Camping in backyard games

Now is the time to learn some new shadow hand puppets other than the well-known bunny ears, have some fun making all sorts of creatures with your hands on the side of the tent in the light of your torch. Entertaining for all ages at your next backyard campout, if you are feeling creative add a storyline and some character voices.

This game is similar to ring toss and is also known as Molkky. A game you can buy from online stores such as Big W, Kmart, and Amazon. Created from eco-friendly birch and comes with everything you need: 12 numbered pins, one Finska throwing log, laminated rules, a scoring book, and a birch carry crate.

This addictive log-tossing game provides entertainment for the whole family. This game is perfect for children from the age of 7 and is a game for adults. For more details about the game find them here. Credit: sport-thieme. Spend the night playing something other than board games and explore new card games to play or remind yourself of the ones you played at a young age.

Other camping favourites to play around the fire pit, more games can be found here. A primary school favourite and an outdoor game, draw the hopscotch grid into the dirt or with chalk in the pavement the older the child the more complicated the hopscotch grid can be.

You can choose to place it with a hacky sack, pebble or something with a similar resemblance. Throw the marker into a square it must land in a square. Then the player hops through the course, skipping the square with the marker in it. Note: Hop with one foot in single squares and with two feet for the double squares one foot in each square.

How to win: Arrive home safely without hopping on a line, losing balance or putting both feet or hands down. More ideas. Credit: Jon Tyson. If you or your little one likes marshmallow this game is for you. Find instructions here alongside some other fun games that you can enjoy after you pitch a tent. Credit: Rebecca Freeman.

This game is fun for two or more players that make you think about what is important to pack for a camping trip. Appropriate for kids in Primary school, and can be made more challenging for the older kids.

Find the instructions here. Previous story. The Ultimate Guide to Backyard Camping in Next story. Related stories. Stay updated Get the latest road trips and van tips from Camplify. Camplify has the perfect van for your holiday. Popular Destinations Sydney. Gold coast. If you have some disposable cups lying around your campsite, you can use them for several types of stacking games. You could also reuse the same plastic cups for a game of indoor bowling or mini-golf.

For this indoor game, print premade camping-themed bingo cards from the internet or make your own out of cardstock and stickers. If you go the homemade route, consider filling your Bingo card with pictures of camping-related things, like a tent, fishing pole, bear, tree, campfire or sleeping bag. For place markers, use coins, candy pieces, marshmallows or bring along washable paint daubers. You could also combine your Bingo game with another game, like trivia or a treasure hunt, to make it even more interactive.

The best part about trivia games is that you can adapt them to any age group or subject matter. Try turning basic trivia into an interactive competition between family members to see who can rack up the most points. You can also use camping-related trivia questions to teach your kids important outdoor lessons.

Board games are traditional family entertainment for a reason — there are many types to choose from, and they are fun for every age. There are even camping and nature-inspired variations of some of the most popular board games , so you can stick with your theme. Who knew a game about following the rules could be so much fun?

Kids will love this classic indoor game, and it will help them learn things like sequencing skills, awareness and motor development. In addition to the indoor and outdoor games you bring yourself, KOA has plenty of entertainment to keep you busy.

All campgrounds have fun playgrounds, as well as level and spacious campsites for you to play your own lawn games. Are you ready for a fun-filled family getaway? With plenty of comfortable ways to stay and endless on-site amenities, KOA is the perfect spot for your next vacation. Each month, direct to your email inbox, we'll send the best camping news, tips, recipes and more, to enhance the camping lifestyle you love so much. Outdoor Checkers The game of checkers is a fun way to help children develop critical thinking skills, and turning it into an oversized lawn version makes it even more exciting!

To create your own portable outdoor checkers game, you need: A sheet or tablecloth that is safe for outdoor use A minimum of 24 bucket lids, all the same size Two different colors of spray paint To create the game, spray paint a traditional checkboard pattern onto the sheet or tablecloth.

Cornhole Cornhole is a classic outdoor game, and all you need to play is two to four players, a set of cornhole boards and bean bags. Here is how it works: Space the cornhole boards a fair distance apart — the official distance is 27 feet from front to front. Separate into two teams with one or two people on each team, depending on how many are playing. Take turns tossing bean bags into the holes of the cornhole board. If a bag goes into the hole, it is worth three points.

If it lands on the board without going in the hole, it is worth one. Tally the points in each round and count the difference toward the team with the higher number. For example, if you score seven, while your opponent scores five, you get two points. The first team to reach 21 points wins. Ladder Ball Ladder ball goes by many names, including ladder toss and ladder golf. Frisbee Frisbee is a beloved outdoor game because it is easy to play, and you can involve anyone — including your friends, kids and even your dog!

Some popular Frisbee games include: Tic-tac-toss: Tic-tac-toss is a play on tic-tac-toe that calls for 12 Frisbees. You can create a tic-tac-toe board on a tablecloth or tarp, or lay hula hoops on the ground. Instead of using X and O markers, you have to toss your Frisbee into your chosen square or hoop. Bowling: Set up towers of plastic cups or arrange shatter-proof bottles at the end of a designated play area and try to knock them down using a Frisbee.

KanJam: For adults and older kids, KanJam is a great way to introduce some healthy competition into your camping trip. This Frisbee game involves setting two bins several feet apart and splitting into two teams.

Each team must try to get their Frisbee into the bin while the other tries to deflect. Free throw: If you are playing with younger kids or want to brush up on your Frisbee skills before engaging in more competitive games, have a Frisbee free throw challenge to see who can make their Frisbees go the farthest.

Ringtoss Ringtoss is a fun carnival game you can easily adapt to fit whatever materials you have on hand. To make your own rings, all you need is: Durable hemp or jute rope Hot glue and a glue gun Decorative ribbon or tape Heavy-duty scissors or utility knife Use the scissors or knife to cut the rope into the correct length to fit around your bottles.

Capture the Flag Capture the flag is one of the best games for camping trips because its something kids and adults can play together. Here is how you play: Prepare the area by separating it into two distinct territories.

Make sure the areas are equally spacious and free of any tripping hazards. The two territories need to be easily distinguished from one another. Once the play area is complete, split your group into two teams of equal size. Each team must hide their flag somewhere in their territory — just make sure some part of the flag is visible. You can also change the rules to eliminate the jail zone and replace it with a task the tagged player must complete, like running in place or sit-ups.

Water Balloons Beat the heat with an exciting water balloon game! Change into your swim gear or an old t-shirt and spend the day playing one of the following: Water balloon fight: Whether you split into teams and play dodgeball style or it is each player for themselves, a water balloon fight is a fun, active way to stay cool.

Just remember to stay aware of neighboring campsites! For older kids, such as tweens, I suggest using the point based system for some extra fun and challenge! Try to think of a couple items local to your area to fill in for the blank row or just write in some VERY hard items to find and make them worth a lot of points!

Check out the glamping points scavenger hunt here! We all love to laugh — these pretty glamping themed charade and Pictionary cards are sure to inspire some around the campfire or just in the backyard! Check out the Camp Emoji Scavenger Hunts here! For some theme ideas with pictures, this website had a great collection of glamping birthday party syle ideas! As with just about everything, I love Oriental Trading because they offer pre made packs as well as the ability to order things al a carte.