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How To End The Winter Blues

Ten activities to end your winter break boredom.

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How To End The Winter Blues
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Let's face it; we have been counting down the days till winter break. Now that it's here you find that you have been sitting around in your pajamas bing7ing on Netflix for the past four days in a row. At first, it's relaxing and a relief to not have to be anywhere. However, after a while it starts to get boring. Here are my top ten things to do during winter break to bust out of the house and make break a little more lively.

1) Go ice skating.

There is nothing more fun then grabbing a group of friends, your family, or your significant other and heading to the rink. Sure, you may make yourself look like an uncoordinated fool, but it sure beats laying around all day watching the same movie for the eighth time in a row.

2) Go sledding.

Nothing makes you feel like a kid again than grabbing a sled and heading to your nearest hill. Have some fun with friends and make the best of the snowy weather while it lasts.

3) Go see a movie.

Get out of your pajamas and see a new movie in the theaters. Treat yourself to some popcorn and enjoy one of the many new movies that have been highly anticipated.

4) Go bowling.

Another fun activity to do with a group over the break. Grab some friends that have been out of town, or family you only get to see once or twice a year and invoke some friendly competition.

5) Walk through a museum.

There are so many great opportunities to explore and the possibilities are endless. Whether it's art, science, or sports that you enjoy, go out and learn more while you have the spare time.

6) Give back.

Volunteer your time somewhere that has always interested you. Do a simple google search of your area to find places to give your time and do some good with the spare time.

7) Learn how to ski or snowboard.

It's the perfect time to learn something new, so why not correlate with the season. Give something new a try, or if you are already a pro, teach someone else. Then you'll have someone to go with!

8) Go on a hunt for Christmas lights.

Drive around and try to find the best house in your city with the best light display. Or even better, find a drive through light show and enjoy the holiday season.

9) Play in the snow.

Build a snowman, a snow angel, or a fort. Enjoy the wonderful season that mother nature has given you.

10) Have a beach day.

If you aren't a snow person, bring the beach and warm weather to you. Grab a space heater, a towel, make your favorite summer drink, listen to summertime music, and pretend you are somewhere warmer. Who says winter break has to be cold?

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