7 sweet summer activities to bring your family closer together
(BPT) - The summer season is full of memory-making potential for families across the country. The long sunny days and cool clear nights provide endless possibilities for sharing a few laughs and enjoying the activities of the season. Get ready to have some fun together with these seven sweet summer occasions:
1. Bike adventure
There's no better time than summer to get the whole family outdoors to explore nature and check out the scenery. A great way to see the sights and spend time in the sun is by taking a family bike trip. Locate a nearby bike trail that will be easy enough for all ages to enjoy, and map out your path before leaving. Riding through uplifting scenery is a memorable experience guaranteed to inspire all ages, so get out that helmet and start pedaling!
2. Family road trip
The journey is half the fun when you plan ahead for a family road trip. Before setting out, create “road trip survival kits” for each child with items like a journal, crayons and activity book. Make sure to include a sweet, fruity, long-lasting treat to entertain, like TWIZZLERS Twists, which are offered in a resealable bag for convenient on-the-go sharing. Inspire giggles when you write down a variety of fun questions and have each person pull one out of a hat, such as “If you could be an animal, what would you be?” or “If you could go anywhere in the world, where would be the first place you would visit?”.
3. Neighborhood barbecues
With kids out of school, a neighborhood barbecue is the perfect reason to get everyone together. Make it a potluck so each guest brings a dish to share, then fire up the grill for some tasty summer fare and conversation with friends. For a unique and customizable dessert, set up a sundae bar with several flavors of ice cream, colorful sprinkles and tasty toppings like HERSHEY's Syrup in Chocolate, Special Dark Chocolate, Caramel and Strawberry flavors, so everyone can enjoy a cool summer treat.
4. Beach days
Whether you are taking that long awaited family vacation to the beach or heading to the lake, beachside adventures are one of the best parts of summer. Have kids help pack supplies for the day, including buckets and shovels for sandcastles, and swim noodles and beach balls for “splash-tastic” fun. Plan a scavenger hunt and have kids search for items like shells and sea glass. Complete the day with a family picnic on the beach.
5. Movie night
Movies are as much a part of summer as sunshine and sunscreen. Whether you’re heading to the drive-in theater, throwing down a blanket in a park for a community movie night or escaping the heat by watching a favorite flick indoors, don’t forget the snacks. Classic theater snacks are ideal, so stock up on popcorn, TWIZZLERS Twists and nachos.
6. Backyard camping
You don’t have to head deep into the woods to have a camping adventure with your family – just pitch a tent in your backyard! Light a small bonfire or gather around the grill and enjoy traditional campfire treats like roasted hot dogs and classic S’mores made with HERSHEY's Milk Chocolate. Then snuggle into your sleeping bag for the evening and swap family-friendly ghost stories!
7. Geo-caching
Ready to try a new activity this summer? A modern-day treasure hunt is a unique way to make family memories! Millions of treasure boxes are hidden throughout the world from city to country. Families work together to follow GPS coordinates to the cache together – a great teambuilding adventure with a prize at the end.