Indoor winter games for adults

30 Exciting Indoor Winter Activities For Adults

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I have fun doing outdoor activities in the winter, but most of the time I like to stay inside and stay warm. If you’re like me, then you’ll love this list of indoor winter activities for adults so you don’t get bored this winter. Make sure you add these to your winter bucket list.

Indoor Winter Activity For Adults #1 – Make Fondue 

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Fondue is so yummy. It’s fun to make and eat. You can do all different kinds of fondue, but chocolate is my favorite. This recipe for vegan chocolate fondue is from Fran Costigan.

2. Listen to Audiobooks

You can listen to audiobooks while doing household chores or just while laying in bed. You can get a free trial of Audible here to get started listening to audiobooks.

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This is a good activity to do around New Year’s Eve. If you need ideas of resolutions, take a look at this list here.

4. Make Homemade Hot Cocoa

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Homemade hot chocolate is so fun to drink while watching a movie. The Panicked Foodie has a recipe that you should try.

5. Try A New Recipe

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My husband and I love cooking something new together. One of our favorites to make is our Pad Thai recipe. It’s warm, comforting, and a little spicy.

6. Learn About Essential Oils And Use Them

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Essential oils are great for diffusing or for using to help with things. I don’t know much about them, but would love to learn more. It’s a great idea when you need a fun winter indoor activity.

7. Learn How To Knit

Knitting would be a fun thing to do while watching a movie or just relaxing. It’s always fun to pickup a new skill.

8. Binge Watch TV Shows

Binge watching a tv show is always better than watching one episode a week. We loved binge watching Superstore, The Mindy Project, and more.

9. Play Card Games

Card games are fun to play with a group of people and have a game night, or you can play solitaire by yourself. If you need a deck of cards, you can get one here.

10. Have A Movie Marathon

Sometimes when there’s cold winter weather outside you just want to snuggle up and watch movies all day. You can watch lots of different movies or you can watch a few from a series, like Harry Potter. You can get the complete 8 film collection here.

11. Decorate For Holidays

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I absolutely love to decorate for all the holidays! In the winter you can decorate for Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and Valentine’s Day. These decorative pillows will help you get started with Christmas decorating. Indoor activities like this can be done with your whole family.

12. Gratitude Journal

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A gratitude journal will help you with self exploration and with focusing on being grateful. This journal is a 52 week guide.

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13. Read Books

If you love to read, then pickup a good book and find a cozy place to read it. If you haven’t read To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, I definitely recommend it. You can get it here.

14. Do A Puzzle

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Puzzles are a fun, somewhat mindless activity. This winter wonderland puzzle is so cute and is a fun way to spend time when you’re stuck inside because of snow and cold weather.

15. Color In A Coloring Book

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Coloring is a great way to relax and relieve stress. This coffee animals coloring book is really fun and unique.

16. Do A DIY Project

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If you’re handy and up for a project, why not take on a DIY project? This DIY blanket ladder from Life Storage Blog is a fun one to do in the winter.

17. Make a Craft

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I love crafts because they’re fun to make and they are cute to put on display after. Ruffles and Rainboots has a tutorial for these cute gnomes. You can make it during the winter months and decorate them differently all year.

Online shopping or even just browsing is a fun way to pass the time and boost your spirits if you have the winter blues.

These are some of my favorite shops to shop at online:

• Made By Mary
• Old Navy
• Carter’s

19. Make a Bird Feeder  

Make a Bird Feeder  

If you have somewhere that you can put out a bird feeder, then it would be fun to make one and watch birds come to it. You can get the tutorial for this one from Natural Beach Living.

20. Bake A Treat

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I love to bake and enjoy a yummy treat! You can get the recipe for these brownies from Marsha’s baking addiction.

21. Declutter Your Closet

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If your closet is out of control, it’s probably time to declutter and organize it. So Much Better With Age will help you with how to do this.

22. Paint Your Nails

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Painting your nails is a nice, easy activity to do. Try a new color you’ve never done before to spice it up.

23. Take a Bath

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Taking a bath is so relaxing and rejuvenating. I love using pink Himalayan bath salts in my bath.

24. Do An At-Home Workout

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If you’re not sure where to start with working out, try this spell your name workout from Jenn McMahon.

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25. Make Homemade Popcorn

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Homemade popcorn is fun to make and is so much tastier than microwave popcorn. Healthier Steps has a great recipe for it. I love fun things like this.

26. Do A Facial  

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Doing an at-home facial is a great self-care activity. They’re fun to do and will make your skin so nice.

27. Make A Wreath

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If you’re feeling crafty, try making a wreath. You can get the tutorial for this super cute polar bear pom pom wreath from Twine and Table.

28. Start A Blog

If you’ve been thinking about starting a blog, then get started and see how you like it. Follow our 5 step guide to get started with it.

29. Plant An Herb Garden

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You can plant an herb garden and keep it in a window in your home. It’s fun to plant and water everyday, then cook with once they grow big enough.

30. Listen To Podcasts

There are tons of podcasts to choose from. Some popular ones are Off The Vine with Kaitlyn Bristowe, Hey Girl, and Jen Gotch Is Ok…Sometimes.

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20 Creative Indoor Winter Activities to Do When You're Bored

As the weather gets colder, it becomes very tempting to go into hibernation mode. But how do you beat winter boredom? What can you do in cold weather indoors? The answer is to plan some fun indoor winter activities that you can do right from the comfort of your own home.

Each idea in this blog post is budget-friendly and can be done either alone or as a family. You can even turn a few of them into frugal date night ideas as well! 

So, if you want to plan some fun things to do during the winter from the comfort of your home, then let’s jump right into the different ideas!

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There is something so cozy about having an indoor campout right in your living room.  Gather up all of the blankets and pillows you can find, set up your tent or make a fort, and have an indoor campout.

To make your indoor campout feel more authentic, turn off any interior lights and instead use candles or string lights instead. If you have a Bluetooth speaker, you can easily find some ambient, outdoor sounds on YouTube to give you that camping vibe.

You can also set up the tent to go along with your movie night, another idea we’ll cover later on!

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A budget-friendly way to take a cooking class is to do it online, right from the comfort of your own home. There are a ton of places online that offer cooking classes such as YouTube, Skillshare, and Craftsy.

Start by choosing a recipe or cooking class that interests you.

Once you’ve picked one, plan what day you will do it, get the ingredients you’ll need, and set aside some time to cook.

This can be a fun activity to do by yourself or with the whole family.

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High up on the list of fun things to do during the winter is baking cookies, because, why not? Whether you bake some of your classic recipes or decide to try out some new recipes, it is a fun and creative activity to fill those winter days.

If you want to take it a step further, consider hosting a cookie exchange with your family, friends, colleagues, or neighbors. This will get everyone involved and give them something to do inside as well.

Looking for some new cookie recipes? Check out this big book with over 100 recipes!

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Paint nights are becoming increasingly popular and for good reason; they are so much fun and a great way to relax! 

Unfortunately, though, they can also be quite pricey if you go to one of those popular paint-and-sip places. So, instead of going out and spending loads of money, turn this idea into t a fun indoor winter activity. You can order a cheap canvas online and pick up some inexpensive paint and paintbrushes.

Then, find a step-by-step painting tutorial that you want to follow. You can find many of these for free on YouTube. Or one of my favorite places for panting tutorials is through Craftsy. They have have INCREDIBLE specials on their premium memberships which give you access to online instruction across 20+ hobbies with over 1500 online classes.

Another solid option for learning how to paint at home is with Artist Academy! Sign-up for their new-member promo and you’ll get a whole year of unlimited access to premium instructional drawing and painting videos, techniques and expert tips!

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While it can be great to have evenings where you watch television, it can also be nice to take some time to disconnect from technology. A great way to do this is to have a board game night.

You can do this as a family, as a date night, or you can even host a board game night with your friends.

Some popular family-friendly board games include Monopoly, Mouse Trap, Sorry, HeadBandz, CandyLand, Clue, etc.

You can also get board games that are more specific for adults such as Scattergories, Taboo, Trivial Pursuit, etc.

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If you don’t enjoy board games, you could try card games instead.

There are cards you can get for specific games such as Uno, Phase 10, or SkipBo. You can find these decks on places like Amazon or Target.

There are also hundreds of games that you can play with a traditional deck of cards such as War, Rummy, Canasta, Crib, etc. If you are looking for game ideas that you can play with a traditional deck of cards, check out this book with over 50 game instructions.

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Puzzles are a great indoor winter activity because they can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours to a few days to complete. Plus, you can do them in silence or while watching a movie or favorite TV show.

Overall, they are a great way to unwind after a long day.

If you really like the puzzle picture you build and want to keep it, you can turn it into another indoor winter activity! You can use glue to preserve the puzzle. Then, simply put it into a frame, and now you have a new decor piece for your home.

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One way to beat the winter blues is to redecorate a room in your house. You don’t have to do anything too drastic, but even small changes can make a big difference.

Something as simple as rearranging the furniture in the room, repainting the walls, or just switching out your decor pieces can completely transform your space.

You can also simply decorate for the season. Add more string lights and candles to your space to enhance the cozy feeling. Add more texture with throw pillows, fleece blankets, etc.

Read: Decorating on a Budget: A Debt-Free Family’s Guide

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Video game marathons can be really fun, even if you aren’t someone who plays video games regularly. It is a great activity to pass the time when you need inspiration for some indoor winter activities or for a no-spend weekend.

You can either have a solo gaming marathon, or you can set up a marathon with family or friends. You could host a competition, play a multi-player game, etc.

Another thing that can make your marathon more fun is having lots of food, snacks, and drinks ready to enjoy. You can plan easy meals like appetizers and charcuterie boards. For snacks, load up on all the stapes like popcorn, chips, crackers, and dips.

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Who doesn’t love having a good old movie binge session, especially on a cold winter day?

You can make it even more fun by hosting a marathon for a specific series such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, or The Avengers. Or you could do a themed marathon such as all Christmas movies or all horror movies.

You can make it a solo activity or you can invite family and friends to join in on the fun. And, of course, be sure to have plenty of snacks and drinks on hand!

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Spend some time this winter getting creative and trying your hand at a DIY project or craft.

There are tons of great craft ideas on Pinterest, but some of my favorites include making your own candles and soap. There are also tons of great DIY projects that you can do for your home like building a homemade bookshelf, creating DIY home decor, and more.

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When you need some indoor winter activities, it can be really nice to take the time to learn a new hobby. This will introduce you to new things, help you improve your skills, and spend time doing something that you truly enjoy.

There are so many different hobbies that you can learn, and the Internet makes it easier than ever to get started. For example, you could learn how to knit or crochet, how to play an instrument, or how to bake bread.

There are tons of places you can look online for tutorials including YouTube, Pinterest, Craftsy, Artist Academy and more!

If you prefer reading printed material, head over to your local library and grab some books on hobbies. You should be able to find detailed tutorials and lessons in book format to help you master that next skill.

Read: 51 Inspiring Hobbies for Moms to Begin TODAY!

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It can be really tough to find the motivation to exercise during the winter, but it’s so important to take care of your body and mind to avoid boredom and the winter blues.

To work out from home, you could set up a little home gym for yourself. It may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be elaborate and doesn’t have to be expensive either. You don’t actually need a lot of equipment in order to have an effective workout. Some resistance bands, a yoga mat, and free weights are all you need to get started.

Alternatively, you can also do no-equipment workouts which are really popular on YouTube and TikTok, or on fitness platforms like such as Get Healthy U TV which often has fantastic savings when you sign-up for the first time!

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One of the best indoor activities that you can do during the winter is to curl up with a good book. This is a great way to relax and escape from the cold weather outside.

If you don’t have any books at home, you can always head over to your local library and check some out. You could also join a book club which is a great way to connect with others and share your love for the written word.

Read: 10 Thrifty Tips to Save Money on Books

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One of the most practical indoor winter activities that you can do this winter is taking on an organization project. To get started, pick one room like one room your bedroom, closet, bathroom, kitchen, etc. This is much more effective than trying to do everything at once.

Organizing your space is not just a way to fill your winter days. There are so many extra benefits. Getting organized helps you take stock of what you have (so you don’t overbuy), creates efficiencies in your daily routine, and helps with mental clarity.

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One of my favorite indoor activities to do during the winter is to have a pajama night. This is a great way to relax, unwind, and just take some time for yourself.

If you are looking for a cozy pair of pajamas, take a look at these fleece pajamas for women. They are super soft and comfortable. Plus, they come in several different patterns, so you can choose the style you like most.

To have a successful pajama night, make sure you have everything that you need including comfy clothes, your favorite blanket, some snacks, and a movie or show to watch.

You could also add in some self-care activities such as taking a bath, doing a face mask, painting your nails, etc.

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Another indoor activity that you can do during the winter is to have a spa night. This is a great way to pamper yourself and relax.

To have a successful spa night, you’ll need some candles, bath bombs or bath salts, a face mask, a comfy robe, and some music.

You could also add in other self-care activities such as giving yourself a manicure or pedicure, reading a book, etc.

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With the extra downtime that you have during the winter, you can set aside some time to plan for your future. This can include things like setting goals, reviewing your finances, or creating a vision board.

It’s important to take some time to plan for your future so that you can stay on track and achieve what you want to achieve.

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While you are enduring the cold winter, it can be fun to plan a warm winter getaway or your summer vacation. This will give you something to look forward to and is a great way to occupy your time.

To start planning your vacation, you’ll need to decide where you want to go and when. Once you have those details figured out, you can start looking into flights, hotels, and activities.

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If you’ve ever wanted to write a book, winter is the perfect time to do it.

If you already have some ideas, start by outlining your book. Once you have a general idea of what you want to write about, start writing the actual book.

If you don’t have any ideas, spend some time brainstorming a few potential topics that you could write about. Once you have a few ideas, choose your favorite, make your outline and start writing.

I hope that this blog post has given you some ideas of fun things to do in the winter inside. If you make a plan to do at least one of these things weekly, you are much more likely to avoid those pesky winter blues and actually enjoy your time hibernating on those cold days.

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10+ winter games for a fun company

We have already written to you about how to entertain a child in the winter on the street, so that you can not leave the house. And for more active parents and kids who can't sit still, we offer 10 outdoor games. But all of them are really winter, you can't play like that in summer. So if you don't want to miss out on all the snow fun, pick a game and run outside!

"Snow Bouncers"

A game for a big, fun and noisy company. A snowy area is selected, on which there is enough snow to shell the enemy. At a distance of 30-40 steps from each other, two cities are drawn, that is, sites with a diameter of several meters. Children are divided into two teams. Some will be "runners", others - "snipers".

The task of the runners is to run from one city to another without a single hit. You need to run in turn, in a crowd - it's dishonest. And snipers, respectively, fire snowballs at the runners. For each hit - a point. Hits within the "city" do not count. When everyone runs across, the teams change places. And then we count the points and see who is the best runner and who is the best shooter.

Pushkin

Why Pushkin? Because duel. This is a game for two. Dueling weapons, of course, snowballs. Two opponents stand at a distance of about 8-10 meters from each other. A circle of diameters in meters is drawn around each of them. The second (for example, dad) chooses who will be the first. On a signal, the first player leans over, makes a snowball and throws it at the opponent. Then these actions are performed by the second player. You can dodge as you like, the main thing is not to leave the circle.

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If both miss or both hit, the duel continues. But if one hit and the other missed, then another player takes the place of the loser (for example, the second dad). So, after a few rounds of the duel, it will become clear who you have here is "Pushkin" and who is "Dantes".

"The best shooter in the Wild Cold"

We continue the theme of "shooters" with two versions of the same game - "hit the target". In the first case, your target is a bucket on the snowman's head. Each shooter has three attempts to knock down a bucket with a snowball. For hitting on the first attempt - 30 points, on the second - 20, on the third - 10. You can play in teams or together.

In the second case, the snowman remains intact. The target is drawn on the wall of the house. The rules are the same, but you can make changes and make it a game of speed. Two targets - two players. And whoever is the first to cover the entire target with sticky snow is the best shooter in the Wild Cold.

"Snowball Relay"

We divide the children into two teams with an equal number of participants. Teams stand in one line, each player takes a snowball. The first participants from each team make a throw. The second participant goes to the place where the snowball landed. And he quits already from this place.

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The winner is the team that, on the throw of the last participant (the first player goes there, closing the circle), was further from the starting line. You can throw both in one direction with both teams, and in different ones, standing at the start with your backs to each other, but then you need a tape measure or a pedometer.

"Sled Relay"

Let's move away from snow battles and think about other winter fun. For example, about sleds. With them, you can come up with many wonderful fun starts, relay races and competitions. Here are a few of them.

Two kids sit on a sled. Parents plan the finish line somewhere in 7-10 meters from them. Go! The one sitting in front must cross the finish line as quickly as possible, and the one who rides behind must interfere with him. You have 3 minutes to complete. If you play as a team, then for the victory of the player - 10 points.

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Another sledge option. Two kids sit on the sled with their backs to each other. The task is to get to the finish line, pushing only with your feet. Think it's that easy? But in fact - a hodgepodge of legs and laughing children.

And the third option. A pair of sledges is placed at a distance of several meters. The players sit facing each other and take in their hands the ropes from the sled, but not their own, but the opponent's. A line is drawn in the middle. After the signal, everyone begins to pull the rope towards themselves, and whoever first drags the opponent to their territory is well done. You can't help yourself with your feet.

Ice Racing

If you have an ice track in your yard, then you have a few more options for games. For example, "ice football player". Closer to the middle of the path, a large piece of ice, a pebble or a bump is placed. Children, sliding on ice, should move this object with their foot as far as possible. When no one in the circle can reach a new result, the winner is the one who last touched the pebble.

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Second option for three players. Two people stand on opposite sides of the path, holding a long rope in their hands. The third one is standing on the path, holding on to the rope. The players on the sides take turns giving him tasks that he must complete until the end of the "track". Sit down, ride on one leg, turn around backwards, etc. Then the players change. Whoever did it the fastest and best of all, he won.

Icicles

An old Russian game. On well-trodden even snow, a circle is drawn (diameter - 5 meters). A small depression is made in the center of the circle and 10 pieces of ice are put there. The leader is chosen, he must stand inside the circle, the rest around him. The task of the players is to knock out all the pieces of ice from the center outside the circle, running into it and dragging their trophies. But the leader cannot get out of the circle, but he can kick everyone in a row, knocking him out of the game. The game will end if all the pieces of ice are knocked out or all the children are tagged.

"Buy a bull"

Another game that came to us from ancient times, but no less interesting and again with an ice floe. We find a large piece of ice, draw a large circle. All children stand in a circle, a leader is appointed. The host should, with the admonition “Buy a bull” (can be replaced with anything, even “Cutlet soup!”, The main thing is a catchy phrase) jump on one leg and try to overpower others.

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The task of the other players is to dodge the ice, not "buy a bull". If someone is hurt, then he immediately becomes the leader and shakes one leg. If the leader gets tired, he can be asked to change legs in the middle of the round.

Rattle

This is a game of skating and is best played with children who know how to skate somehow. But it is suitable for a large company - 10-15 people. Four leaders are selected from all, their task will be to catch the treasured item. The item can be a rattle, a flag, a bump, or whatever you find.

One of the players is given a "rattle" in his hands and he quickly flies away from the leaders. And they must catch the player in the ring by closing their hands (two, three or all together - it doesn’t matter). The rattle can be passed to other players, but only from hand to hand, it cannot be thrown. When someone is caught, other hosts are appointed and the game continues.

Fortress Capture

It would be strange not to mention this game. Still, it's a classic. But it also takes a lot of time. First you need to build a fortress, the height of the walls is 1-2 meters. 4 towers need to be made in the corners of the fortress. "Shields" are hung on the towers, ideally - sheets of plywood, at worst - cardboard. A flag is fixed on one of the towers - a piece of cloth or someone's mitten. Three circles are made near the fortress - after 10 m, 15 m and 25-30 m from the wall. It is best to lay the circles with ropes, the drawn lines will be trampled immediately.

The players are divided into two teams. There should be twice as many attackers as defenders. A supply of snowballs is being prepared, and then the capture begins. When captured, everyone is fired with snowballs, whoever is hit is eliminated from the game.

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The task on the first round is to hit each shield three times. Defenders cannot cover the shield, only shoot back. As soon as the mission is completed, the attackers go to the second circle. Here you need to hit the shields only once, but the shelling here is much more furious. In the third round, the task is the same - to hit each shield and after that ...

This is where the remaining players need to capture the flag. You can't touch each other, only shoot. If the defenders run out of supplies, they can go outside the fortress (at their own risk) and replenish them. The game is over if the flag is captured or if all attackers are out of the game.

Happy winter!

Winter fun: 17 active games and other outdoor activities

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When skates and skis are already tired.

1. Modeling a snowman and other figures

If loose and sticky snow has fallen, then it's time to make a snowman! You can not limit yourself to a standard snowman with a bucket on your head, but show your imagination and make something unusual. Watercolors or gouache, old clothes and any other props that come to mind will help you with this.

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Also making a snowman can be turned into a fun game: who can roll up the biggest ball in a limited time. To do this, you need to divide into teams (it is better that there are no more than two participants in each), note the time (5 or 10 minutes) and give a signal to start the competition. After the time runs out, the participants determine the largest ball, and those who blinded it become the winners. The resulting snow globe can be made the basis for a common large snowman.

2. Building a slide

You can build an ice slide on your own property or even in the city yard. It is not difficult to make it: heat the snow, tamp it down, fill it with water and wait until it freezes. See our separate article for more detailed instructions.

Children will be happy, especially if they are involved in the process.

3. "King of the Hill"

For this game, you need to find a high snowdrift of dense snow or throw a snowy "mountain" yourself. Its height depends on the age of the players.

One of the players rises to the top and becomes its "king". He must prevent the rest from taking the "throne", because the goal of each other participant is to become the king of the hill himself. Since during the game the participants will often fall, it is necessary to take care of safety: make sure that there is a layer of soft snow under the “mountain”, and there are no fences, trees, corners of buildings and cars nearby that you can hit or get hurt.

4. "Icicles"

For this game, a circle with a diameter of about 5 meters is drawn on the snow with a small depression in the center. 10-12 pieces of ice are placed in it. It does not have to be just pieces of ice: you can use small pieces of wood, cardboard, and so on.

Players choose a driver who stands in the center of the circle. The rest of the participants are distributed outside of it. Their task is to pull (or knock out) all the ice pieces outside the playing area. Players can enter the circle, and the driver can only be inside it. If the driver touches one of the participants, the "singed" takes his place. The game ends when all the pieces of ice have left the playing area.

5. Playing snowballs and building snow forts

Both adults and children like to play snowballs, as this is a great opportunity to spend time actively with friends or family. The construction of snow fortresses will help to diversify the process. In this case, the snowballs will turn into a full-fledged snow battle. You can introduce a rule: the one who is hit by a snowball is out of the game.

6. “Who is on the mountain?”

For this fun, a big snowball is made, which will play the role of a mountain. Participants stand around him, holding hands. On command, each of them must pull the neighbors to the "mountain" and try not to fall on it himself. Those who still touched the “mountain” are eliminated.

7. Dodgeball

To play this game, participants stand in two lines opposite each other. There should be 3-4 steps between players, and 12-15 steps between lines. A leader is also selected who will give commands. He must either know the participants by name, or distribute them by numbers (the same for both teams). The host calls the names or numbers of the participants, and after they have responded, commands: “Pli!” After that, the named players must make snowballs and throw them at each other.

It is allowed to dodge and crouch, but not to move. The one who is hit by a snowball is out. The participant who “knocked out” his opponent can throw a snowball at any of the opposing team. The team with no players left loses.

The facilitator must give instructions quickly so that the game does not stall and is fun.

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Ordinary slides can be made even more fun. Below, under the hill, build a gate of snow, sticks without sharp ends or spruce branches. They do not have to be in the center of the descent, because the task is just to slide down and get into the gate. You can ride on anything: on a snow scooter, ordinary sleds, tubing or just on an ice rink.

9. “Battlefield”

For this game, you also need to split into teams: “shooters” and “targets”. "Targets" are divided into two lines and stand 15 steps opposite each other. The “arrows” do the same, standing in two lines perpendicular to the “arrows”. The resulting square is the battlefield.

On a signal, one of the "targets" group runs to his teammates from the opposite side. His task is to dodge snowballs, and the goal of the “shooters” is to hit the runner on the spot in order to knock him out of the game. As soon as one of the "targets" ran to another line or dropped out of the game, the next one starts moving from the opposite side. After several rounds, the teams change places.

10. "Snowball tag"

For this fun, you need to designate a large square, which will become a playground. All players are on it, except for two drivers. It is impossible to run outside the square, otherwise the offender will join the drivers. They must hit the rest of the players with snowballs: in this way, the drivers knock other participants out of the game. You can add a rule that the dropouts also throw snowballs. Those two, in which they could not get into, become the new drivers.

11. Winter football

If you miss summer and its entertainment, arrange winter football! Mark the goal in the snow, split into two teams and simplify the rules a bit, because playing in the snow is not only more fun, but also more difficult. For example, you can cancel goalkeepers and not penalize random handball.

12. Sled racing

You can arrange real races on sleds if you divide into crews: one person is carrying, the other is driving. You can come up with a difficult route or just compete on a straight line. It is best if parents or older children are carrying.

In another version of the race, you can remove the drivers so that the “riders” ride on their own with the help of their legs. To do this, it is better to find a flat area and mark the start and finish lines on it. For more fun and excitement, participants can sit on the sled in pairs.

Another variation of sled racing can be the relay race. In this case, it is also desirable to choose a flat area with marked start and turn lines. To do this, you need to break into teams with an even number of participants in order to make several pairs of them. The first crews get on the line, start at the signal, reach the opposite side of the site, turn around and come back. Then the next pair goes. The team, all the “crews” of which complete the relay faster, wins.

To add to the fun, you can come up with additional conditions. For example, leave one sled for each team so that the “crews” change every time. Or arrange a relay race in which each participant must pass his stage himself, sitting on a sled and pushing off with his feet.

13. "Who is stronger"

You can also arrange an analogue of tug of war on the sled. To do this, two participants sit on the same sled with their backs to each other and with the help of their legs try to leave each in their own direction. Also, one participant may try to leave, and the second must slow him down.

There is a third version of this fun: participants on two sleds are placed opposite each other. Each holds a rope from the opponent's sled. On a signal, they should try to pull each other to their side.

Unfortunately, not all regions of our country have enough snow in winter for the activities described above. Therefore, we offer several options for a situation where there is little or no snow at all.

14. "Two Santa Clauses"

For this game, with the help of a rhyme, you need to choose two drivers - Santa Clauses. After that, mark two lines at a distance of 15-20 steps. On one of them stand the rest of the participants.

To add a New Year's mood (especially if children are playing), Frost can say: “I am Red Nose Frost!”, “And I am Blue Nose Frost!” Then they give a start to the beginning of the game: “Well, which of you will decide to go on a path?” The players answer: “We are not afraid of threats, and we are not afraid of frost!”. And the Frosts command: "One, two, three - run!"

After that, the players run to the opposite line, and the Frosts must touch the participants so that they stop on the spot - “freeze”. When all the players, except for the “frozen”, reach the goal, the drivers give the command for the next start. During each subsequent race, participants can “unfreeze” less fortunate teammates with a touch.

Another version of this game involves dividing the participants into two teams and standing facing each other so that there are 15–20 steps between groups. Frost is chosen from each team. On a signal, one player runs out from both sides. Their task is to run to the opposite team. Frosts, on the other hand, try to hit the members of the other team with snowballs in order to “freeze” them. "Frozen" should freeze in place. As soon as the player reaches the opposite side or is “frozen”, the next one starts moving.

15. “North wind, south wind”

For this game, participants choose two drivers. One becomes the North wind and the other becomes the South. The rest of the players run around the court. The north wind catches the contestants and "freezes" them to make the contestants stop. And the South wind “thaws”, touching them with his hand and saying loudly: “Free”. Moreover, the South wind can also be “frozen”.

It is best if the game takes place on a limited area, and the South Wind could not be frozen permanently - for example, only for the time in which he counts out loud to 30.

16. Twelve Sticks

To play Twelve Sticks, you will need a wooden board set on a stone or block so that one part of it is up and the other is on the ground or snow. It turns out a kind of "swing". On the half of the board that lies on the ground, put 12 small sticks. The first driver is also selected.

The game begins when one of the players, having stepped sharply on the top edge of the board, scatters the sticks. After that, the driver must collect them, and the rest are hiding at this time. The task of the driver is to find them. Having learned where one of the participants is hiding, the driver must loudly shout his name, and also indicate the place where he took refuge. If the driver named everything correctly, the one found should go out.

While the driver is searching, one of the participants can imperceptibly run up to the board and, shouting “Twelve sticks are flying!”, scatter the sticks again. While the driver collects them, all the detected players can again hide, and they will have to be searched again.

17. “Winter has come”

The participants in this game choose a driver, and then everyone except him scatter around a specially agreed space - for example, along a part of the yard - and hide behind any shelters: behind a tree, a pillar, on a playground, and so on .

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