Unleash Your Inner Viking: Introducing  Axe Throwing to Your Next Event!

Calling all lawn game enthusiasts in Los Angeles, Ventura County, and Southern California! We're thrilled to announce the arrival of our newest addition – a custom-designed, all-ages axe throwing experience! That's right, you can ditch the beanbags (or play some cornhole on a beautiful weekend afternoon as well!) and embrace the thrill of the axe with our safe and engaging axe throwing lawn game experience for any sunny Los Angeles party or event. Designed with fun and inclusivity in mind, this game is perfect for any occasion: backyard barbecues, team-building events, birthday parties – you name it!

The most epic axe-ellent addition to your lawn game rental experience:

Axe-throwing is trending in the United States and in Southern California. If you were already planning on renting lawn games for a Ventura Country birthday party or a Los Angeles event, then consider this a done deal! Add some axe throwing to your cornhole, jenga and lawn game rental experience to make it the most unique and fun experience for you and your guests. Worried about space or safety? Axe throwing and our other lawn games are completely safe. Our lawn game rental options, including axe throwing, require minimal space. When you rent lawn games from The Rustic Vibe Lawn Game Rentals, we will curate the design and layout of the games to best fit the needs of your space. As you can see, we custom built our axe throwing game with aesthetic, fun, and safety in mind. See the pictures below. Keep reading to learn more about how axe throwing will greatly improve the overall lawn game rental experience AND a little bit of history of axe throwing and its rise in popularity!

From Lumberjacks to Leisure: 

A History of  Axe Throwing in Southern California

There's a primal satisfaction in the satisfying thunk of an axe burying itself into a target. This isn't just a scene from a historical reenactment; it's a growing trend in Southern California – the resurgence of axe throwing as a social activity. But axe throwing's history goes far beyond backyard barbecues and trendy venues. It's a story that stretches back centuries, with roots in human ingenuity and the thrill of competition.

From Tools to Tournaments:

While the exact origin is debated, axe throwing has a long and rich history. Some trace it back to the Celts, who used axes for both combat and recreational purposes. Vikings are another group known for their axe-throwing prowess, using them for training and even entertainment at religious ceremonies. Fast forward to colonial North America, where frontiersmen and lumberjacks relied on axes for survival. Axe throwing competitions naturally emerged at logging camps, a way to test skill and settle bragging rights. The 1940s saw the rise of "logger sports," featuring axe throwing as a key event. These events eventually morphed into the modern Stihl Timbersports competitions of the 1980s, keeping the tradition alive on a professional stage. 

The Modern  Axe-perience:

The story takes a surprising turn in the 2000s. According to some accounts, the credit for sparking the modern axe-throwing craze goes to a group of friends in Canada who started casually throwing axes during a rainy cabin trip. This simple act of backyard fun quickly gained traction, with dedicated throwing lanes and venues popping up across North America. The West Coast embraced the trend with open arms. Los Angeles and other Southern California cities saw a surge in axe-throwing venues in the late 2010s, amongst other lawn game rental options and experiences. The appeal is multifaceted. There's the undeniable "cool factor" of wielding an axe, the stress-relieving nature of the throw, and the opportunity to connect with a more primal side. Plus, it's a fantastic social activity, perfect for birthday parties, team-building exercises, or just a fun night out with friends. 

Safety First, Fun Always:

It's important to note that safety is paramount, which why The Rustic Vibe Lawn Game Rentals prioritized safety and fun when developing our unique take on axe throwing for our lawn game rental services in Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, and other surrounding areas of Southern California. The axes themselves are plastic and padded, and the target contains hundreds of plastic bristles that allow for the axes to stick upon impact, even more rewarding than typical axe throwing, which makes our lawn game rental experience fun for all ages. So, the next time you're looking for a new and exciting activity in Los Angeles or Thousand Oaks, consider giving axe throwing a try, along with our other collection of games, such as cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4, and many more lawn games to choose from! It's a chance to connect with a historical pastime, challenge yourself physically, and bond with friends in a unique and exhilarating way. From ancient warriors to modern-day Angelenos, the satisfying thud of the axe seems to have a timeless appeal.