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Summer Bucket List Ideas

With finals coming to end, weather getting warmer and skin getting darker, that must mean one thing: Summer.

Kimberlee Lizakowski
May 17, 2016
University of North Dakota
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Summer Bucket List Ideas
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With finals coming to end, weather getting warmer and skin getting darker, that must mean one thing: Summer. A college student's favorite word to hear after surviving yet another year. Whether you'll be enjoying the sun by the ocean, lake or pool, here are some ideas to help you make the most of your summer vacation.

1. Road Trip

Make a fun playlist, grab some friends and go on an adventure -- even if it’s just a day trip.


2. Outdoor Concert

Whether it’s a concert in the park in your hometown or a packed outdoor stadium, summer concert series are a great way to spend an afternoon.

3. Sunset Picnic

What makes watching a beautiful sunset even better? Food. Pack some sandwiches and a bottle of wine for a perfect ending to your night.

4. Go On A Boat!


Boat parties are the best kind of parties.

5. Read A Good Book

Whether you're laying in the grass or in the sand, a good book is a perfect summer accessory.

6. Watch A Sunrise

Waking up before the sun comes up will be worth it once you see the views.

7.Go Hiking

A great way to explore nature (and workout your legs and butt at the same time).

8. Go To A Drive-In Movie Theater

This American classic is a great way to spend those warm summer nights. Don’t forget blankets and popcorn.

9. Watch Fireworks

A Fourth of July staple.

10. Go Camping

An inexpensive way to have a quick getaway trip with friends.

11. Have An All Day Movie Day

Grab a friend and binge on Netflix and food all day long.

12. Go On A Roller Coaster

A day filled with rides, boardwalk games and fried food.

13. Dye Your Hair A Wild Color

Whether it’s wash out color or just dip dying the ends of your hair -- there is something spontaneous and empowering about crazy summer hair.

14. Have A Bonfire

S'mores.

15. Go Night Swimming

Ending a long day by relaxing in a Jacuzzi, or going for a dip in a pool.

16. Go To Sunday Brunch

Go "brunching" on Sunday mornings with a group of friends and start your #SundayFunday out the right way with mimosas and bloody marys.

17. Go To The Beach

Ocean, lake, sandbox -- you have to put your toes in the sand!

18. Have a photo shoot with your best friends

Grab a camera and some friends and create some lasting memories you'll be able to look back at.


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