Labor Day Weekend is the last hurrah of summer, so we've put together some great ideas to get your whole family outside for some friendly competition and lots of fun. Fire up the grill, invite some friends, and get everybody out on the lawn to get their game on.
Croquet. The best thing about playing croquet is that you can design your own course, making it as easy or difficult as you please, and perfect for players of a variety of ages and skill levels. Brush up on the rules by watching this
helpful video.
Yard Yahtzee. Otherwise known as
Lawn Dice Game, this outdoor game is absolutely ideal for a big group of people of all ages. You can play in teams or as individuals. Everyone will love taking a turn tossing the oversized dice and wishing for luck!
Lawn Twister. No need to drag the flimsy Twister mat outside, use a simple cardboard stencil and spray paint to create a Twister board right on the grass. (Don't worry, it won't damage the lawn and will only last until the next mowing.) Allow paint at least an hour to dry before playing.
Tailgate Toss. Sometimes called Corn Hole, this game is both easy and fun. A few bean bags (or corn bags, as it were) and two teams for tossing, and a little bit of luck or skill turns this simple game into hours of fun.
Bocce Ball. Despite what you might think, you don't need an official bocce ball court made with sand or gravel. A clear, flat rectangle of grass will do just fine. All you need is a bucket of balls and a
quick review of the rules, and you're ready to play with any group and all ages.
Ladder Golf. This popular game is gaining in popularity because it is fun, mobile, and easy to play.
Read up on the rules, and even make your
own set for a DIY project.
Lawn Jenga. If you've got leftover lumber, transform it into a an outdoor Jenga tower. Pull out individual "bricks" to build the tower higher until it collapses. (This game is not recommended for small children.)
Do you have a favorite yard game? Share your ideas in the comments!
