Camping in the wilderness is a great opportunity to unplug from the noise of social media and technology. Thus, the perfect time to unearth your well-loved card games and play with your family and peers. Check out these cult-favorite card games that will surely ace your next camping trip.
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Candyman
One card game perfect for a big group is the Candyman. Players receive their secret roles based on the card they will draw. The ace is the Candyman, while the king is the cop. Those who will get the number cards will be the buyers. The goal of the Candyman is to wink at all buyers without the knowledge of the cop. Now, the cop must catch the Candyman to end the round. Players must succeed in playing their roles to get the point.
Cheat
A card game that can test how well you know your friends is Cheat. With 3 players or more, a deck of cards without a joker is all that you need. As a game of deception, you must bluff your way out until you run out of cards to win the game. Some argue that this teaches children to lie, but it is more than that. Kids can actually practice their observation skills of the behaviors of both honest people and liars. Indeed, a very important life skill.
Crazy Eights
Another fun way to play your standard card deck is with Crazy Eights. This fast-paced game is very popular among all ages with its basic rules and gameplay. The ultimate goal is for you to get rid of all your cards.
Despite its simplicity, it is as entertaining in comparison to those with complicated rules. Knowing the right time to play your eights and being mindful of your cards on hand will help you emerge as the winner.
Exploding Kittens
This modern trendy card game is all about strategy. With the theme revolving around explosives and, of course, kittens, it may only be suitable for older children and adults. Here, you must be the last man standing in order to win. It’s quite similar to the concept of the classic Russian Roulette. To do this, you must avoid drawing any Exploding Kitten cards. If you do, defuse card can save you. It is certainly thrilling, comical, and addicting for sure.
Old Maid
This matching card game is a trip down memory lane for most people. At the start of the game, you need to take out any queen of your choosing. As you pair the cards each round, one queen will be left alone and becomes the Old Maid.
All the players will win except for the one holding the unpaired queen. You must do everything in your power to get rid of it to pair up all your cards.
Uno
The most classic family card game, Uno, is a staple in any camping trip. It is one of the most recognizable games. You must play everything that’s in your hand in each round as per uno rules. Your score will come from the remaining cards in the hands of your opponents. The first to get 500 points wins. Being a game of strategy, you must observe the cards in play, most especially the critical action cards. Keep in mind that these can alter the course of a game anytime. So make sure you play your cards right.
Have Fun In The Wilderness
Regardless of your preferred card game, your main purpose is to let loose and have fun. Doing a camping trip is not only good for your own well-being. It can form a strong bond between you and your camping buddies as well. So keep a deck of cards on standby. Always remember, “We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand”.
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