A Troll Would Approve

 A little bit of Viking goes a long way!

Some adventures are right in your own backyard, or at least, your in-law's back yard. We have always spent the February break in Medicine Hat. The kids had the week off, due to Family Day and Teacher's Convention. This was our last teacher's convention ever, since my youngest graduated this year. What does one do in Southern Alberta, in February with a 19 year old, a 17 year old, a 12 year old and a 6 month old (and an assortment of adults)?

Six One Six Entertainment in Medicine Hat has virtual reality and axe throwing. The boys were very excited about the VR. I think we had as much fun watching the boys play the VR games as they had playing them. 

Who knew VR was an entertaining spectator sport!
We laughed so much as the boys ducked,
swerved and shot at things that weren't really there!

I was very excited about the axes! Axe throwing is one of the activities I have wanted to try for a long time. It did not disappoint! I was a little concerned that it may be a strain on my shoulder, but it really wasn't. The axes are lightweight, and an attendant gave us some pointers on proper throwing technique. As will all physical activities, proper technique is crucial to preventing injury and repetitive strain. With a group of 7 people, and two "lanes", we decided to do 3 throws each. An over the head throw with both hands keeps the muscle use balanced and made the throw more accurate to boot. (You all know I can't go too long without talking about muscles!)

It was a great family activity for a group. Everyone came, from my Mother in Law to my 6 month old niece. "Pass the baby, throw the axe. Do not confuse the two!" The center had several different scoring games that we could try. We picked one that was a little like Yahtzee. 

Feeling my Inner Viking!

So good to find activities that cousins can share!

Winters are long in Alberta. Whenever you can find an active, indoor, family activity, you have a win! It was loads of fun, and I can't wait to do it again! Six One Six holds axe throwing leagues, and if I lived close enough, you can bet I would try it out! Maybe next time we'll try an escape room (that's also on my Adventure List)!