As the seasons finally shift, April sunshine invites us to ditch those winter layers and soak up the sun with our favorite warm-weather pastimes. So whether you’re an avid outdoorsman or more of a beach bum, here are some outdoorsy ideas to get you off the couch and into the summer spirit. And with baseball season in full swing, check out our J/YA baseball book recommendations, or check out our Summer Read titles.

1. Take a hike

 

2. Plan a picnic with friends

 

3. Visit the Farmer’s Market

 

4. Ride bikes

 

5. Attend a music festival

 

6. Two words: ice. cream.

 

7. Watch the sunset

 

8. Find the perfect tree to curl up under (or in!) and READ

 

9. Go rollerblading (see: #4)

 

10. Tie dye something (or everything)

 

11. Go camping. Glamping maybe?

 

12. Hit the pool or beach. But not literally.

13. Sports! Play one, watch one, or invent a new one.

 

14. Plant a garden

 

15. Check on the anxiety levels of your favorite zoo animals

 

16. Make a bonfire

 

17. Take a trip to the fair

 

18. Walk your dog. Or cat. Or whatever.

 

19. How about a wee dab of birdwatching?

 

20. Play in the sprinkler

 

21. Unwind with a relaxing afternoon of fishing

 

22. Attend a holiday parade

 

23. Hang around the park with a friend

 

24. Fly a kite

 

25. Go stargazing

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