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16 Things You Could Do If You're Bored This Summer

At some point we all experience "summer boredom." Here are a few ideas of things to do when summer boredom kicks in.

Kayla Laurey

Jul 11, 2016

Buffalo, NY

16 Things You Could Do If You're Bored This Summer

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That moment of relief we all have when we finish that last exam for school, because that means it's summer time! The first week is great and then the "summer boredom" sets in.

Well I've got you covered with 16 things to do when you're bored.

1. Get a Summer Job

There's nothing better than having some extra cash to spend on mini vacations or other things you love. Become a camp counselor, work at an ice cream shop or even at your favorite clothing store, so you can get discounts on all your favorite summer styles!

2. Find a New Hobby

Take some time to develop new skills that you've always wanted to have. Maybe you've always wanted to learn to play the piano, long-board, or how to cook your favorite meals.

3. Go on a Mini Vacation

Find out what there is to do close to your area and the spend the weekend away with family or friends.

4. Go Hiking

Pick a beautiful landmark and hike to it. But never go alone, always bring a friend!

5. Go for a Swim

Find a public pool or local lake and cool down on the hot summer days. Or if you have a pool, make it more fun by inviting some friends over!

6. Have a Bonfire

Grab some friends and family for a late night fire. Be sure to check if it's okay to have a open fire where you live, if not purchase a fire pit!

7. Play Sports with Friends

Soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball... grab some friends and start a game at a local park! Have fun and stay healthy at the same time!

8. Read a Good Book

Stop by your local library or a book store and find some new books to read.

9. Go to a Concert

Find out what artists are coming to a venue near you! Call up some friends and enjoy a night of rocking out to music!

10. Have a Picnic

Whether it's with some friends or your significant other, picnics are always a good time. Pack up your favorite drinks and snacks and go to a local park to enjoy the sunshine.

11. Water Balloon Fight

Let the kid in you come out for a day and have a water balloon fight with your friends. Who cares how old you are? Get out and have some fun!

12. Create a Summer Blog

Use some of your free time to blog about your favorite summer trends, DIY ideas or different yummy summer recipes. Share your unique ideas with the world.

13. Photoshoot!

Find a local spot that you can go take some beautiful pictures at with friends.

14. Get Fancy

Get dressed up and have dinner with friends at a local restaurant.

15. Go shopping

On a rainy day, go to the mall, and if it's not raining, hit up some outlet malls near you!

16. Go to a Game

Baseball games are happening all summer long! Get out and support your favorite team!

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16 Things You Could Do If You're Bored This Summer

At some point we all experience "summer boredom." Here are a few ideas of things to do when summer boredom kicks in.

1. Get a Summer Job

2. Find a New Hobby

3. Go on a Mini Vacation

4. Go Hiking

5. Go for a Swim

6. Have a Bonfire

7. Play Sports with Friends

8. Read a Good Book

9. Go to a Concert

10. Have a Picnic

11. Water Balloon Fight

12. Create a Summer Blog

13. Photoshoot!

14. Get Fancy

15. Go shopping

16. Go to a Game

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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