Molkky (Finnish Skittles)

What you need

• 12 numbered wooden pins (1-12)
• 1 throwing pin (Mölkky)

Setup

1. Stand all 12 pins in a tight cluster ~3-4 meters from throw line.

How to play

1. Underhand throw the Mölkky at the pins.
2. Knock down 1 pin = score its number. Knock down 2+ pins = score the count of pins knocked down.
3. Stand pins back up wherever they land — the cluster spreads over time.
4. First to exactly 50 wins. Over 50 = drop back to 25. Miss 3 times in a row = eliminated.

Host tips

• Check the weather — have a rain plan.
• Set clear boundaries so kids/pets don't wander off.
• Rotate teams so everyone plays with everyone.

Snack & drink pairings

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