Being a parent of six kids, I sometimes had to entertain them in inexpensive ways when they were younger. I'd set up different obstacles, using everyday items, and keep them busy outdoors. Here are just a few ideas for obstacles that I've used throughout the years:
Obstacle #1: Use a mini golf club to put a golf ball into a hula hoop.
Obstacle #2: Throw a frisbee into a pool of water.
Obstacle #3: Use a croquet set and weave a croquet ball in and out of the stakes.
Obstacle #4: Throw a hula hoop over a bucket.
Obstacle #5: Using a long piece of wood and standing it up, stack four pieces of wood on top of it.
Obstacle #6: Dump a mixed variety of puzzle pieces out of a basket and sort the pieces to finish one puzzle.
Obstacle #7: Set up a table and set several glasses filled with water on top of it. Try to knock down the glasses of water with a tennis ball inside a pair of pantyhose tied to your waist.
example of obstacle #7
With a few objects that can be found almost anywhere, an obstacle course can be set up quickly and made into a fun past time for kids. Or even adults, for that matter.
What ideas do you have for fun outdoor obstacles for kids?
1 comments:
My niece & nephew would have a blast with these.
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