Calling all three-legged racers, tug-of-war enthusiasts, and obstacle course cruisers…it’s time for the Outrageous Olympics! Hold a community Olympic event. Form teams of families, friends, classrooms to compete against each other in silly events. Charge a participation fee and award prizes to the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Place finishers.
Prep Steps:
1. Select a date and time for your event.
2. Recruit volunteers to design and referee games, and manage the event.
3. Collect necessary items for each event, i.e. rope for tug-o-war, potato sacks, etc.
4. Determine how much each team/person will be charged for entrance fee.
5. Ask businesses to donate prize items and trophies.
6. Request a water donation from a grocery store or water company.
Materials Needed:
1. Water
2. Trophies and prizes, medals
3. Tickets
4. Rope, potato sacks/pillow cases, and any other items needed for your events
Helpful Hints:
• This event may require a large number of volunteers.
• Have a Build Day volunteer sign-up sheet at the event.
• Athletes will need a large quantity of water to avoid dehydration.
• Consider a “Preschool” category—marshmallow shot put, etc.
Raised: $$
When: M
Publicity: Low
Volunteers: <10
Challenge: Easy
Audience: 200
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