Outdoor Activities - Backyard Boss

The Best Outdoor Projector Screens to Turn Your Backyard Into a Movie Theater

Outdoor theaters are surprisingly doable. All you need to watch a movie under the stars are some comfy seats, good food, a reliable projector, and a projection surface. Outdoor projector screens are the unsung heroes of backyard cinemas. After all, what’s an amazing projector if its screen doesn’t match up? A good projector screen improves …

The Best Swing Sets for your Backyard

by Michael O'Connor

Close-up of awing set with yellow seats and black chains.

A swing set is a great way to get the kids out of the house and into the backyard for some fun and exercise. Without having to go to the park, they can enjoy the fresh air and quality playtime while expelling some of that notorious kid energy all in the comfort of their own …

The Best Hammock Stands for Indoors and Outdoors

by Britt Kascjak

a wooden hammock stand is sitting outdoors in the grass next to a body of water with a dock, holding a rope hammock

Have you have been dreaming about relaxing in a hammock in your backyard, gently rocking with the breeze? Unfortunately, if you lack the trees necessary to hang a hammock, you may have given up on this idea entirely. Discovering the best hammock stand on the market for your lifestyle may be the perfect start to …

The Best Camping Hammocks

by Britt Kascjak

A woman with blonde hair pulled back in a pony tail, wearing a tanktop, shorts and sneakers is relaxing in a red and grey hammock in the middle of a wooded area with a body of water in front of her

Hammock camping is quickly gaining popularity in the outdoor travel community as people realize that it’s not only convenient but also a comfortable way to camp. Whether you’re backpacking through crownland with only the gear on your back or car camping with the family, there are comfortable, easy to set up and affordable options available. …

The Best Outdoor Refrigerator for Your Patio or Outdoor Kitchen

by Britt Kascjak

A refrigerator sitting outdoors on a patio, next to a table and wicker chairs.

With the temperatures rising and summer just around the corner, many homeowners are looking forward to soaking up the sun. Whether your backyard includes a small bar setup or a full kitchen, choosing the best outdoor refrigerator can take that outdoor space to the next level. Your deck or backyard can be a great place …

The Best Croquet Sets for Your Next Backyard Gathering

by Michael O'Connor

Woman's foot with croquet racket and ball on lawn.

When the weather starts to get warmer, that’s when the Backyard Boss team starts thinking about summer fun. Croquet immediately springs to mind as a classic, leisurely activity that everyone in the family can enjoy. In looking for the best croquet set, we considered durability, aesthetics, and portability. We found that by choosing a set …

11 DIY Backyard Gym Ideas to Get Fit This Year

by Rita Pike

woman using battle ropes for intense workout

As spring awakens, many of us are feeling the urge to get into strength training sessions outdoors in the sunshine and fresh air. I know I am! As a former I.S.S.A. certified personal trainer, I am eager to offer up some ideas to help folks get out there and get active. For those with some …

These Are the Best Garden Games for Kids to Play!

by Candace Osmond

Yes, we live in the era of video games, and your kids are probably just fine staying inside all day. But having fun outside is still important for physical and mental health, and you should be encouraging your kids to take their Nintendo Switch off its dock and go play it in the yard. Just kidding! …

How to Build an Epic Snow Fort: 5 Pro-Tips for Optimum Construction

by Jordan Quinn Farkas

a boy in a heavily fortified snow fort well constructed how to build snow fort protip

Most of the Backyard Boss staff live in colder regions. Collectively, we’ve got about a hundred years’ worth of snow-fort building experience. Epic snow fort building skills allow for the highest level of bragging rights, and frankly, we’ve got ’em. If you’re looking to level up your snow fort building game this winter, these construction …

The Best Snow Fort Kits on the Market

by Candace Osmond

a man in the tunnel below a two-story snow fort with pink flags

Having the ultimate snow fort is one way to maximize outdoor fun for kids (and adults!) in the winter. But aside from the fun of playing in the snow fort, building building a fort is a fun process! There are a few easy steps, and with the right techniques (and maybe one of our favorite …