IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD WHEN EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Are you renting a small cabin in the woods? Or perhaps you set up camp at one of our premier destinations – tucked away down dirt roads and off the beaten path. We recognize that holidaymaking might feel a bit different this summer. What our small Township has to offer unapologetically, is an abundance of space for physical distancing. It is in our nature to gather, to tell stories, and to enjoy a good belly laugh around a campfire, as the sun sets on another fun filled day, here on the eastern shores of Lake of the Woods. So, with that in mind – we wanted to explore the wonders of the backyard. What games can a small family or group of friends play? What activities can bring us together, while still staying a safe distance apart, not socially but physically? How can we build memories to last a lifetime during COVID-19? We have curated a small list of indoor and outdoor activities that will bring out the kids in all of us. We have carefully considered the simplicity of the game and the idea that you cannot pack everything from
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home, while on holidays. And, we are aware that most people are on a budget, so this list does not come with sticker shock. Here is a small sampling and we trust you will enjoy the experience…
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Kick the Can Read a Book Play a Board Game Hopscotch Go Find It – Nature’s Scavenger Hunt Tic-Tac-Toe Go Fish, the card game Go Fishing Take a walk in the woods Make a campfire Cook some smokies and make s’mores
