Backyard Play Areas & Games
Bocce ball courts, horseshoes, trampolines, outdoor chess and more
I have fond childhood memories of playing horseshoes in my grandparent's backyard. I never was any good, but I loved playing all the same. Maybe that's why I enjoy these awesome outdoor spaces equipped for games and activities so much. Incorporating any of these activity areas into your yard will provide hours of enjoyment for your family, just like the horseshoe pit did for mine.
The Green Scene in Northridge, CA.A horseshoe court is an excellent addition if you plan to use your outdoor space for entertaining and socializing. However, horseshoes may not be the safest choice for a family with small children (since heavy metal objects are being thrown).
My Home Ideas.Bocce ball, a game of Roman origin, is a great activity for an outdoor party. It is a game of strategy that people of all ages and skill levels can play. Bocce can be played with 2, 4 or 8 players. Beautiful weather, delicious food, and a game of bocce ball are the makings of an unbeatable afternoon of fun. A bocce court is long and narrow, so it fits well into side yards, along a pool, or on an upper terrace.
SellsiusFor those of you that enjoy thought provoking board games, outdoor chess or Scrabble would be perfect. Chess pieces made for outdoor use can be purchased online through Giant Chess. A Scrabble board can be made with stained and scored concrete and custom tiles.
Shades of Green Landscape Architecture in Sausalito, CA.If your backyard is all about entertaining the kids, then a rock wall or built-in trampoline will do the trick. Seriously, what kid (or adult, for that matter) wouldn't love these?
