Not every game that works indoors will work outdoors. Here is a list of games and activities specifically for when you're headed outdoors!
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Lifesize Battleship | Split your group into two teams. Setup the room with a divider down the middle (like a sheet) and play life-size battleship. Have people lie... more>>> | |
Crab Soccer | Split up into two teams. Each team lines up on one side of a small soccer field, with goals at either end. The goals can be proper... more>>> | |
Rock Paper Scissors Tournament | We all know the Rock Paper Scissors game. But can you... more>>> | |
Elephant Tag | A simple tag based game requiring no equipment or preparation time... more>>> | |
Hunt the Leader | This was one of my favorites. We would take the youth group to a large shopping mall or main street (depending if it's day or night)... more>>> | |
Survivor Night | A Survivor themed night for your group... more>>> | |
Dress Up | This isn't strictly a game but a group of ideas to help add a twist to any activity... more>>> | |
Fresh | This is a really difficult game to describe how to play, but once you understand and get the hang of it, it really is a great game. Fresh... more>>> | |
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Animal Farm | This is a quick, fun activity to divide your group into smaller groups. Give each person a card or post-it note with the name... more>>> | |
Light in the darkness | This is a great, fun game for leading into topics like spiritual warfare, reaching the lost, etc. This is best played with... more>>> | |
Give it up | This is a good activity for lock-ins and other longer term periods. First build a large cross using 4x4's. It should be pretty tall. Or, as... more>>> | |
The Amazing Race... to Christ | This idea is like similar to other amazing races but with a definite twist. ... more>>> | |
Geometry Drill | This icebreaker will help group members understand what it takes to lead a group. It will also give kids a chance to get to know each... more>>> | |
Mine Field | This game teaches kids the value of communication and trust. It works best if you have a large area, indoor or outdoor. Setup... more>>> | |
Frozen T's | This game is literally an icebreaker! It requires... more>>> | |
Blanket Volleyball | An interesting and fun variation to the more traditional style of volleyball... more>>> | |
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Banana split in the mouth | This game is hilarious and fun for all! Prep: Gather all ingredients for banana... more>>> | |
Best Friends and Worst Enemies | A short fun physical game to help get people moving... more>>> | |
Lap Sit | This game can be run with medium to large sized groups and is a good one to teach the concept of trust. Make a big circle and... more>>> | |
Record breaking night | The whole concept is to have a series of 'records' and try and break them. Ideas or examples include: who has... more>>> |
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