Yard game obstacle system

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2006-10-17

2006-10-17

Graham, Mark S (Department: 3711)

Games using tangible projectile

Croquet; game element or accessory therefor

C473S156000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07121963

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the invention are directed to obstacles for used in yard games, a set of obstacles, and a method of playing games using the obstacles. Example obstacles include a ramp, a helical loop, a banked curve, and an inclined pipe. Although preferably these obstacles are used in croquet, some or all of them can be used in other yard games, such as yard bowling (bocce), rolling hoops, etc., or variations thereof.

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