Summer Ideas

Here comes summer! Everyone is very excited but we all know that by July most of us are drowning in boredom. So I’ve compiled a list of ideas for fun summer activities that will keep you summer exciting!

1. Get a job. This may sound boring and tough but if you find a job that you really enjoy you will notice your summer will become very fun. Find a job that you truly enjoy (life guard, lawn mowing, bakery, baby sitting etc.)  You will meet new people and make money while doing something you love!
2. Volunteer. This option is very broad. There are many places you could volunteer. For example you could volunteer at an animal shelter, a hospital, your local library and many other places. This option is more likely than finding a job, specially if you’re under the age of 16 or you already have a busy summer. Here you can meet new people while doing something great for your community!
3. Write a novel. There are many websites out there that encourage you and help you in the process of writing a novel. One website that I have found and love is  http://www.nanowrimo.org/ . Writing a novel can be difficult but also very rewarding and will keep you busy. If novel writing isn’t your thing then write poetry or a play. 
4. Paint. If you like expressing your emotions through art then try this. You may already draw, sketch or paint but this summer try making art in a new way. If you normally make sculptures try painting a landscape. It will present itself as a challenge but will be very rewarding and fun.
5. Make a bucket-list. I do this every summer. Put things in your list that you want  to do by the end of summer. Creating a long elaborate list of things that will drive you out of your comfort zone (long road trip, sky diving, cliff jumping, talking to some one new etc.) will make your summer exciting and fun! Try it this summer.
6. Watch movies. Didn’t have enough time to catch up on movies that came out during the school year? No problem! Rent them all and watch them with a group of friends or by yourself!
7. Join a book club. Or make you own book club. This is a great way to stay busy and have some fun while socializing with new people and old friends.
8. Most local libraries have a summer teen program. Drop by your library this week and check out what your library is doing for teens. Libraries will do fun things from henna tattoos to planning fun trips.
9. Get to the gym. Go to the gym at least an hour a day. Or go running for an hour. Find some exercise that will keep you healthy, active, happy and busy.

Try something new this summer, have fun with friends and relax. Have a great summer!