Summer is right around the corner, and what better way to enjoy the warm weather than playing some fun games in your backyard? One of my personal favorites is water balloon fights, they not only cool you down but also bring out the child in you. So let’s take a deep dive into everything we need to know about having water balloons in our yard; from how to make your own water balloons, best practices for an epic fight, to cleaning up afterwards.
What You Need To Know About Water Balloons
Water balloons are essentially small rubber balloons filled with water. They’re designed to be easily broken upon impact, making them perfect for playful fights. However, it’s always important to ensure safety while using them. Always aim below the waist and never at someone’s face or eyes.
Choosing The Right Water Balloons
When choosing water balloons, size matters. The bigger the balloon, the more water it can hold which means a bigger splash! But remember that larger balloons are harder to throw accurately and can hurt if thrown too hard. On average, most people prefer medium-sized ones – easy enough to fill and throw while still creating a good splash. Another factor is color. Brightly colored balloons are easier to spot and avoid (or aim!), adding another level of fun.
Filling Up Your Water Balloons
Filling up your water balloons can be done directly from your home’s hose pipe or faucet but this can get quite messy especially if kids are involved! Luckily there are several tools available on market such as nozzles specifically made for filling up water balloons quickly and easily. One tip when filling up: don’t overfill! It may be tempting to fill it till it’s about ready burst but this will likely result in prematurely popped balloon…and wet clothes!
Organizing A Water Balloon Fight In Your Yard
Now that we have our ammunition ready, let’s talk about planning an epic fight in your yard!
Setting Up The Battle Ground
First things first – setting boundaries is crucial for avoiding any unwanted damages or accidents like breaking windows or drenching non-participants. Also consider placing buckets full of pre-filled water balloons around the battlefield so players can rearm quickly during battle.
Rules Of The Game
Before starting any game make sure everyone understands rules clearly – no hitting above neck area , no throwing at people who aren’t playing etc. You could also add some fun elements like capture-the-flag where teams try capturing opponent’s flag without getting hit by their water bombs.
Cleaning Up After A Water Balloon Fight
Once all fun is over comes less exciting part – cleaning up! Broken bits of latex can be harmful for both pets and wildlife if ingested so always ensure all pieces have been picked up immediately after playtime ends. But hey! Why not turn cleaning time into another game? Whoever collects most pieces gets prize!
Conclusion
And there you have it folks – everything you need to know about having awesome time with water balloons in your yard! Remember that ultimate goal here isn’t necessarily winning (though little competition never hurts!) but rather enjoying sunny outdoors with friends & family while staying cool. So go ahead – fill those colorful orbs of joy & let summer games begin!
