Ideas for Summer Fun

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Ideas for Summer Fun If You Don’t Want to Travel Far This Year

If you and your family are not finding the idea of traveling long distances for a summer vacation very appealing, that’s totally understandable. With the virus still causing problems in many parts of the world, it still feels safer to stay home for now. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have a summer of fun with your family this year.

We’re going to discuss all of the fun summer ideas you and your family can enjoy, even if you’re staying at home this year. It’s worth considering some of these ideas because no one wants their summer to feel like a complete write off, and it doesn’t need to be.

So if you’re looking for ideas and want to make the most of the summer months, here are the ideas you should make the most of. Read on now to find out more.

Create an Obstacle Course in the Garden

Your kids need to be kept occupied during the summer, and one of the best ways to do that is to create an obstacle course for them to use in the garden. It doesn’t need to be particularly testing, but it should be fun. You can use inflatables and all sorts of things to make it more enjoyable. It can be a great form of exercise for all the family, and it should be a lot of fun as well. That’s what’s most important.

Go Camping or Camp Out in the Garden

If you would really like to travel somewhere but you don’t want to travel far because of Covid-19 concerns, you could always consider a camping trip instead. After all, doing this allows you to get away from home with the family for a little while, but doesn’t necessitate being around others in a city, resort or hotel of any kind. You can go camping and be further away from other people than you would be if you stayed at home, so there’s no risk associated with camping. But if you do want to stay at home, camping out in the garden with the family can be a good option as well.

Build a Bonfire

When it comes to finding things to do in the evening during the summer months, one of the things you can try is building a bonfire for your family to sit around as it gets dark. You can toast marshmallows, tell stories and enjoy the flickering flames together. It’s something you can do when you’re camping or if you simply want to enjoy a summer evening together outdoors. As long as you’re careful to do it safely, it’ll be the source of a great family evening.

New Equipment

If you are wanting to expose your kids to endless hours of summer fun out in the garden then try getting some new equipment. Children love receiving new things and they will really enjoy getting some play things for the garden. Depending on the age of your children, you could get then a trampoline, a sand pit, or even a paddling pool. If you have a little girl or boy that loves using their imagination to create stories and adventures, then how about investing in a playhouse. You can get some cool playhouse diy kits to create your own playhouse, you could also ask your child which style and design they would like. 

Host an Outdoor Movie Night

Another thing you can do outdoors after dark is host a family movie night. Watching a movie together in the living room is all well and good. But when the evenings are warm during summer, it’s nice to do things a little differently. All you need is an old bed sheet and a projector, and you can create an outdoor movie night for the whole family to enjoy. It’s a truly special way to enjoy a movie together, so give it a try.

Set Up a Water Slide in the Garden

If you’re looking for a way to make things more fun for the kids in your garden, one of the best ways of doing that is by setting up a water slide in the garden. When it’s warm during the summer months, playing around with water is always a good idea. It’s fun and cooling at the same time. And sliding across the garden on a water slide is certainly a whole of fun. You can buy these water slides pretty cheaply, so give them a try and see how they go down with your family.

Create a Scavenger Hunt for the Kids

Another idea you can try when you’re looking to keep your kids entertained during summer is creating a scavenger hunt for them to complete. You can hide prizes around the home and garden, and then challenge them to find those prizes by finding the answers to clues. It’s a fun way to keep their brains occupied while also giving them some treats along the way. It should at least keep them busy for a day while you do other things, and that alone can be a blessing.

Transport Yourself Virtually Via Gaming Technology

One great way to transport yourself and the rest of your family to somewhere completely different, even when you’re stuck at home, is to play video games. If you want to travel to another planet, you can try No Man’s Sky. And when you want to become a racing driver, you can play Madalin Stunt Cars. These days, video games are more immersive than ever. And the most immersive of them of all can be experienced with the use of the latest virtual reality gaming systems. Give them a try with the whole family if you never have before.

Try Tie-Dying

Tie-dying can be a lot of fun if you want to try something creative and inventive with your kids. They’ll have the chance to get involved in an art activity that results in something they can be proud of afterwards. They’ll then have a summer-appropriate t-shirt that they can wear for the rest of the season if they want to. The results of tie-dying can be genuinely impressive and surprising when it’s something that you’ve never done before, so give it a try and see how it goes.

Head Out for a Bike Ride

Summer’s about enjoying the great outdoors, and one of the best ways of doing that in an active way with the whole family is by heading out on a bike ride. You can enjoy forests, hills, mountains or whatever kind of landscape you want to explore when you head out on a bike. It’s often more fun for kids than walking or hiking, but offers just as much exercise. That’s important if you’re worried about your kids staying home and sitting on the sofa too much.

Play Some Outdoor Tabletop Games

Playing games outdoors is a great way to pass an afternoon during summer. If you have a table, why not convert it into a ping pong table or something like that? If you have a table, balls and whatever else you have lying around, there are all kinds of games you can create and play together with your family in the garden. It brings an element of competition and fun to what might otherwise be a pretty boring day.

Get Creative and Decorate the Garden

Maybe your garden is still looking a little tired and disused if you haven’t been out there since much last summer. If that’s the case, why not get creative with the family and create a design and style for the garden that makes it feel more like summer. Decorate it with fairy lights for the evening, and bring some color to the space. There are so many ways to do this, and you can take on the challenge as a family and have fun with it.

Enjoy New Options, Such as Virtual Gallery Tours

With the ongoing Covid-19 situation, many institutions have started offering virtual viewing options. If you can’t go to a nearby art gallery or would rather stay in the safety of your home, why not make the most of these new options? Virtual gallery tours and online museum exhibitions provide you with ways to enjoy educational and interesting activities with your kids while staying at home this summer. It’s a good option if you’re trying to stay safe and away from other people.

Help Your Kids Create a Summer Journal or Scrapbook

If you want to encourage your kids to do something creative and fun, you could help them start a journal or scrapbook that allows them to chronicle their experience throughout summer. Not only will it be fun and encourage them to process their experiences each day, but it’ll also allow them to practice their writing skills while they’re away from school. That’s something that could turn out to be very beneficial for them in the long-term.

Take a Picnic

Taking a picnic is a great way to have fun outdoors while doing it in a socially distanced way. You can stay away from others and not have to engage with other families. Instead, find a quiet spot, enjoy nature, the sun and each other’s company as you share great food and drink. It’s a typical summer experience and there’s no reason why you should let this year’s challenges stop you from enjoying it.

As you can see, there are no shortage of ideas for you to try out with your family this summer. You don’t have to go far from home in order to have an enjoyable summer. And you’ll also have the peace of mind that comes with knowing it’s a safe summer too!