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How to Hold a Three-Legged Race

People always think race this looks easy - until they try it. Teamwork is the key.

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    Difficulty:
    Moderately Easy

    Instructions

    Things You'll Need

    • Bandannas
    • Scarves
    • Video Cameras
    • Prizes
    • Ropes
      • 1

        Mark a starting line and a finish line with tape, string, paint or flour.

      • 2

        Divide everyone into pairs. You can have people evenly matched by height or have child-parent combinations.

      • 3

        Tie one of each pair's ankles with a scarf, cotton rope or bandana. You will be tying a right leg to a left leg so that the pair is facing the same direction.

      • 4

        Make sure there isn't anything hanging down to trip the team and don't tie it too tight.

      • 5

        Set up everyone at the starting line.

      • 6

        Tell the racers that they must stay tied and all "three" legs must be used.

      • 7

        Give the signal to start the race.

      • 8

        Award a prize to the first pair to cross the finish line.

    Tips & Warnings

    • Make the race more interesting by making it an obstacle course.

    • Stand by with a video camera to catch this uncoordinated event.

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