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Outdoor Activities

Hiking

It can be fun for seniors to explore nature trails, parks, mountains, and other natural scenery during the summer! This is a great way for seniors to get some much-needed exercise while enjoying the warm weather.

Swimming

Swimming is a great exercise for people of all ages because it is low-impact. That means seniors with joint conditions or arthritis can swim to get a full-body workout without worrying if they will strain their bodies.

Watching sports

Many seniors love to go and watch sports! There are plenty of games in your home city, as well as local colleges and high school games happening during the summer.

Golfing

Golfing is a fun summer activity that seniors of all ages can enjoy. There are many golf courses for all levels of golfers for seniors to check out this summer!

Bike rides

Biking can be a fun way for seniors to explore their local park and city during the summer. Some big cities in America will even offer bike rentals for people to get around town.

Bird watching

During the summer, many beautiful birds will fly around the area and visit different parks and neighborhoods. Seniors can enjoy bird watching outside, and can even bring a camera to take pictures of their favorite feathered animals.

Concerts

As the weather becomes nice outside, concerts will pop up all over town. Many musicians will play at local venues, restaurants, and outdoor areas to share their music.

Gardening

Gardening is a fun activity that can help seniors get outside while learning a new skill. Seniors can start a garden with fresh fruits, vegetables, or flowers, and learn how to care for these plants daily.

Camping

Camping is a fun way for seniors to enjoy nature while spending time together. For seniors with mobility issues, there are options to camp with a log cabin instead of setting up a tent.

Festivals

Many fun festivals will pop up all over town during the summertime. Seniors can enjoy visiting these festivals tasting the unique foods and participating in the fun activities they offer.

Berry picking

Many farms will open up and allow people to come pick some fruit with their families! Seniors can enjoy exploring different farms with their families while getting fresh fruits that they can use to cook later on.

Go to the zoo or on a safari

Seniors who love animals may find that they will enjoy visiting the zoo this summer. In some regions, there are safaris available during the summer time where they will allow people to come ride and sightsee the animals.

Cruise

A cruise is a fun way for seniors to explore the world while relaxing! Cruises serve good food while allowing people the opportunity to travel and meet people from around the world.

Stargazing

Stargazing is a fun activity that seniors can do on a clear day. Stargazing can be done alone or with friends, and it can be done with a telescope for a better view of the stars and planets.

Picnicking

Picnicking can be a fun summer activity that can let seniors enjoy the outdoors while sharing their favorite snacks. Picnicking can be done anywhere, from the local park to the backyard, making it an accessible activity for anyone!

Amusement parks

During the summer time, there are plenty of amusement parks with fun summer events to help entice people to come and visit! Whether your senior loved one enjoys thrill rides or slow attractions, there is always something for everyone to do at the amusement park.

Go scuba diving

Scuba diving is a fun activity that can help seniors get exercise while they explore nature! There are so many fun places to scuba dive, and a variety of fish and corals to discover.

Flea markets

There are tons of fun flea markets that will pop up during the summer. This is a great way for seniors to snag some deals.

Indoor Summer Activities

Summer Movies

There are always fun summer movies around this time of year! Going to a summer movie can be a fun way for seniors to beat the heat and enjoy a new film.

Make summer crafts

There are many fun summer crafts seniors will enjoy putting together during the summer time! Some ideas include bird feeders, decorating sun hats, and creating summer table pieces.

Reading summer books

There are always some great reads that are perfect for the summer time. Each genre has plenty of books that take place during the summer. There are also some local book clubs that invite seniors who like to read to meet each other.

Bake summer treats

For seniors who love cooking, the summer is an opportunity for them to make delicious summer treats. ice cream cakes, popsicles, smoothies, milkshakes, and ice cream sandwiches are a few ideas for delicious goodies seniors can make on a hot day.

Museums

There are many museums that will put on fun summer events and invite people in the community to visit. There are also some special exhibits that might only exist during the summer months.

Christmas in July

Christmas in July can be a fun way to spend time with the family this summer! Seniors can pull out their Christmas decorations, bake Christmas treats, and share their favorite Christmas movies with the family.

Visit restaurants

There are so many restaurants around town, many of which your senior loved one may not have visited yet. Visiting restaurants can be a fun summer activity for seniors who love to try new foods!

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