12 Fun Ways to Celebrate Sping

Welcome, Spring! Since the time has changed and the days are getting longer, here are some ways you can use the extra daylight to enjoy time outdoors: 

1. Lay outside on a quilt outside and look for shapes in the clouds.

2. Before leaf cover appears, take the opportunity to use binoculars and see how many bird varieties you can spot in an afternoon. 

3. Put on your rubber boots and play in a shallow creek.

4. Photograph the signs of spring on your favorite trail. 

5. Stage an epic Easter egg hunt in the park, a backyard, or along a trail.

6. Make a fort in your backyard with found materials.  

7. Pick some spring flowers to display in a vase to brighten your day. You can also press small flowers for later.

8. Enjoy asparagus at the peak of freshness during April: try them roasted.

9. Spend one hour solo in a beautiful, wild place: just you, a pencil and paper, and the sounds of nature.

10. Start a compost pile: The University of Florida has helpful tips.

11. Set up an outdoor lawn game like croquet or badminton and invite your friends and neighbors over to play.

12. Go for an evening walk and watch the day fade to the night: check the time so you don’t miss it.