Most people want to spend more time outside when the weather warms up. Being outdoors when the sun is shining increases vitamin D production in the skin and elevates mood.
Sunny weather provides flexibility, and you enjoy a range of weather-dependent activities when it’s not raining, freezing, or stormy outside. Below, we have listed four fun and exciting to try this summer.
Gardening
No matter how large or small your outdoor space is, you can take advantage of it and create a thriving garden that is full of life. If you have a larger outdoor area, you can use DIY greenhouse kits to grow your own plants and vegetables, promoting a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle.
You don’t need to be a gardening pro to grow and maintain plants successfully. With minimal knowledge and basic equipment, you can easily achieve a biodiverse, aesthetically-pleasing garden that keeps you occupied during the summer months.
You could even get your kids involved with the gardening if you’re a parent and turn it into a family bonding activity.
Wildlife Photography
Wildlife photography could be the perfect summer activity for those of you with a creative eye.
You don’t need to spend thousands on a fancy, high-tech camera to keep great-quality pictures. Nowadays, most smartphones have incredible cameras that you can use to produce stunning and highly-detailed photographs of local wildlife.
Find a national park or wildlife reserve near your home and head out for a few hours to see what you can capture with your camera or smartphone. Remember that wildlife photography requires patience, but it’s worth spending the time to get the perfect shots.
Hiking
Grab your walking boots and get hiking this summer. Hiking is a great way to improve your cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength while gaining the opportunity to explore nature and view breathtaking sights.
Hiking and nature walks allow you to escape the noise of the city and embrace everything that nature has to offer. You can discover new landscapes, breathe in fresh air, and stay active while the weather is hot and sunny.
Make sure to take a water bottle with you when you’re outside hiking for long periods of time to minimize the risk of dehydration.
Picnics
If you want a relaxing afternoon in the sun, picnics are the perfect way to get outdoors without strenuous physical movement. You can spend time socializing with your friends and family over delicious snacks while enjoying the benefits of sunlight and fresh air.
Consider packing healthy snacks, like veggie sticks and humous, fruit salad, crackers, nuts, seeds, and bread sticks. Don’t forget to pack a blanket in your picnic hamper so you don’t get mud or dirt on your clothes, and sun lotion to protect your skin from the sun’s UV rays.
If you’d rather spend time by the sea instead of in the park, take your picnic hamper, blanket, and sunscreen to the beach and spend the day basking in the sun with your loved ones.