There are many backyard games that are fun for the entire family to play. Unfortunately the computer and video games have replaced many of the fun pastimes that families used to be involved in. Most people have forgotten all about the games of their youth. These can also be played at family gatherings, picnics, and reunions. One backyard game is the cornhole game. Some people also call this game the bean bag toss. Bags with sand or other fillings are tossed at a hole cut into a board. Putting the bag in the hole earns points. Players can also get points by landing a bag on the board. The first player or team to 21 wins the game.

Horseshoes is another game that many people enjoy. Tournaments are held in various areas of the country for horseshoe players. It is seen as more of a sport by those that actively play it. Many people see it as a game for seniors and young children. Horseshoes can be enjoyed by people in any age group. It is unfortunate that so many people have forgotten how much enjoyment there is to be found in these types of games. Those that still play horseshoes often enjoy not only the game but the camaraderie that is to be found with it. It helps to bring families and friends together.

A lot of people dont think about backyard games anymore. Pockets of popularity remain. Even these kinds of games are taken seriously by many people. Many of these games started very humbly. One of these backyard games with humble origins is Washers. It is suspected that this game was started out of boredom. A bet was made about putting a washer into an oil can. There was a good distance between the people and the can. This activity was bet on, but was also found to be fun. Some skill was also required. Starting this game evolved into history. Now there are national and international associations devoted to the playing of the washers game.

Bolo Toss is another game that is very popular with tailgaters, RVers, and campers. Ladder golf is another term that is used for the bolotoss game. In addition there are many other names that the game has been called over the years. The area of the country affects what this game is called. The game is a backyard or lawn game but it can also be played inside. Rainy weather will not stop play. Bad weather just requires that the game be moved inside. The object of the game is to take the bolo and toss it at a ladder constructed of PVC. The bolo is a piece of rope with golf balls attached to either end. If the bolo gets hooked on or wraps around one of the rungs of the ladder, the thrower scores points.

Bocce Ball is another common backyard game. This game is fun and easy to play. Young and old alike can play this game. This game has been around since ancient times. Throughout time, changes have been made to it. Bowling and bocce ball are very similar. Bocce ball has to have enough room to be played. A 76 foot by 10 foot area is needed for bocce ball. To play it only for fun a smaller space could be used. The players throw eight balls per team on the course. The goal is to get as close to the small ball as possible.