Ah, summer…..the season for all of us to emerge from our winter slumbers and spend time in the great outdoors. For those who love to be active, the season presents much to do in the form of fun and games.
From the heart-pounding to the soft-swinging, consider taking up one of these hobbies to enjoy your summer even more:
Croquet can sometimes seem like an activity reserved for the rich (or those in the mood to reenact Alice in Wonderland). But it makes the perfect summertime sport because it doubles as a laid back, social activity. You can buy a set for less than $50 and play it in a backyard or field. For those who like their activities to come with a fun fact, croquet was a short lived Olympic sport, debuting (and ending) in the 1900 games.
Like croquet, Bocce Ball is a portable activity that can be played anywhere with a flat, outdoor surface (although tournament rules are strict and require a court). The game accommodates up to eight people, making it a great option for parties. It’s similar to horseshoes, with the goal of getting your ball as close to the target as possible.
Badminton’s popularity has certainly been overshadowed by the likes of pickleball, but unlike pickleball, badminton can be played on any grassy surface. Typically played with teams of two, it’s an excellent way to spend an afternoon. Watch the birdie…and hit it as hard as you can.
While kickball was once synonymous with elementary schoolyards, it’s become a favorite activity among adults in the last few decades. There are many leagues you can join, but you don’t have to sign up for anything formal: kickball can also be played in the spur of the moment in a park, baseball diamond, or cul-de-sac. All you need is a rubber ball and enough people to field two teams.
Spikeball is a relatively new game that can be played in the street, on the beach, in a yard, on the water, or on a garden terrace; you can play it standing, sitting, or wading. It’s a mix of handball, four-square, and volleyball that uses a tiny trampoline to bounce the ball into midair. It’s a fast and unique social game with lots of laughs and lots of lunging for the point.
While outdoor games can be played any time of year, not many people want to swing a croquet mallet during a snowstorm or set up badminton on an icy field. In other words, summer is when these activities shine. Whether you spike, throw, or kick one, you’re sure to have a ball.
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