local retailers have started carrying race merchandise as well. Before you leave, make sure you at least have a hat or a shirt that proudly displays the name, number, or colors of your favorite driver.
Finally, be sure to check the weather forecast for race day. If you are traveling a relatively long distance, you may want to prepare for delays just in case. It may be a good idea to take the next Monday off from work. In fact, Sunday races that are cancelled are often rescheduled the next day. Also, the weather is important to ensure that you are properly prepared and able to enjoy a NASCAR race in comfort.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Unique NASCAR Gift Ideas
Are you in need of a gift for a NASCAR fan? Whether that gift is intended to be a Christmas present, a birthday present, or a just because gift, you may be looking to think outside of the box. After all, how many NASCAR hats or shirts does one person need? If you would like to purchase unique NASCAR gifts for a friend or family member, checkout some of the great items outlined below.
An outdoor patio set with a NASCAR theme is a great, yet unique gift idea. This type of gift, due to its cost, is ideal for close family members, such as a significant other or children. With most NASCAR themed outdoor patio sets, chairs, tables, and umbrellas have the driver’s number or name displayed. This type of NASCAR gift is great for fans who like to host backyard barbeques or outdoor race parties.
NASCAR themed canopy sets are another great gift idea for NASCAR fans that tend to be a little bit unique in nature. Although you will find some variances, most NASCAR themed canopy sets come equipped with matching lawn chairs as well. With these canopy sets, a driver theme is often present, which may include the driver’s name, number, as well as their car colors.
NASCAR themed barbeque tool sets are another great, yet unique gift idea for NASCAR fans. Most have a driver’s number printed on the set somewhere, like on the handle. Many specialty NASCAR themed barbeque tool sets often come with matching storage cases or bags. A NASCAR themed barbeque tool set is a great, yet affordable, gift idea for those who love hosting outdoor barbeques or outdoor parties on race day.
Returning back to large and expensive NASCAR gifts that are ideal for close relatives, compact fridges should be examined. Most are outfitted with a driver theme, which may include a picture of a NASCAR driver, like Jeff Gordon or Tony Stewart, the car number, as well as the car colors. These compact refrigerators are ideal for dens or game rooms. They are also perfect for NASCAR parties, as you never have to leave the room to get a cold drink or snack.
NASCAR themed keys are a unique gift for NASCAR fans that is relatively affordable in price. They are unique in that they are not a traditional ole keychain. While the selection you will find available will vary, most retailers have keys that are designed to fit most standard house locks available for sale. Your gift recipient will later need to take the key to one of their local home improvement stores to get it fitted.
NASCAR themed home appliances and kitchen furnishings also make great gift ideas, but they are still unique at the same time. The most popular item is that of a NASCAR themed crock-pot. Tony Stewart crock-pots are highly sought after. Another great item is that of a snack helmet. Snack helmets are essentially helmet shaped bowls, which are perfect for NASCAR parties on the road or at home.
As for children, a great gift idea for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school aged children are bed tents. Most bed tents are designed to fit standard twin size beds and they are available for sale with a number of different driver themes. These NASCAR themed bed tents make the perfect gift for a child who not only enjoys watching racing, but enjoys camping as well.
In addition to unique NASCAR gifts for people, did you know that you can also purchase NASCAR gifts for pets? Many specialty shops carry pet toys, leashes, collars, and pet beds that have a NASCAR theme. How neat does that sound?
As highlighted above, you have a number of different options, when looking to buy a unique NASCAR gift for a close friend or relative or even a pet! For additional unique NASCAR gift ideas, give the internet a try. You may be surprised what you can find for sale online with a simple standard internet search.
An outdoor patio set with a NASCAR theme is a great, yet unique gift idea. This type of gift, due to its cost, is ideal for close family members, such as a significant other or children. With most NASCAR themed outdoor patio sets, chairs, tables, and umbrellas have the driver’s number or name displayed. This type of NASCAR gift is great for fans who like to host backyard barbeques or outdoor race parties.
NASCAR themed canopy sets are another great gift idea for NASCAR fans that tend to be a little bit unique in nature. Although you will find some variances, most NASCAR themed canopy sets come equipped with matching lawn chairs as well. With these canopy sets, a driver theme is often present, which may include the driver’s name, number, as well as their car colors.
NASCAR themed barbeque tool sets are another great, yet unique gift idea for NASCAR fans. Most have a driver’s number printed on the set somewhere, like on the handle. Many specialty NASCAR themed barbeque tool sets often come with matching storage cases or bags. A NASCAR themed barbeque tool set is a great, yet affordable, gift idea for those who love hosting outdoor barbeques or outdoor parties on race day.
Returning back to large and expensive NASCAR gifts that are ideal for close relatives, compact fridges should be examined. Most are outfitted with a driver theme, which may include a picture of a NASCAR driver, like Jeff Gordon or Tony Stewart, the car number, as well as the car colors. These compact refrigerators are ideal for dens or game rooms. They are also perfect for NASCAR parties, as you never have to leave the room to get a cold drink or snack.
NASCAR themed keys are a unique gift for NASCAR fans that is relatively affordable in price. They are unique in that they are not a traditional ole keychain. While the selection you will find available will vary, most retailers have keys that are designed to fit most standard house locks available for sale. Your gift recipient will later need to take the key to one of their local home improvement stores to get it fitted.
NASCAR themed home appliances and kitchen furnishings also make great gift ideas, but they are still unique at the same time. The most popular item is that of a NASCAR themed crock-pot. Tony Stewart crock-pots are highly sought after. Another great item is that of a snack helmet. Snack helmets are essentially helmet shaped bowls, which are perfect for NASCAR parties on the road or at home.
As for children, a great gift idea for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school aged children are bed tents. Most bed tents are designed to fit standard twin size beds and they are available for sale with a number of different driver themes. These NASCAR themed bed tents make the perfect gift for a child who not only enjoys watching racing, but enjoys camping as well.
In addition to unique NASCAR gifts for people, did you know that you can also purchase NASCAR gifts for pets? Many specialty shops carry pet toys, leashes, collars, and pet beds that have a NASCAR theme. How neat does that sound?
As highlighted above, you have a number of different options, when looking to buy a unique NASCAR gift for a close friend or relative or even a pet! For additional unique NASCAR gift ideas, give the internet a try. You may be surprised what you can find for sale online with a simple standard internet search.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Why NASCAR Racing Is a Great Family Friendly Event
Are you a parent who also happens to be a NASCAR fan? If you are, have you sat down and watched a NASCAR race with your children or have you ever taken them to a live NASCAR race? If these are things that you have yet to do, you may want to give them a close look. After doing so, you will find that NASCAR racing is a great, fun, and family friendly event.
One of the many reasons why NASCAR racing is a great family friendly event is because of all the options you have. The first choice for many racing fans is that of attending a live race. As nice as attending a live race is, you may be unable to do so, either because of travel distance of the cost of buying tickets. Even those who cannot attend a NASCAR race still have the ability to watch a race from home. As a parent, having options is nice.
As previously stated, both watching and attending NASCAR races are a great activity for children to enjoy. If you are lucky enough to attend a race, you may want to make a weekend out of it. Aside from staying at a traditional hotel, you may also enjoy a camping adventure. Doing so can be a great experience for your children. In fact, they may have more fun camping than at the actual race. Whether you want to camp in a tent or rent a motor home be sure to make your park reservations well in advance, as camping is an activity that many NASCAR fans enjoy.
In terms of fun, cheering is a staple of NASCAR racing, even Saturday night dirt track racing is known for its diehard fans. Racing is an event that both kids and adults alike can get up and cheer for their favorite drivers. This usually can also be done without weird stares from those sitting next to you. In fact, chances are they will be cheering too. Sports, like NASCAR races, where children are able to show their excitement are great.
In keeping with cheering, your children can easily choose their own favorite NASCAR driver. Children tend to pick well known drivers, those who drive “cool,” looking cars, or those who are known to win. These are drivers that your children can support. For a relatively affordable price, you can purchase NASCAR merchandise, like hats and shirts. These items can give your children a sense of pride in the fact that they are supporting their favorite driver.
NASCAR racing is also a great event for children to enjoy watching as there is typically much less controversy associated with the sport. When many of us think of football and baseball, drug use and troubled athletics often come to mind. With NASCAR racing, you don’t hear about steroids, drug use, and so forth. Yes, there is some controversy that surrounds the points systems and car rules, but nothing too serious that you, as a parent, may be concerned with your kids hearing.
Perhaps, the greatest reason why NASCAR racing is an activity that both adults and children can enjoy is because it is a fun and exciting sport. Generally speaking, it is also a safe sport. When safety comes to mind, we often think of Dale Earnhardt, who tragically died in a NASCAR race in 2001. Yes, serious accidents do happen, but most NASCAR races are safe to watch with children of all ages, without having to worry about explaining death to them.
The above mentioned reasons why NASCAR racing is an event that is perfect for the whole family to enjoy are just a few of the many reasons why. Even if you are not a racing fan yourself, you may want to give it a try and see if you like racing. Many adults and children are surprised just how fun and exciting the sport truly is when it is given a chance.
One of the many reasons why NASCAR racing is a great family friendly event is because of all the options you have. The first choice for many racing fans is that of attending a live race. As nice as attending a live race is, you may be unable to do so, either because of travel distance of the cost of buying tickets. Even those who cannot attend a NASCAR race still have the ability to watch a race from home. As a parent, having options is nice.
As previously stated, both watching and attending NASCAR races are a great activity for children to enjoy. If you are lucky enough to attend a race, you may want to make a weekend out of it. Aside from staying at a traditional hotel, you may also enjoy a camping adventure. Doing so can be a great experience for your children. In fact, they may have more fun camping than at the actual race. Whether you want to camp in a tent or rent a motor home be sure to make your park reservations well in advance, as camping is an activity that many NASCAR fans enjoy.
In terms of fun, cheering is a staple of NASCAR racing, even Saturday night dirt track racing is known for its diehard fans. Racing is an event that both kids and adults alike can get up and cheer for their favorite drivers. This usually can also be done without weird stares from those sitting next to you. In fact, chances are they will be cheering too. Sports, like NASCAR races, where children are able to show their excitement are great.
In keeping with cheering, your children can easily choose their own favorite NASCAR driver. Children tend to pick well known drivers, those who drive “cool,” looking cars, or those who are known to win. These are drivers that your children can support. For a relatively affordable price, you can purchase NASCAR merchandise, like hats and shirts. These items can give your children a sense of pride in the fact that they are supporting their favorite driver.
NASCAR racing is also a great event for children to enjoy watching as there is typically much less controversy associated with the sport. When many of us think of football and baseball, drug use and troubled athletics often come to mind. With NASCAR racing, you don’t hear about steroids, drug use, and so forth. Yes, there is some controversy that surrounds the points systems and car rules, but nothing too serious that you, as a parent, may be concerned with your kids hearing.
Perhaps, the greatest reason why NASCAR racing is an activity that both adults and children can enjoy is because it is a fun and exciting sport. Generally speaking, it is also a safe sport. When safety comes to mind, we often think of Dale Earnhardt, who tragically died in a NASCAR race in 2001. Yes, serious accidents do happen, but most NASCAR races are safe to watch with children of all ages, without having to worry about explaining death to them.
The above mentioned reasons why NASCAR racing is an event that is perfect for the whole family to enjoy are just a few of the many reasons why. Even if you are not a racing fan yourself, you may want to give it a try and see if you like racing. Many adults and children are surprised just how fun and exciting the sport truly is when it is given a chance.
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