When the weather gets better, it’s time to go outside. I used to rough it but after more difficult nights than I care to talk about and settling down to start a family, I much prefer to do things the right way so I can enjoy the great outdoors without having to sleep on the cold, hard ground.
Spending time outdoors means different things to different people and my family loves it no matter how it’s defined. We may take a tent into the woods for a camping trip. Other times we grab the bikes and hit some trails. And when the sun is really hurting, we run for the nearest lake, beach, or pool. But no matter what we choose, I know the importance of having the right tools and supplies. From hunting supplies to lighters and lamps to see in the dark, to the right summer toys to pass the time, this list has got everything you need. Take the fun outdoors with these Amazon items.
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Grab These Paddles and Learn Pickleball
Pickleball is taking outdoor sports by storm! I picked up this paddle set and hit the courts for instant fun. It was surprising how quickly I got the hang of it. Grab this pickleball paddle set and you’ll be back at it every weekend.
Every Picnic Table Can Be a Ping Pong Table
Thanks to this ping pong set, any table is now a ping pong table. The set includes paddles, balls, and a retractable net. All I have to do is extend the net across the center and it’s time to serve.
Shoot Hoops Into the Night with This Basketball
It’s easy to lose track of time playing ball. Before long, the sun sets and I keep playing because the weather is warm and I’m on fire. Grab this glow-in-the-dark ball and you won’t have to call it a day.
This Ring Toss Game is Fun for All Campers
I try to always make time for outdoor games. This ring toss game gives me hours of fun challenging my friends and my kids. And my kids will tell you I don’t go easy on them.
Play a Different Kind of Horseshoes
Don’t risk getting hit in the head with a horseshoe. I only needed to feel that pain once to learn my lesson forever. Now I play Polish horseshoes instead. Not only does it not involve metal weapons being tossed around, but you get to throw a frisbee around and knock down bottles!
A String and a Hook Can Be So Much Fun
Tiki Toss is a simple game made better with friends and drinks. Take a swing, take a drink. We have loads of fun with one of these and don’t even realize the whole day wasting away.
Score with This Net
Nets and warm weather go hand in hand. This portable net can be adjusted and used for lots of fun in the sun. I can adjust this one net to play tennis, badminton, or volleyball.
Let the Kids Spend Hours in This Ball Pit
I miss the innocent days of jumping into a ball pit, unsure about how deep it went and wondering if I would ever come out. Now that I’m a parent, it’s time to repay the favor and throw my own kids into the ball pit
Sunny Days Are Made to Bowl Outside
I grew up bowling in dark, dingy bowling alleys and bowled my share of turkeys. The truth is bowling is better outdoors once things begin to warm. Grab this oversized set of a ball and pins and go nuts on the sand.
Play Ball Under Water with This Watermelon Ball
When I think of fun in the sun, I think of watermelons. There is no better summertime fruit. This ball combines all the best things about summer: watermelons, water, and playing ball. Take this watermelon ball in the pool and watch it turn up the fun.
How Low Can You Limbo?
It’s been said I push the bar down. If we’re talking about limbo, then I completely agree. Grab this limbo game and teach your kids the sacred dance that is limbo. You may need to limber up a bit before teaching by example.
Explore Life Under the Sea with This Snorkel Set
I like a pool as much as the next person but the real fun is in the ocean. Grab this snorkel and explore the life that lives just underneath the waves.
Play Disc Golf Into the Night with These Basket Lights
Disc golf is the perfect game for any spring afternoon, but when the sun goes down, game time is over. Add these lights to any disc golf basket and play well into the night. I had so much fun I forgot the next day was Monday.
Take a Nature Walk with This Pack
I’m lucky enough to live near some hiking trails that don’t require a long trip. I wake up early and stuff this daypack with water, trail mix, and jerky. Then I hit the trail and still get back for lunch. If you have a similar situation, grab this daypack and take advantage of living so close to nature.
Bounce on This Trampoline Until the Sun Sets
My kids started out slow holding on to this trampoline’s built-in handle, but before long, they were bouncing with carefree joy. I love how the simplicity of a trampoline has reminded us that fun outdoors is just about feeling like you are floating in the air without a thing to worry about.
Have Fun in the Yard with This Set
We sometimes assume that fun in the yard just means grilling some burgers and dogs and washing them down with cold drinks. This set of yard games is a reminder of just how much more fun you can have when everyone in your yard has things to do.
Spot New Species with These Binoculars
My kids thought bird-watching was a bore until we went on a hike with these binoculars. Now they beg me to take them out so they can find new types of birds. Get yourself a pair and see what I mean.
Drop This Anchor and Enjoy the Day
Taking my paddleboard onto the lake was cool until I wanted to stop and rest. I was at the mercy of the wind and current and could end up where I didn’t plan. I grabbed this anchor and now I can row to any spot, drop the anchor and just relax.
Spot Your Dinner with This Scope
There’s nothing like getting outdoors and finding your own meals. This scope gives you the sight you need to improve your chances when you’re out in the wild. Not into hunting for food? It’s still great for spotting animals hiding in plain sight.
Stay Warm and Get a Show with These Fire Packets
The only thing that can make a campfire better is a campfire with flames that change colors. These fire packs make you see colors in the fire without even altering your state of mind. Between the stars in the sky and the colors in the fire, it will be a night to remember.
Take This Swing as High as You Want
Outdoor fun means different things to different people. Outdoor fun can be as simple as installing this swing in our backyard. Now the kids come home from school looking forward to spending some time in the backyard.
Set Up Camp with This Tent
Do you enjoy pitching a tent when you reach the campsite? I sure don’t. This pop-up tent goes up easily and fits two people. I threw this up quickly and the next day, it folded away into its own carrying case in no time.
Scuba Dive with These Fins
Do you ever have moments when you wish you had flippers like a fish to navigate the ocean? I sure do. While I know I can never be a fish, these swim fins are a close second.
Take a Hike with These Poles
My hikes used to be all legs until I first tried hiking poles. Now I have both assistance as I climb and a full-body workout. These poles stand up to rough, uneven surfaces and even keep me from losing my footing on a treacherous trail.
Make a Tree Swing Everywhere You Go
Video games are great but I make it a point to show my kids the joy of playing outside. Back in the day, all we needed was a tree and we could have hours of fun. This tree swing can do that for your kids.
This Ring Toss Game is Fun for All Campers
I try to always make time for outdoor games. This ring toss game gives me hours of fun challenging my friends and my kids. And my kids will tell you I don’t go easy on them.
Let the Water Entertain Your Kids with This Unicorn Sprinkler
Sometimes we all need to run into sprinklers to brighten up the day. I suppose if you and I did it, it would be weird. Our kids, however, can do it without the worry of ridicule.
Throw the Football Around Into the Night
When I was a kid, my friends and I would spend hours in the street throwing the football around. We’d yell “car!” if we spotted one coming up the block and then we’d keep going until it got dark. If I had this ball then, we would still be playing on that street.
Explore Any Cave with This Headlamp
Exploring everything there is to find in the outdoors requires all my limbs. That’s why I got this headlamp. Now I can see everything while using my hands to grip, climb, and make it through anything.
Spend the Day at the Beach with This Blanket
I used to go to the beach with a blanket and struggle to find something heavy enough for each corner to keep it in place. You don’t need to do that thanks to this beach blanket. Just take the included stakes into the sand and you’re ready for a day at the beach.
Put All the Kids on One Swing
What’s better than a tree swing? This large saucer swing that fits all your kids in it at once is certainly an improvement. Set it up on your next outing and let your kids have it while you relax in the shade of another tree.
Pop the Bubbles with This Blaster
Bubble blasters changed the bubble game forever! What is the use of buying a small bottle of bubbles with the little wand when you can grab this blaster and just enjoy the fun of popping bubbles?
Bike Up the Mountain and Protect Your Bikes with This Tent
Mountain biking is one of the most exhilarating sports out there, but I do worry about my bike when I leave it overnight. Now I can protect it in its own tent. I can get some sleep and then bike down the trail hard in the morning.
Experience Nightlife with These Goggles
A camping vacation during the summer gets us away from the heat of the city and under the shade of beautiful trees. Then at night, we can use these night-vision goggles to see the nocturnal animals moving around. We can even save screenshots when we spot cool animals.
Start a Campfire with This Lighter
You’re not a hiking newbie anymore. Stop trying to light a campfire with a disposable lighter. This electric lighter doesn’t need lighter fuel, lasts way longer than normal lighters, and keeps your fingers away from the fire.
Enjoy Bike Rides More with This Bike Seat
I love riding bikes but I have to admit those seats are brutal. But I don’t have to deal with it anymore, thanks to this padded gel seat. I cruise down the beach in comfort and style now.
Take this Boat on the Lake
On our last family vacation, we stayed in a hotel right next to a lake. That meant every day we walked down and raced our remote control boats. It’s not about who wins or loses but I won every race and the kids can’t wait to try again next year.