As soon as school lets out summer begins. In saying that everyone wants to make the most out of their summer... well at least most do unless you are crazy. Summer is all about getting away from schoolwork, enjoying the nice weather, and spending time with the people you care about most. Therefore, I have compiled a list of 10 fun and different things everyone should have on their summer bucket list.
To quote Charles Bowden: "Summertime is always the best of what might be."
1. Have a "Beach" Day
Spending at least one day at the beach is a summertime necessity. Plus there are so many things one can do at the beach like soak up some sun, lounge in the water, and play beach volleyball or spike ball. The possibilities are endless.
2. Travel to the City for a Day
No matter where you may live, there has to be some kind of city. And once in the city, there are so many possibilities as to what to do. In Chicago at least, many people visit Navy Pier, rent Segways, go shopping down the Magnificient Mile, and eat some World Famous Chicago Deep Dish Pizza. Explore the options in a city near you.
3. Go to a Music Festival
No matter what genre of music you listen to there is probably some kind of festival or concert series that caters to your music taste. There is awesome food, interesting people, and cool activities to experience. Plus you are surrounded by 10,000 people who love the same music as you. Obviously, the guy in the gif above is having a good time.
4. Go to a Drive-In Movie
Spending a night at the Drive-In movies has been a time-honored American tradition. The Drive-In movies give a different perspective as opposed to sitting in a theater. You have the comfort of your own car, and you do not have to pay those outrageous fees at the theaters. Here is a list of Drive-In movie theaters near you!
5. Spend a Day at the Zoo
Spending a day at the is a childhood tradition. Going to see the dolphins, monkeys, and bears are one of my favorite days of the summer. It brings back so many childhood memories. So this one that definitely needs to go on everyone's bucket list.
6. Go Skydiving (Or Indoor Skydiving for the less adventurous)
Now, I know this may seem out there but give it a chance. Skydiving is a once in a lifetime experience. Why not take a chance and be spontaneous. However, for the less adventurous indoor skydiving facilities have opened up all around the U.S. So why not jump out of your comfort zone this summer? Here is a list of indoor skydiving facilities near you, and a list of outdoor Skydiving places.
7. Stargaze
Summer nights are as beautiful as any. Watching the sky and just looking at how amazing our world is, is actually is eye-opening. So grab a blanket and go somewhere with little to no lights and enjoy the night sky
8. Visit At Least Three Museums
This bucket list item is very ambiguous. There are so many different museums one can visit. In every state, there is some form of history, art and nature museum. Going to at least three museums will leave you with knowledge that I am more than positive you did not possess prior to going.
9. Watch the Sunrise and Sunset.
10. Take a Road Trip to Somewhere Unexpected.
Summertime is all about spending time with the people you love the most. So, jump in your car with your friends and take a road trip to who knows where and make memories that will last a lifetime. It's summer so take some chances and be spontaneous.
People make buckets lists for all sorts of reasons. However, when you are young and the word is at your fingertips be adventurous, spontaneous, and take chances. Summer is the perfect time for that. That is why this list does not contain every single thing you should do this summer. It is just some ideas as a basis for your personal bucket list. I know I definitely want to cross off some of these off my own bucket list.
