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The warm weather is finally here – can I get a Hallelujah! Now’s the time for backyard BBQs, lazing about in the hammock, indulging in some fun summery treats, and of course, setting aside work in favour of some fun backyard family activities. These are some of my favorites.
15+ Fun Backyard Family Activities:
Build a Maze Using Sticks from Mother Natured
DIY America Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls
Family Camping Activities for the Backyard from Edventures with Kids
DIY Outdoor Chalkboard from Rhythms of Play
Family Night Fun messy Games from Lasting Thumbprints
DIY Oversized Outdoor Dominoes from The Quiet Grove
How to Build a Mud Kitchen from Megan Zeni
DIY Skee Ball and Darts Combination from Kara Carrero
DIY Splash Pad from Ginger Casa
How to Make a Kite from Buggy and Buddy
Frisbee Tic Tac Toe from One Creative Mommy
Paper Airplane Races from Creative Family Fun
Plastic Bottle Bowling from Reuse Grow Enjoy
Pool Noodle Games from Mission to Save
Sandbox Volcano from Little Bins for Little Hands
If you’d rather buy some backyard fun equipment, here are our favorites:
BigMouth Inc. Ginormous Inflatable Magical Unicorn Yard Summer Sprinkler, Stands Over 6 Feet Tall, Perfect for Summer FunNew Inflatable Water Slide Triple Pool Kids Park Backyard Play Fun Outdoor Splash Slip N Slide
Capture the Flag REDUX – a Nighttime Outdoor Game for Youth Groups, Birthdays and Team Building – Get Ready for a Glow in the Dark Adventure
Lawn Bowling Game/Skittle Ball- Indoor and Outdoor Fun for Toddlers, Kids, Adults –10 Wooden Pins, 2 Balls, and Mesh Bag Set by Hey! Play! (8 Inch)
Franklin Sports Combo Set: Badminton, Volleyball, Flip Toss, Horseshoes, Flying Disc
If you’re looking for more family fun ideas, have a look at these:
50+ Summer Fun Activities for the Cottage or at Home
Ideas for a Summer Bucket List
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