San Diego Lawn Bowling Club

Every time I do my walks in Balboa Park, I usually pass by the Lawn Bowling Club members getting a game on at the field past the Cabrillo Bridge. It’s kinda funny to see men in business attire playing — but also heartwarming to see that just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean you can’t go out and play.
The field itself is pretty clean, and I’m surprised that on any given weekday, there’s people playing a game of lawn bowling there. I haven’t had a chance to check the club out on the weekends when they’re more active — but if I’m over there at that time, I’d like them to teach me how to play!

Holy balls Batman, lawn bowling is so fun! I want to come back here again. The guys who work there are very friendly and will teach you the game, show you how to score, and cheer you on. The balls («bowls» technically) are not entirely round — one side is more narrow than the other, so when you roll the bowl, it will curve to one side at the end of its trajectory. So the point of the game is not only to roll the thing with enough force to reach the white ball (the jack) but also to aim to one side because it will curve around to touch it. Might not be explaining this so well. I came with a large group on a Saturday afternoon — the people working there are very friendly, and more than happy to set you up for a game and teach you to play. Go & have fun!