Spending time with your friends during the summer is a necessity. Whether it's being on a break from school or work, casual time with friends can lead to many memories worth sharing for a lifetime. Here are just a few ideas of how you can spend time with your buddies.

1. Go to the beach.

While most places don't have a luxurious coastal beach, a lot of towns have lakes with public areas. Spending the day in the water with your friends or getting a tan can be a great way to spend time with one another.

2. Go to the drive-in.

Seeing a movie with your friends is a great way to have fun. However, being able to spend time outside while seeing a movie, possibly two if that's what your local drive-in has is even better. Get a large group of friends together and have a great night!

3. Go to an amusement park.

There are tons of amusement parks across the country and chances are there is one relatively close to you. Day passes can be pretty cheap, but if you know going to an amusement park is something you and your friends love to do, splurge on a season pass.

4. Go for a hike.

It doesn't have to be an insanely difficult 2000 foot hike up a mountain. A simple walk with your friends is a good way to spend time together and get in shape all at once.

5. Go see a concert.

Some artists might cost hundreds of dollars to see, and if you have the money to spend by all means go see them. However, there are likely tons of local music festivals that are low cost and possibly free. Listening to live music and spending time with your friends, what could be better?