Episode 9: Have Deck, Will Travel: Games on the Go

This week, Chris and Laura talk about games that work well on the go. Whether you're spending your summer at the pool, on the beach, or camping in the mountains, we have suggestions for ways to keep cabin fever at bay. 

 

Recommended  Games:

 

Magic: the Gathering - If you've never played before, starter decks and the most recent rules are easily acquired. If you played 20 years ago, and aren't interested in tournament play, Ebay is your friend and you can easily acquire large numbers of older cards from whatever era you preferred to play in. 

Pente - With a roll up board, Pente needs very little storage space and has simple rules that can be taught quickly.

Scopa - You're looking for a standard, 40-card deck like this one. You can find rules for Scopa and other traditional Italian card games here, or buy a book to refer to. Also, here's an free app to play the game on your phone (a good way to learn the basics of the game.) 

 

Suggested Resources for Learning Games:

 

Games to Play at the Pool - Can't remember the rules to Sharks and Minnows? No problem. This article reviews several popular pool games which you can teach your kids in a few minutes. 

Card Games -  This is one of the most comprehensive collections of card game rules I have found. A standard poker deck is the beginning point for most of these, easily found at any drugstore or grocery. Rummy, War, Twenty-one, Go Fish, and Old Maid are all excellent games to start with.

 

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Intro and Outro Music:

"Crunk Knight" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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