The Cornhole Game

Cornhole games can be divided into two categories, the leisurely cornhole game and the competitive sport of cornhole. Which form of cornhole you prefer to play remains a matter of personal preference. That being said this article is intended for those interested in the non-competitive version of the cornhole game.

This is an easy one, just about anyone. If you are physically able to toss a 1lb bag thirty feet then you are able to play. It is that simple.

Cornhole is a good source of light activity for people in their golden years. It can be a great stimulus for children developing hand-eye coordination. It may serve as a method of keeping teenagers busy and hopefully out of trouble. It may give adults in leagues an opportunity to socialize with their friends. It can serve as a method of entertainment for sports enthusiasts before the big game. It gives young college students and excuse to drink

That's the beauty of the cornhole game, it can be played just about anywhere. Most cornhole sets will fold up so that they can be carried just about anywhere. Take it to your family reunion, holiday cookouts, parties, beaches, camping, tailgating and just anywhere you can imagine. So you can take cornhole anywhere you want to have fun.

Why you play the cornhole game is a personal matter. Whether to pass time while at a sporting event. To give you an excuse to socialize with your friends. To be used as a drinking game while in college. What ever the reason the common denominator is to have fun.

 When compared to similiar outdoor games, the cornholegame is by far one of the safest.  Horseshoes are fun but I would not want to get hit by a horseshoe that is careening out of control.  Mix horseshoes with drinking and you have a recipe for disaster.  Another similiar outdoor game from a few years back is Jarts. Not very safe throwing heavy one foot long darts at someone elses feet.  So in comparison the cornhole game is safe. 

Well for the most part anything that is comfortable and suited for the outdoors is great for playing cornhole. So what should you not wear? Since most cornhole is played in the warmer months i would suggest not wearing a snowsuit and mittens. Seriously though, high heels may be out for you girls and guys should probably avoid speedos, unless you are trying to gain a competitive edge by distracting your opponents.

There are many places where you can get cornhole game equipment. There may be local manufacturers or you may be able to find some at your local sporting stores. If you desire to enter sanctioned cornhole tournaments in the future you may want to get equipment that is sanctioned by either the American Cornhole Association or the American Cornhole Organization.

If you are looking to purchase cornhole game equipment online then you may want to check out Amazon. They have a wide array of equipment for the cornhole game. From sanctioned equipment to your favorite sports teams and much more. They also have cornhole accessories.