start planning your summer fun

start planning your summer fun

Are you ready to start planning your summer fun?! Well, here we go!

1. Capture the Flag – What fond memories you must have, running through the neighborhood playing Capture the Flag with your friends.  You’re never too old for this classic game OR maybe it’s time to share the tradition with your kids! To play, you could grab these, or two bandanas, or even some old cloths.
2. Hula Hoop Competition – Let’s see just how well you can move those hips!  Gather your close friends and some inexpensive hula hoops and see who can hula hoop the longest.  You’d be surprised just how much of a work out it really is.

3. Three-Legged Race – Choose your partner wisely for a three-legged race! We suggest grabbing your spouse. You two should be well in sync with each other already…don’t you think?!

4. Badminton – Set up a backyard net and host a friendly badminton tournament with neighbors, family and/or friends!

5. Croquet –  This old time classic is still sure to be a hit!  Another great game to teach the kiddos!

6. Backyard Baseball – Whether you’re setting up t-ball for the kids (this set is great for 3 and under) or throwing up some balls for you to hit out to friends, backyard baseball is a true American classic.

7. Flag Football – Be sure not to leave the ladies out of this one!  In fact, a little flag football might be the perfect way to flirt a little with your spouse while enjoying the nice outdoor weather. To make things easy, you can grab this Capture the Flag set from Amazon.
8. Ladder Golf – Opposing teams take turns throwing 3 bolas on the varying rungs of the ladder.  The first team to 21 wins! You can grab the game here.
9. Volleyball – With or without a net, you can volley a ball in the backyard with your family or friends.  But to add a little friendly competition, set up a net and create a two-team tournament!
10. Tug of War – Flex those muscles!  Grab a rope out of the garage and see just how strong you really are!  Make sure to create balanced teams…it’s only fair!
11. Horse Shoes – RINGER!  Take turns tossing your horse shoes to the stake.  First to 15 wins!
12. Corn Hole – The new backyard FAVORITE, corn hole is hit well into tail-gating season! You can make your own, or buy a set here. If you haven’t gotten on board with this game yet, you’re missing out on some competitive fun!
13. Frisbee Golf – This is an at-home way to set up Frisbee Golf! It even includes printables and a fun twist if you want to play with just your spouse! I actually have this frisbee golf disc set, and it’s great for beginners!