Try These DIY Lawn Games

Lawn games are a classic spring and summer activity. If you don't have the items you need at home already, your local hardware or art supply store should have what you need – not to mention that a great DIY project is it's own activity! Here are a few fun takes on some classic lawn games.

Lady Bug & Bumble Bee Tic-Tac-Toe: A great activity for kids. Take a nature walk and select some smooth, paintable stones. Use paint to turn your stones into lady bugs and bumble bees, create a bright grid with some side walk chalk and buddy up for a few rounds of Tic-Tac-Toe. 

Bean Bag Bowl Toss: Grab a few plastic bowls and line them up on the ground. Add a point sign to each bowl that indicates how many points each shot is worth. Make each round more challenging by moving farther away from the targets.

Giant Kubb: If you’ve never played Kubb before, check out this YouTube video for a brief introduction. All you need to get started is a field, ten wooden blocks and six wood batons made from dowels.

Recycled Bottle Bowling: save your pop bottles, fill the bottom with a little sand or water to help stabilize them, paint a classic bowling pin design or add your personal flare. Grab a ball and you have yourself a game!

DIY Cornhole Boards: cornhole is a classic backyard game that's fun for grownups and kids alike. This DIY requires a few more items, but shouldn't take too long to put together. Check out this How-To Guide for detailed instructions.