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16 Things You Could Do If You're Bored This Summer

At some point we all experience "summer boredom." Here are a few ideas of things to do when summer boredom kicks in.

Kayla Laurey

Jul 11, 2016

Buffalo, NY

16 Things You Could Do If You're Bored This Summer

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That moment of relief we all have when we finish that last exam for school, because that means it's summer time! The first week is great and then the "summer boredom" sets in.

Well I've got you covered with 16 things to do when you're bored.

1. Get a Summer Job

There's nothing better than having some extra cash to spend on mini vacations or other things you love. Become a camp counselor, work at an ice cream shop or even at your favorite clothing store, so you can get discounts on all your favorite summer styles!

2. Find a New Hobby

Take some time to develop new skills that you've always wanted to have. Maybe you've always wanted to learn to play the piano, long-board, or how to cook your favorite meals.

3. Go on a Mini Vacation

Find out what there is to do close to your area and the spend the weekend away with family or friends.

4. Go Hiking

Pick a beautiful landmark and hike to it. But never go alone, always bring a friend!

5. Go for a Swim

Find a public pool or local lake and cool down on the hot summer days. Or if you have a pool, make it more fun by inviting some friends over!

6. Have a Bonfire

Grab some friends and family for a late night fire. Be sure to check if it's okay to have a open fire where you live, if not purchase a fire pit!

7. Play Sports with Friends

Soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball... grab some friends and start a game at a local park! Have fun and stay healthy at the same time!

8. Read a Good Book

Stop by your local library or a book store and find some new books to read.

9. Go to a Concert

Find out what artists are coming to a venue near you! Call up some friends and enjoy a night of rocking out to music!

10. Have a Picnic

Whether it's with some friends or your significant other, picnics are always a good time. Pack up your favorite drinks and snacks and go to a local park to enjoy the sunshine.

11. Water Balloon Fight

Let the kid in you come out for a day and have a water balloon fight with your friends. Who cares how old you are? Get out and have some fun!

12. Create a Summer Blog

Use some of your free time to blog about your favorite summer trends, DIY ideas or different yummy summer recipes. Share your unique ideas with the world.

13. Photoshoot!

Find a local spot that you can go take some beautiful pictures at with friends.

14. Get Fancy

Get dressed up and have dinner with friends at a local restaurant.

15. Go shopping

On a rainy day, go to the mall, and if it's not raining, hit up some outlet malls near you!

16. Go to a Game

Baseball games are happening all summer long! Get out and support your favorite team!

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16 Things You Could Do If You're Bored This Summer

At some point we all experience "summer boredom." Here are a few ideas of things to do when summer boredom kicks in.

1. Get a Summer Job

2. Find a New Hobby

3. Go on a Mini Vacation

4. Go Hiking

5. Go for a Swim

6. Have a Bonfire

7. Play Sports with Friends

8. Read a Good Book

9. Go to a Concert

10. Have a Picnic

11. Water Balloon Fight

12. Create a Summer Blog

13. Photoshoot!

14. Get Fancy

15. Go shopping

16. Go to a Game

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The most common: "Is it time to go back to school yet?"

1. “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!”

2. “A home cooked meal at last.”

3. “Happy Holidays! I need to bake cookies and watch movies.”

4. “Reunited and it feels so good!"

5. "Okay, it's January second. Time to go back to school.”

6. "$125 to rent a textbook?"

7. “I should probably get some shifts in.”

8. “I’m broke.”

9. “I’m hungry.”

10. “How many more days left of break?”

11. “I love not having any responsibilities.”

12. “I’m staying in bed. All. Day.”

13. “Wait, should I start working out?”

14. “Wow I need to go back to school.”

The holiday season can be the best and most stressful time of the year, especially when more people are involved.

1. The Family Traditions

2. Enough food for an actual army

3. Never enough space

4. Always Loud & Never Boring

5. Parties. Parties. Parties.

6. Scheduling

7. Travelling

8. The family members you see once a year

9. DRAMA

10. The questions about life

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1. Watch an R-rated Scary Movie in a Movie Theater

2. Buy a Lottery Ticket

3. Vote in an Election

4. Participate in a Run (or a Walk, Realistically) for Charity

5. Go on a Road Trip

6. Start a Savings Account

7. Get a Credit Card

8. Sign up for Spotify Premium

9. Go to a Club

10. Start a Meditation Routine

11. Go to a Yoga Class

12. Treat Myself to a Dinner for One

13. Volunteer for a Charity

14. Participate in a Research Study

15. Bake Something (That Ends Up Being Edible)

16. Go Skydiving

17. Be Called for Jury Duty

18. Figure Out What I Want to Do With my Life

The holiday classics that shaped my life

1."But what would happen if we all tried to be like Santa and learned to give as only he can give: of ourselves, our talents, our love and our hearts? Maybe we could all learn Santa's beautiful lesson and maybe there would finally be peace on Earth and good will toward men."

"Sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see."

"If you won't use your heart, who cares if it gets broken? If you just keep it to yourself, maybe it'll be like my rollerblades. When you do decide to try it, it won't be any good. You should take a chance. Got nothing to lose."

"Remember, no man is a failure who has friends."

"Life is made up of meetings and partings. That is the way of it."

"If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find a that love actually is all around."

"Sometimes things look good on paper, but lose their luster when you see how it affects real folks. I guess a healthy bottom line doesn't mean much if to get it, you have to hurt the ones you depend on."

"'Maybe Christmas,' he thought, 'doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more.'"

"Faith is believing when common sense tells you not to."

"There's room for everyone on the nice list."

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