While playing video games is a wonderful way to beat the heat this summer by staying indoors, it’s also important to get outside. Grab your sunshades and the sunscreen. Head outdoors to play some of these classic outdoor summer games.

Badminton is not only a lot of fun but can be great exercise. Think of tennis but not so serious. A basic badminton set usually comes with four rackets, net, and a few birdies, also called shuttlecocks. Set up the net in the backyard and have fun.

A Croquet set comes with croquet mallets, metal arches, and colorful balls. Set the metal arches around the playing area. Hit your ball with your mallet to knock it through the arch. Continue to hit the ball on your turn through the next gate.

Who doesn’t love the game of horseshoes? It’s the game where almost really does count for something. A set includes usually four horseshoes and two spikes. Place spikes in the ground, leaving about 12 inches of the spike exposed. Take turns to see who can ring the spike with their horseshoe or who can get the closest.

Frisbee Golf or disc golf is played with frisbees and baskets. Players try to make it through the playing area by tossing their disc into the basket. Just like in golf, the fewer number of tosses, the better your score.

Lawn games are a great way to get out and enjoy the summer. Give that trigger thumb a rest.

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