How to Hold a Three-Legged Race

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

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.

on 11/22/2005 It usually helps to match persons who are the same height. This race gives the little folks a chance - so they love it!