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Three-Legged Race
Pair up, tie your legs, learn communication the hard way.
4-20 players10-20 min · 5 min setup · Ages 6+Easyoutdoor
What you need
- Bandanas or fabric strips to tie ankles
Setup
- Mark start and finish lines 30-50 feet apart.
- Pair up racers of similar height.
How to play
- Tie one leg of each partner together at the ankle.
- On 'go', race to the finish.
- Fall = get up and keep going. First pair across wins.
Host tips
- Check the weather — have a rain plan.
- Set clear boundaries so kids/pets don't wander off.
- Rotate teams so everyone plays with everyone.
Snack & drink pairings
🍿 Snacks
- Grill classics (burgers, dogs, veggies)
- Chips + salsa
- Watermelon slices
🥤 Drinks
- Cold lemonade
- Iced tea
- Beer or hard seltzer (21+)
- Plenty of water
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