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Thursday, May 1, 2025

Enjoy summer in Bureau County with these outdoor games

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There’s nothing worse than trying to find a gift for someone and not knowing what to get them.

To take the guesswork out of gift buying, we’ve found practical and helpful gifts for any occasion, sorted by theme to help find everything you are looking for.

Top 5 “Outdoor Fun & Games” Gifts

1) Hook & Ring Game - Surf Edition
Creator Kyle McGetrick originally made a Tiki Toss smartphone game, and fans loved it so much they asked him to create the real thing. This is a simple, addictive game for parties, barbecues, and other gatherings—indoor or out. Swing the ring on a string, and try to hook it on the Tiki Toss board. Follow the preset scoring rules or make up your own.

2) Kicking & Juggling Trainer Birdie
Kickit: Kicking & Juggling Trainer Birdie - Neon Orange Pro Trainer

3) Custom Monogram Cornhole Set
Oakline Designs: Custom Monogram Cornhole Set

4) Djubi Classic Slingshot Catch Game
Djubi (joo-bee) is the slingshot toss game that makes classic catch seem underwhelming. Each racket has a deep net for catching and a hook on top to launch the included foam balls. Slip a ball’s latex loop over the hook then pull, point, and release to launch it up to 100 feet. Get your sling on at the park, pool, or beach.

5) Change Quarter Bouncing Game
Change is the unique quarters game that can be played by anyone, anywhere. It's easy to play; anyone can master the bounce in minutes. You can play solo, as a pair, or get the whole party involved depending on how you arrange the pieces. Change is lightweight and small enough to fit in your hand so you can play anywhere. There are over a dozen ways to play, pieces can be arranged into miniature versions of corn hole, skee-ball, football, basketball, and baseball. The catalog of games is constantly expanding thanks to Change's versatility and passionate community.