March officially marks the beginning of spring. As the weather begins to warm and the flowers pop out of hiding, it is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine with your family. Here are some outdoor activities you can do, all from the comfort of your own city!
Picnic in the park
Where is your favorite green space near you? Whether it is a small park in a city or a vast national park, you can find green spaces almost anywhere! Pack up a picnic of your favorite foods and head out to the park for a family picnic.
Conversation starters:
What is your favorite picnic food?
What is your favorite plant at the park? Go find it! Make a bouquet of all your family's favorite plants from around the park!
What is a park you would like to visit - anywhere in the world? Here are some ideas to put on your travel list: Canyonlands, Redwood, and Acadia.
Neighborhood games
Gather your family, friends, and friend’s families for an afternoon of friendly competition! Set up some games around your yard or at your local park and let the games begin. Here are some outdoor, kid-friendly game ideas to get you started!
Stargazing
Have you ever been stargazing with your kids? Now that the weather is warming up, it is a great time to check out the night sky! Need help finding a place? You can google the top places to stargaze in your city. Pack some snacks and hot cocoa to level up the experience!
Conversation starters:
What do you think of when you see so many stars?
Do you know any constellations? Check out this page for more info about constellations!
BBQ
It’s time for a BBQ! BBQ’s are great ways to get your family together for a family meal. Need some new BBQ ideas? Check out these recipes!