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Ring Toss Run

Clear ring targets in order before the other side catches up.

Set 3 ring targets at different distances. Clear near, middle, and far in order before anyone else. A miss on the far target sends the player back to middle. Format: Round robin.

  • BoardYard Games
  • CategoryLadder + Ring Toss
  • Best forBackyard groups with ring toss gear.
  • Players2-8
Ring Toss Run activity preview - Set 3 ring targets at different distances. Clear near, middle, and far in order before anyone else.
Play idea from Yard Games Board.
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Quick start.

“Clear ring targets in order before the other side catches up. Place targets in a visible order and mark the throw line. Players throw rings and advance only when they hit the current target. Each cleared target scores 1 ladder step.”

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How to play Ring Toss Run

Step 1

Players throw rings and advance only when they hit the current target.

Step 2

After each result, record it and rotate to the next player or team.

Step 3

Continue equal turns until the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Each cleared target scores 1 ladder step.

Example: A player hits target two, advances to target three, and stays there after a miss.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Skipping targets creates confusion. Announce the current target before each throw.

Safety: Keep spectators behind the throw line.

Best for

Who it fits

Backyard groups with ring toss gear.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Yard Games
Category Ladder + Ring Toss
Best for Backyard groups with ring toss gear.
Players 2-8
Time 10-20 min
Gear Ring toss set
Space Yard, patio, or tailgate space
Energy Medium
Setup Place targets in a visible order and mark the throw line.
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Variations to try

  • Short mode: lower the target score or timer for Ring Toss Run.
  • Pressure mode: make the final turn or final hand worth 2 points if the group wants a comeback.
  • Call the Peg
  • Off-Hand Toss
  • Backstep Bonus
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We're playing Ring Toss Run from Studboards. Clear ring targets in order before the other side catches up. Fits: Players: 2-8 | Time: 10-20 min | Gear: Ring toss set Safety: Keep spectators behind the throw line. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/yard-games/yard-games-ring-toss-run.html