Spirit Themed Birthday Party Supplies by Party Supplies by Vicki

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Fun Activities

Round Up the Herd

For this game you will need two brooms, rope, a long string to mark your course, and several balloons. Rope off an area in your yard or home to make a “corral.” Inside it, make an obstacle course using boxes, chairs, bushes, trees, etc. Mark the path of your obstacle course with string.

Divide your party guests into two teams and line up both teams at the starting line. Give the first person in each line a broom and 3 balloons. (Be sure to use different colored balloons for each team). Each player must use the broom to herd his or her wild ponies (balloons) through the course inside the corral. To complete their turns, guests must herd their balloons through the entire course before passing the broom and balloons to the next player. If a balloon pops, the player must take a new balloon to the starting line. The first team to finish, wins!

Lasso Contest
For this activity, use the same objects and “corral” from the first activity. Simply tie a rope into a large circle and let each child take a turn trying to toss it around your stallion (rocking horse, chair, etc.) For fun, place a cowboy hat on each guest’s head when it is his or her turn to try and lasso the wild mustang!

Elusive Apples
Before the party, purchase a small apple for each child, and tie a string to each stem. Hang all the apples in a row at an even level, from a tree branch, swing set, etc. Be sure the apples are low enough so the children can reach them with their mouths.

To begin, tell your “stallions” and “mares” that they must eat the apple like a wild horse would - from a tree - using only their mouths (no hands!) It will be challenging to keep the apples still long enough to take a bite. After a period of time, see which mustang has eaten the most of his or her apple. Be sure to have your camera ready during this fun photo opportunity!

Pin the Tail on the Mustang
This twist on a classic game will bring a smile to every horse lover’s face at your party! Draw a picture of a mustang on a large piece of butcher paper, or purchase a movie poster featuring Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron. Then, cut a tail from construction paper for each child and add tape to the back. While blindfolded, give each child a chance to stick his or her tail on the mustang. Whoever comes closest, wins!

Horseshoe Toss
To prepare for this game, hammer two stakes into the ground a good distance apart. (Keep in mind the age of your guests and their ability level when setting the distance.) If you do not have real horseshoes (or find they are too heavy for your guests), make tossing rings out of rope. Form rings that are about 10" in diameter, so they will easily slip over the stakes.

Use masking tape or string to designate a line that players must stand behind when tossing the horseshoes. Split your guests into teams, or keep an ongoing count of who tosses their horseshoes, or rings, around the stakes most often.

Horse Show
Take your guests on a field trip for a special treat. Consider an equestrian event, pony ride, or a trip to a local stable to learn about horses. Even if you can’t see a real mustang, the kids will be delighted!

Delectable Treats

Trail Mix
Set out a healthy trail treat for your guests to munch on while everyone arrives, during games, etc. To make your own trail mix, combine your child’s favorite ingredients, such as raisins, chocolate pieces, pretzels, cereal, or nuts. If one of your guests has a nut allergy, exclude them from the mix.

Saddlebag Surprises
Your party guests will stampede to get their hands on these hearty pocket meals! To serve four kids, brown 1/2 lb. lean ground beef and 1/4 chopped onion in a frying pan. Drain grease and cool. Stir in a 12-oz. jar of pizza sauce, 2 Tbs. chopped olives, 1 tsp. dried, crushed basil, and 1/2 tsp. dried, crushed oregano.

Slice four French rolls in half lengthwise. Hollow out the insides within 1/2 in. of the edges. Sprinkle grated cheese in the bottom, spoon meat mixture over it, and sprinkle more cheese on top. Place the tops of the rolls back on, wrap each in foil, and bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. Serve with “haystacks” (shoestring potatoes) for more fun!

Soda Saloon
Convert your kitchen counter into a beverage outpost where your frontier riders can order their favorite soda pop to wash down the trail dust. Enlist a parent or older sibling to act as the saloon keeper, taking orders and serving the kids. Serve soda in tall mugs for fun!

Horse Feed
Don’t forget to provide hay for the horses at your party! Serve your guests a small serving of hay (shredded lettuce) and let them add their favorite toppings and salad dressing. Once your little horses have eaten their greens, don’t forget to reward them with sugar cubes!

Jell-O® Ponies
Purchase your child’s favorite flavors of Jell-O®. Follow the directions on the back of the package to make Jell-O Jigglers®. Use cookie cutters to make horse shoes, ponies, cowboy hats or boots, and other theme-related treats your guest will love eating!

Bugs on a Log
Even nature’s smallest creatures have a purpose, and these bugs are here to add fun and a little silliness to your mustang party. Cut celery into six-inch lengths and fill the curves with peanut butter. Place raisins (bugs) along the length of the celery in an uneven pattern. Bugs on a Log is a tasty snack, and they’re fun for the birthday child to help prepare!

Campfire S’mores
If you can’t have a real campfire to roast marshmallows, you can easily make these old favorites in your microwave. Simply place two squares of chocolate on half of a graham cracker. Heat in the microwave until the chocolate is shiny, but not melted. Let each guest add marshmallows and put the other half of the graham cracker on top. Remind everyone that the chocolate is HOT so that no one burns his or her mouth. Note: Graham cracker halves and chocolate can also be placed in the oven under the broiler. Be sure to keep an eye out so that the chocolate doesn’t burn!

Decorating Tips
Spread your tablecover on your party table. If your child has any theme-related toys, you can add them to the table for a more festive display. Cut several one-to-two-foot-long pieces of curling ribbon. Curl the ribbon by pulling it between your thumb and the blade of your scissors. Lay the resulting curls on your table for added color. Hang balloons in bunches for the best effect. If you choose to fill balloons with helium, wait until the party day to ensure they float well!

Use balloons to mark the party spot; hang them on the mailbox, near the front door, or tie them to the birthday child's chair to mark the seat of honor.

Place balloons anywhere that strikes your fancy. The more the better!

Gather six or eight streamers and attach them to the ceiling in the center of the party room (or over the table). Use a light fixture over the table, if you have one, as the center point for the streamers.

To create colorful two-tone streamers, put two differently colored streamers back-to-back, twist as you walk them to the wall, and attach at shoulder height.

Smile for the Camera!
Be sure to take lots of pictures. You and your child will want to remember this special party. A helpful hint: Order extra prints and send them to the parents afterward. Remember, it's not necessary to have everyone in each picture. Focus on small groups and avoid posing all the photos. Candids capture the laughter best!

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