The snow is finally melting and the sun is coming out, which means spring is here! This past Monday, on March 20th, marked the start of spring. By now, pretty much everyone has had enough of the cold weather and gloomy days. So it’s time to put away your winter jackets, and start preparing for the spring season. Here are some activities that will keep you occupied during the springtime, that you’re guaranteed to love!
Have a picnic: Having a picnic is a great way to kick off the new season. It is also super easy! All you need is a blanket, and a basket! Gather your family and friends and head to your local park to enjoy the nice scenery and weather, along with your favorite treats. Some popular picnic foods include fruit, sandwiches, salads, or even sweet treats like cookies, brownies or pie.
Plant a garden: Planting a garden is a perfect activity for the springtime. Although gardening takes work, and proper, continuous care, studies have shown that it can provide you with many benefits. For example, gardening is known to reduce stress, boosting your vitamin D, and it also helps you be healthier. Growing your own fruits and vegetables guarantee you will eat more healthy foods than you usually would. Not only is it healthier for you, but it also helps the planet!
Go for a hike: If you like to stay active, or spend your time outdoors in the sunny weather, this activity is for you! Going on a hike is a great way to get exercise, while getting some fresh air and soaking up the sun at the same time. This is also an inclusive activity you can do with both family and friends.
Visit a flower field: Now that spring has officially started, means that flower fields are finally open! Flowers are a staple indicator that spring has arrived. grab some friends and visit the closest flower field to you for a gorgeous scenery and view of all of the different flowers. Although this activity may cost money, a ticket for entering a flower field usually costs no more than $20 for a day entry. Not only do you get to look at the beautiful flowers, but you also get to leave with personal hand picked fruits, such as blueberries and strawberries! There are also other things for you to enjoy while being in the field. Like, touring the butterfly garden, going through mazes, or even just grabbing a bite to eat.
Visit a farm: This next activity is for animal lovers. Visit the nearest family farm to get a close look at the adorable animals, such as horses, cows, bulls, goats, and more! Not only do you get to look at the animals, but depending on the farm, you might even get to pet and ride the horses!
These activities are perfect for the spring season because they are fun, easy, don’t require a lot of money, and are appropriate for any age group! Take these activities into consideration the next time you are thinking about what to do during the spring season.