10 insanely fun outdoor games to play this summer

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With the warmer weather upon us and the sun starting to shine, it's time to get outside, throw some burgers on the grill, and enjoy life a little bit. But while kids are given full reign to go outside and play, for some reason, adults in our society never seem encouraged to do the same. Playing is important! It's fun and gives you the freedom to be silly all for the sake of joy.

In celebration of springtime and the kid in all of us, we're collecting the best backyard games for adults. Whether you're having a family reunion or simply need to soak up the sun for an hour or two, here are some recommendations for how to best enjoy the season. 

Badminton

Badminton is an all-time classic backyard game that is delightful when played casually, but can also get surprisingly competitive, depending on the people playing. Regardless of your skill level, with a little bit of practice, you'll be able to fake your way through a game.

Park & Sun Badminton Pro Set, $86.95.

Bocce

Bocce is deceiving in that it looks so much easier than it actually is. You can make one good throw and feel like a hero for a moment, only to be knocked aside seconds later. On a semi-related note, Bocce also has an amazing series of championship matches on YouTube that is a very easy rabbit hole to fall into.

GoSports Premium Bocce Set, $52.50.

Washers

Washers is yet another game celebrating the time-honored tradition of throwing objects in an attempt to get them to land in another object. It's also an extremely simple and portable setup, so it makes for a good addition to your camping trip when luggage space is limited.

GoSports Pine Wood Washer Toss Game Set, $43.99.