Fun Spring Weekend Ideas

Due to the frigid temperatures and record breaking snowfall across much of the United States, most of us spent our winters cooped up indoors. Now it seems as if the temperatures are progressing nicely upward, away from the freezing mark. The sun is starting to thaw the ground and the grass is getting greener. Spring is finally here - and what a great time of year to get the family together to do something fun, especially if it involves the great outdoors! It really is the perfect time to get away for the weekend and leave the stress of winter behind.

If you're like most people, the work week can seem interminably long. Planning a weekend away can give you and your loved ones something to look forward to. It certainly doesn't have to be extravagant, after all the main goal is to get some quality family time in. Even getting away for just a few hours is well worth it - go fishing, hit the bike trail, take the dog for a long walk in a local park. Do whatever is enjoyable, whether it is playing a round of golf or venturing out onto the local tennis courts with the kids.

Staying active is an integral part for getting and staying healthy. And being in the warm sun can definitely make you happy. Feeling those warm rays is definitely a way to put a smile on your face.

Warmer weather also makes it easier to get back into shape. Sure, the gym is open during the winter. But after a certain point, you probably started to feel bored with the same old work out routine all the time. Now that the temperatures are getting more comfortable, it is time to add a little spice to your work outs. Go for a jog outside. Grab the kids and head out for a scavenger hunt at the park or even in your own neighborhood.

Now is also a great time to do some preliminary yard work. Maybe a trip to the local nursery is in order to pick up some flowers. After all the bitter cold weather we endured and the limited options most of us have regarding wintertime activities, your kids (and you) will no doubt have fun no matter what you do.