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Both adults and children look forward to summer all winter long. Warm temperatures and long daylight hours mean it’s time to get outside and have fun. There are many activities your whole family can enjoy during summer, and here are a few ideas to get you started.
Schedule a Beach Day
One of the quintessential summer activities is a beach day. Pack your sunscreen, towels, and beach toys, and head to the nearest coastline or lake. Enjoy building sandcastles, playing beach volleyball, starting an impromptu scavenger hunt, or simply lounging by the water while enjoying a picnic or reading a book.
Of course, don’t forget to take a swim and explore the sights before wrapping up for the day and heading back home.
Take a Hike
Another fun summer outdoor activity that many people love is going for a family hike, or a nature walk. Most places have nearby trails suitable for all ages and difficulty levels.
Family hiking has many benefits, including improving physical and mental health, strengthening family bonds, and creating educational opportunities for the kids to learn about nature and the environment.
During your hike, get the kids to photograph interesting plants, animals, natural structures, and sights, so they can learn more about them when they get home and share them with their grandparents and friends. Hiking is an excellent way to get your children more interested in the world around them.
Outdoor Movie Night
Turn your backyard into a magical outdoor cinema for an enchanting movie night under the stars. Set up a large screen, hang a white sheet, and project your favorite family films. Maybe build a fire in your fire pit and roast hot dogs and marshmallows, and let the kids wear their pajamas, just in case they fall asleep during the movie. And make sure to keep plenty of bug repellent on hand!
If you’re feeling adventurous, you could all plan to sleep outside in tents and sleeping bags for a real camping experience that’s not too far from the comforts of home.
Go Camping
Speaking of a camping adventure, why not ditch the backyard for the real thing? There are many parks that have family-friendly campgrounds where you can pitch your tents, roast marshmallows, and hotdogs over a roaring campfire, and have fun under the stars.
You could combine camping with other activities like a beach day or hiking to make a whole day of outdoor fun. Camping is a great way to ditch your gadgets and make some long-lasting family memories.
Start a Family Garden
There are few things more exciting than planting something, nurturing it, and watching it grow. Starting a family garden is an excellent opportunity for your kids to learn about the importance of growing food and caring for the environment. It also can teach them patience and responsibility as they tend to the plants over weeks or months. And starting a vegetable garden is a good way to get children excited about eating their veggies!
This summer, make the most of the warm weather and long daylight hours and create memories the entire family will cherish. Embrace the great outdoors and embark on unforgettable adventures!
Enroll in Our Summer Camp
Kids R’ Kids at Avalon Park has a jam-packed summer for junior and senior campers. This year’s summer camp showcases unique weekly themes, and we have a variety of high-flying, mind-expanding, hands-on activities your kiddos will love. Space is limited, and spots are filling up fast! Contact us at 407–306–9035 or fill out our online form for more information.