~ Spring Activity Ideas ~ 4 Outdoor Ways To Have Fun
I always encourage my boys to be outside. “Let’s go get some fresh air” I say. When they come home from school I have a snack waiting for them, help out with homework, then push them out the door. I take advantage of every day that it’s not raining, snowing or cold.
Okay I admit even when it’s cold I make them put on a jacket and still get them out that door. We live in the Northeast so we’re okay with cold. I do everything I can to get them out to have fun and not be on their electronic devices that much. And in my case the occasional binge-watch, okay it’s maybe not that occasional and more weekly.
Did you know May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? Neither did I, at least not until Go Organically reached out and told me about it. For me it’s another great excuse to get these boys of mine to get active and go outside this spring. Since we hadn’t tried Go Organically Organic Fruit Snacks, they graciously sent us a package of them to try.
My boys love fruit snacks, so they were excited to give them a try as soon as we received them. I like that they are made with real fruit, there are no preservatives, and flavors and colors are from natural sources. Not to mention that they are an excellent source of Vitamins A, C & E.
The flavors of these are great, nice and fruity. They are a bit harder and chewier than other fruit snacks we have tried. But they are equally delicious! And we will be adding these to our grocery list.
Go Organically shared these great ideas to get active and get outside. After reading them I just had to share them with you.
Spring outdoor activity ideas from Go Organically®Organic Fruit SnacksAhhh, spring. Warmer weather, flowers in bloom, and a chance to rediscover the joys of the great outdoors after several months of hibernation. Need another reason to get moving? May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month—which makes it the perfect time to renew your commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle while inspiring your kids to do the same.
Studies show that kids need 60 minutes or more of physical activity each day. So lace up those sneakers, stretch out those limbs, and head outdoors to try one of these fun-filled family activity ideas from Go Organically® Organic Fruit Snacks.
Gear Up
Make sports equipment easily accessible so you’ll be more likely to use it. Park bicycles near the front of your garage, or keep scooters in the mudroom to inspire impromptu usage. Stash a Frisbee or soccer ball in your car for pick-up games, or “catch up” on the day while playing a quick game of catch in the evenings. The idea is to integrate activity into your everyday life so it becomes a part of your routine.
Play Nature Bingo
Which family member has an eagle eye for spotting things like squirrels, ant hills or pine cones? To find out, head to your local park—or simply your own backyard—and play an active yet educational game of Nature Bingo. Print out a free online template (we like these for their earthy feel) and try to find as many items as you can, marking off each square as you go. Be sure to fuel your adventure with fun snacks for kids and adults, including trail mix, fruit, and our favorite grab & go treat, Go Organically Organic Fruit Snacks.
Embrace Old School Games
When we were kids, it was all about classic backyard games like Freeze Tag, Simon Says and Hide-and-Seek. Our favorite? Red Light/Green Light. One child acts as the “stoplight” and stands with his or her back to the crowd across the yard from the other kids. When the stoplight shouts “green light,” the kids move forward and try to be the first to touch the stoplight. At any point, the stoplight may shout “red light!” and turn around. If any of the players are caught moving, they’re out.
Take a Walk
It sounds so simple, but sometimes it’s nice to get back to basics with regular family walks. Take the dog out together in the morning instead of making it a one-man job. Or work off dinner by hitting the pavement as a family for a sunset stroll. It’s a great way to discover your surroundings, get to know your neighbors, and enjoy quality time as a family while burning off energy. We always bring along reusable water bottles and easy-to-tote Go Organically kids organic snacks to keep everyone smiling.
I love going outdoors because it can get pretty boring being indoors. It’s important for kids to be able to run around and get some exercise and burn some energy!