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Obstacle Course

Build a course from whatever's in the yard. Race the clock.

2-20 players20-60 min · 20 min setup · Ages 6+Mediumoutdoor

What you need

  • Cones, hula hoops, jump ropes, chairs, buckets — get creative

Setup

  1. Design a course with 6-10 stations (crawl under, hop through, balance across).
  2. Time a demo run to set the target.

How to play

  1. Racers go one at a time, timed.
  2. Skip a station = 10-second penalty.
  3. Fastest time wins. Great for tournament brackets.

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

🍿 Snacks

  • Grill classics (burgers, dogs, veggies)
  • Chips + salsa
  • Watermelon slices

🥤 Drinks

  • Cold lemonade
  • Iced tea
  • Beer or hard seltzer (21+)
  • Plenty of water

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