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Greased Watermelon

Lather up that big boy with margarine, shortening, or Vaseline and toss it in the pool (it floats). Teams compete to get the slippery sucker to their side of the pool. After the fun you've got two options: 1) eat...

Junkyard Smash

Get some friends to go in on a junkyard car and let the kids smash away all their teenage rage! Great for fundraising drives, event hype, frat parties... just saying... Make it Meaningful with a Conversation on Anger Management: Having...

Five Hundred

You throw the ball. The kids fight to be the one to catch it. Okay, hopefully "fight" is too strong of a word, but your kids will learn skills like 'boxing-out' that can be used in soccer and basketball, they'll...

Wheelbarrow Jogger

Strollers are boring! Stick the kids in your wheelbarrow and set off for a jaunt. They'll love it, and you will get one heck of a core workout! We recommend adding a few moving blankets or something of the sort...

Be A Tourist In Your Home Town

All the stuff out-of-towners do that locals take for granted... Bike and Segway tours, zoo's, aquariums, ferris wheels, planetariums, and museums... Make it extra fun by dressing up as crime fighting superheroes or whatever silly costume you have stashed in...

Bike or Skateboard Tricks

Show your kid you still have some BMX skills. It's a great way to connect as they realize you were once a kid too, and perhaps went through similar life challenges as those they may be going through right now....

Capture The Flag

Play it indoors; Play it at night; Play it on Bikes; Play it with Super Soakers! However you play this classic game, you're bound to have fun!

Dad Level Slip N Slide

Get an epic slide and save a boatload of money by skipping the brand names and busting out a massive painters tarp instead. Wide enough for multiple sliders and long enough for super thrills - it's all you need for...

Arm Wrestle

A few minutes to strengthen father-child bond. Let 'em win or show them what super daddy strength looks like. Tap your best acting skills and have fun, feed their imagination, and build their confidence.

Kickball Water Slide

Amp up the fun by putting a slip n' slide between the bases!

Muddin'

You don't need a jacked up truck but having AAA on speed dial might be a good call. A muddy field is great for teaching kids how to steer into a slide if they ever have to swerve out on...

Outside-In

Changeup time. The same old toys in a new environment will rejuvenate the fun and excitement. Grab the soccer ball, mini trampoline, bike, or Power Wheel car. Put it in front of your bored TV-watching kids and behold the creative...

Soap Box Derby

Hard to beat better bonding than building and racing a soapbox car with your boy (or girl), no matter the age. Give it a google to find an upcoming race near you and get to work building. If you're lucky,...

Squirrel Catapult

Tired of the varmints invading your yard? Have the kids help you build a trap to toss them back over the fence! Less Aggressive Fun: Make a game of squirrel spotting. When you see one, shout "Squirrel!" and give yourself...

Sprinklers

No explanation required, but this summertime activity is often overlooked. Take advantage the next time your lawn gets thirsty, or just amp up a trampoline or bouncy castle party. If you have oscillating sprinklers, setup an obstacle course where the...

Sumo Wrestling

Wacky Wobble Chase

Boost your kids' hand-eye coordination while having a hilarious game of indoor chase. These indoor drone orbs will float gently through the air but run amok if they ever touch the floor! You might also try blowing up a regular...

Water Pants

Fishing waders are meant to keep the water out, but fill them on the inside and you've got your own personal pool! Makes for a hilarious game of tag, soccer, capture the flag... or just goofing off during a fishing...