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Hey Aggie Fans, tell me about tailgate spots for visitors
Posted on 12/29/11 at 8:16 am
Posted on 12/29/11 at 8:16 am
Just looking ahead but would like to get a feel for whether there's a piece of turf on which to pitch a purple tent and share a little cajun gumbo with some of you military folks. Is tailgating even permitted on campus? I know that a lot of the schools have outlawed the 'sport.' Thanks in advance...
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Posted on 12/29/11 at 8:21 am to rumtumtiger
There are designated tailgate spots all around the stadium and campus. Its not like a place like UF where it seems you can just set up where ever you like. There is a park right next to the stadium where a lot of folks set up and then they allow tailgating in most of the parking lots. The tailgating has gotten a lot better over the last few years, it used to be pretty subdued but if you are making gumbo you can be sure that folks would be more than willing to give you some BBQ
Posted on 12/29/11 at 8:24 am to rumtumtiger
I posted this in another thread in my "What to Do in CS" write up.
Tailgating/Gameday:
Our crew usually arrives around 7 am (lots open at 630 am) and we tailgate in Lot 100 on the Southeast side of Reed Arena. I've attached the parking map. I suggest Reed Arena or Spence Park. You won't be able to park at Reed, but across the street is the WCG (West Campus Parking Garage). You can drop your stuff off on the curb at Reed and set up in the grass with everyone else, but you'll have to park in the garage. It is $15. Don't park in the green cash lots way out on West Campus. Its a long walk or shuttle and its for the few folks who come in and out.
Reed Arena and West Campus - Largest concentration of tailgaters. West Campus. Party Buses, RVs, larger tailgate spreads, bands, etc. Home to most of the RV Lots (Lot 100, Penberthy, Olsen RV lot, Lot 88, Lot 74 are the RV lots on West Campus). Lot 50 is another RV Lot on Main Campus. Northgate is on University Drive across from campus lots 30a, 30c and Northgate Parking Garage... It spans about 4 blocks.
Spence Park - Large concentration of tailgaters on the East side of Kyle Field. Lots of fun, mostly a younger crowd. Cannot park here, must drop stuff off and park in garages or across the street.
Duncan Field - Where most alumni club tailgates of visiting fans are... also the same place that the Fraternities and Sororities tailgate.
Parking Map: Football Parking
RV Parking Map: RV Parking
Duncan Field is in pink at the bottom. My tailgating lot is 100g (Lot E) by Reed. Feel free to come by. Shoot me a PM and I'll give you my contact info.
Tailgating/Gameday:
Our crew usually arrives around 7 am (lots open at 630 am) and we tailgate in Lot 100 on the Southeast side of Reed Arena. I've attached the parking map. I suggest Reed Arena or Spence Park. You won't be able to park at Reed, but across the street is the WCG (West Campus Parking Garage). You can drop your stuff off on the curb at Reed and set up in the grass with everyone else, but you'll have to park in the garage. It is $15. Don't park in the green cash lots way out on West Campus. Its a long walk or shuttle and its for the few folks who come in and out.
Reed Arena and West Campus - Largest concentration of tailgaters. West Campus. Party Buses, RVs, larger tailgate spreads, bands, etc. Home to most of the RV Lots (Lot 100, Penberthy, Olsen RV lot, Lot 88, Lot 74 are the RV lots on West Campus). Lot 50 is another RV Lot on Main Campus. Northgate is on University Drive across from campus lots 30a, 30c and Northgate Parking Garage... It spans about 4 blocks.
Spence Park - Large concentration of tailgaters on the East side of Kyle Field. Lots of fun, mostly a younger crowd. Cannot park here, must drop stuff off and park in garages or across the street.
Duncan Field - Where most alumni club tailgates of visiting fans are... also the same place that the Fraternities and Sororities tailgate.
Parking Map: Football Parking
RV Parking Map: RV Parking
Duncan Field is in pink at the bottom. My tailgating lot is 100g (Lot E) by Reed. Feel free to come by. Shoot me a PM and I'll give you my contact info.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 8:27 am to Ball Gravy
Basically Spence Park, Duncan Field = Quad At Bama or Grove at Ole Miss
Reed Arena/West Campus Tailgating is similar to the Parade Grounds at LSU or North Campus at UGA
There are some pay lots out by the George Bush library but you are way the frick out there and its a hike to the stadium... think tailgating at Chimes.
If you want a decent spot on West Campus or Spence Park, I suggest setting up your tailgate in a grassy area on Friday at Noon. That's when they blow an air horn and everyone claims their spot.
Reed Arena/West Campus Tailgating is similar to the Parade Grounds at LSU or North Campus at UGA
There are some pay lots out by the George Bush library but you are way the frick out there and its a hike to the stadium... think tailgating at Chimes.
If you want a decent spot on West Campus or Spence Park, I suggest setting up your tailgate in a grassy area on Friday at Noon. That's when they blow an air horn and everyone claims their spot.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 9:17 am to Ball Gravy
I would think Spence would have more space not taken by regulars but the trick is not having parking immediately nearby.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 11:45 am to Ball Gravy
Thanks Ags,
Great guidance, and I appreciate it. Look for my purple tents n' flagpole w/LSU flag. Drop by if you're up for some gumbo or jambalaya; not exactly sure about the menu. A lot depends on the weather, etc. Rest assured, we're coming, and hell's coming with us.
Great guidance, and I appreciate it. Look for my purple tents n' flagpole w/LSU flag. Drop by if you're up for some gumbo or jambalaya; not exactly sure about the menu. A lot depends on the weather, etc. Rest assured, we're coming, and hell's coming with us.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:06 pm to rumtumtiger
If Ball Gravy tells you about a "beer tree", don't believe him. It does not exist.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:13 pm to wmr
Oh the beer tree is real. There's even a sign on it that says "beer tree" so you know it's legit
If you see the tree Ball Gravy is near. Just shout "I'm looking for Ball Gravy"
If you see the tree Ball Gravy is near. Just shout "I'm looking for Ball Gravy"
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:16 pm to wmr
You're sense of direction is skewed my beloved arkbilly
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:18 pm to Big Kat
Don't listen to Big Kat, wmr. You'll have to yell "I'm looking for real Ball Gravy"
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:33 pm to Smoke Ring
I thought I'd say "I'm thirsty! Where can I find Ball Gravy?"
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:33 pm to wmr
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:42 pm to Ball Gravy
Ags,
Don't tell the Bammers about the 'beer tree.' They'll be looking to poison it.
Don't tell the Bammers about the 'beer tree.' They'll be looking to poison it.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 12:43 pm to rumtumtiger
Roll Damned Tide.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 1:24 pm to rumtumtiger
We'll tell them Bear Bryant wouldn't approve. No worries
Posted on 12/29/11 at 2:09 pm to Big Kat
just make sure you bring some sort of shade. you may get lucky and get a spot with some trees for cover but there are large chunks of area that have nothing to keep you cool.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 2:17 pm to Dr RC
If you want to rub elbows and meet people, Spence Park is your place.
If you need a little more room for a trailer, parking, throwing washers, keg stands, falling down when drunk, etc. then look at West Campus / Reed Arena, and bring a tent.
If you need a little more room for a trailer, parking, throwing washers, keg stands, falling down when drunk, etc. then look at West Campus / Reed Arena, and bring a tent.
Posted on 12/29/11 at 2:39 pm to Smoke Ring
Also, no generators (except marine battery) are allowed in Spence but they are everywhere else
Posted on 12/29/11 at 3:30 pm to rumtumtiger
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Just looking ahead but would like to get a feel for whether there's a piece of turf on which to pitch a purple tent and share a little cajun gumbo with some of you military folks. Is tailgating even permitted on campus? I know that a lot of the schools have outlawed the 'sport.' Thanks in advance...
I am just thankful it is later in the season instead of freaking AUGUST. Can't wait.
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