Activities Plan games, topics of conversation, dancing or movies that everyone will enjoy. Your guests will be much less likely to drink too much. Duration Set a time when you want your occasion to end. It's good practice to stop serving alcohol at least one hour before this time. Safety Plan to serve non-alcoholic beverages while guests engage in activities such as cycling, boating, swimming, snowmobiling and skiing.
Many recreational activities are more hazardous when guests are drinking.
Bartending Serve alcoholic beverages yourself or appoint a bartender who, ideally, doesn't drink. If you notice a guest may be drinking too much, offer food and non-alcoholic beverages. Awareness Notice how much your guests are drinking. A guest who has drunk too much may be legally impaired but not show it. Atmosphere Create a relaxed environment.