College Game Day

One of the best experiences as a college student and even as an alumnus. The following guide are some quick tips on Saturday's Game Day that happens throughout the Autumn season including tailgate preparation, college fight songs, tailgate recipes and cookbooks, and College Football Home Pages. Enjoy and Fight On!

Tailgate Preparation

Check with your college or university of local requirements for tailgating (check your college football home page to find your school)
Charge mobile phone
Check Game Day Hotline at college or university to find the Text Code or Hotline for emergencies
Separate raw and foods to be cooked (follow food safety tips)
Raw meat-Package carefully. Place at bottom of the cooler
Raw fruits and vegetables in containers towards the top of the cooler or place in separate cooler
Make sure perishable foods stay below 40° F
Bring a multipurpose fire extinguisher to keep by the grill

During Tailgate and Game

Follow all college or university rules for when tailgating (including but not limited to grilling, alcohol use, space, etc.)
Place grill at a reasonable distance away from vehicle, trees and off wooden decks. Keep fire extinguisher near grill
Cold foods - keep cold (40° F)
Cooked foods - keep hot at least to 130° F (use thermometer)
Wash hands after handing raw foods. Use soap, water and disposable towels
Allow grill to cool, extinguish hot coals and place in appropriate location (many college or universities have hot coal disposal locations)
Take all trash with you to clean your site accordingly
Have fun! When you win, don't rush field!
If you drink, don't drive!

College Fight Songs

Just for fun, The 50 Greatest College Football Fight Songs of All Time