Backyard games give a multitude of opportunities for families to have fun. Unfortunately the computer and video games have replaced many of the fun pastimes that families used to be involved in. Because of this, many people no longer remember that there are simple games that can be played in the backyard. Family gatherings like reunions and picnics are great places to play these games. Different types of backyard games are available, like the cornhole game. The bean bag toss is another name for this game. Bags with sand or other fillings are tossed at a hole cut into a board. Points are scored based on the bag falling into the hole. Another way to get points is to miss the hole but have the bag stay on the board. The first player or team to 21 wins the game.

A lot of people also play horseshoes. There are even tournaments for this game. Some people see it more like a sport. Some think horseshoes are only for kids and the elderly. Any age person can enjoy horseshoes. All too often, people forget the fun that they have playing these kinds of games. Both camaraderie and love of the game are reasons why people play horseshoes. It helps to bring families and friends together.

Many people have forgotten about backyard games. There are people throughout the country that keep these games alive. Not everyone sees these as just games. Humble beginnings started many of these games. A common backyard game with very humble beginnings is Washers. Being bored likely started this game. One person bet another person that he could throw a washer into a can. There was a good distance between the people and the can. Despite the bet there was fun in throwing the washers. It was soon realized that it took skill to do this. The game started this way and the rest is history. Washer players have started associations for this game, both national and international.

Many people that spend time outdoors camping and enjoying other activities play Bolo Toss. It is often called ladder golf. A long list of other names are attached to this game. Some of this depends on the area of the country that the game is in. The game can be played either indoors or outdoors. Playing this game wont be a problem even if the weather turns bad. Bad weather just requires that the game be moved inside. Tossing the bolo at a ladder made of PVC is how the game is played. The bolo is a piece of rope with golf balls attached to either end. Hooking the bolo on a ladder rung is worth points.

Bocce Ball is a popular backyard game. Fun to play and easy to understand, many people like bocce ball. There are no age limits on the bocce ball 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 cant be easily played in a very small area. A regulation area for bocce ball is 10 feet wide and 76 feet long. It can be played for fun in shorter areas as well. Players throw balls larger than the original ball on the course. The goal is to get as close to the small ball as possible.