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One of the most popular games among the folks of North America is the corn toss game. It was originally played by the farmers in their farmlands but now the game has become a popular way for entertainment. There are tournaments organized for corntoss under the guidance of ACA, which is the association formed to regulate corntoss. Over period of time this game has been modified and adapted to be played in a more confined area. It provides exercise and improves the motor skills. Playing this game is in any way better than watching TV or playing board games where you sit in one place without any movement of the body.

The obese population in North America is ever increasing. Thanks to their lifestyle and eating patterns they have very little exercise and hence keep gaining weight. For these people corntoss game may be a good option as this game is quite popular in North America. When you indulge in the game not only will you have physical exercise but will also avoid unnecessary food which otherwise subconsciously you have during watching TV.

Though toss games cannot count up for a regular professional workout yet it can give you some dose of exercise which the board games do not offer. Recently the all weather corntoss game sets have been developed which makes it even easier for the lovers of this game to play it without any inhibition. The game sets are modified in such a way that this game can be played indoors if you have enough space. The outdoor mode of the game is more fun anytime as you can enjoy nature and its beauties also.

The all weather corntoss game sets have many advantages over the conventional corntoss game sets. As in all weather corntoss game the pitching bags are filled with plastic pellets hence there is no chance of the bag getting damaged by getting soaked or the board getting wet during rains or due to exposure to water vapour. In the new sets the boards are generally made of plastic and can be made in a smaller size according to the space available.

Regular corntoss bags are made of duck canvas and have feed corn of a definite quantity in them. Because of the make and the content of the bag these bags have to be protected from weather elements such as rain, dew and snow. Feed corn is prone to mildew where if the corn is exposed to dew it soaks the moisture and rots, thereafter turning to dust. If such a thing happens then the corn has to be immediately removed from the bag and after drying must be put back and stitched again. The all weather corntoss bags on the other hand are made of waterproof cloth and hence there is no risk of getting soggy. Moreover, the feed corn is replaced by plastic pellets which in itself is water proof.

The corn toss game is good for people of any age group. The only criteria are that the players have to follow some simple set of rules and you are eligible to play the game. There are two boards which are placed 33’ or 10m apart. The boards are of two types:

· Regulation boards- These are the ACA approved boards and measures 4’ x 2’ or 1.2m x 0.6m. This measurement is mostly followed by the all-weather boards.

· Tailgating boards- These boards are tailor made to suit different needs and purposes. They do not follow the ACA measurement policy and are smaller than the standard size. These boards usually measure 3’ x 2’ or 0.9m x 0.6m.

The rules of the corntoss game is such that there is a pitching area from where the player has to throw the corntoss bag into the hole. The pitching area is opposite to the placement of the board. The player is allowed to throw four bags in total. The scoring pattern is for every bag that falls in the hole the score is three points. For every bag that does not fall into the hole but on the board the score is one point. The final scoring point of the game is 21 points and the player or the team that reaches 21 points is announced the winner.

The scoring system is such that if the bag falls in the hole, the team or the individual scores three points no matter how the bag falls in the hole. Usually, two set of bags in distinct colors are used in the game. Each color represents an individual or a team. The bag can directly be tossed in the hole; it can slide in the hole or even pushed into the hole by another bag thrown by the opposing team. It is great fun to play corntoss and if you get a chance to play the game go for it.

Dave Threadcraft recommends outdoor games like the washers game and the bean bag toss game. He enjoys playing them and would like other to experience fun and enjoyment as well. Check out his website to learn more of these outdoor games.