Seasons have changed and it is now Fall. This is the transition from summer to winter. The season when the temperature is getting cooler as leaves are changing color. This makes it a perfect season for family bonding activities.
Prettier and scenic views mean picture-perfect visuals for Instagram posts. The cooler weather means relaxing time outdoors. And by this, you can spend more time on outdoor activities. Making it perfect for family bonding and physical health.
Unfortunately, the coronavirus is still very much around. It still poses a threat especially for those who have yet to receive their vaccines. It still puts people’s health and safety in danger. Making many others still avoid going outdoors. Missing out on all the health benefits of going out.
Research shows that traveling outdoors is good for your health. It improves your mood. It gives you a sense of calmness and relaxation. So imagine if it will be your daily lifestyle.
You can also enjoy other benefits of traveling outdoors, such as reduced stress and restored mental energy. It also improves short-term memory and sharpness of thinking. Imagination and creativity become more natural.
It also improves concentration and produces better eye vision. You can also enjoy reduced inflammation and all the possible anti-cancer effects. And by avoiding the outdoors, you are missing out on all of these.
So, if you have yet to receive your vaccine or you are simply afraid of going out, this guide is for you.
Backyard Camping
Camping provides what is called “work-life balance”. No meetings to attend but a time to roast marshmallows with the kids. No papers to read and sign but only tents to build. And no rush hours, just time to prepare meals for the family and simply have fun.
You will spend hours pitching your tent and setting up your equipment. But after that all you see are your kids playing, all you hear are their screams and laughter. All you have with you is your family. Not your bosses and colleagues. The perfect time to bond with them.
You can play board games, outdoor games, or teach your kids how to cook. It is also an opportunity to lie down inside your tent and catch up on some well-deserved nap. Or a time to swing yourself on the hammock while reading a book. Not an e-book, but a paperback where you can touch, flip and smell the sweet smell of the pages.
Planting and Gardening
Not only is this a good family outdoor activity, but it is also educational too. Especially for little kids, their developing years will be filled with new knowledge. As you not only teach them about plants, they get to experience planting as well. And as you go along expect them to ask questions. That is the perfect mentoring moment.
You can begin to plant seeds in this season. Then expect them to grow beautifully during springtime. This is also a perfect family moment to trim down your plants. And while you do that you can hire good tree trimmers to make your trees more beautiful. Studies have shown that the best time to trim plants and trees is during the autumn. So it grows back prettier after winter.
Family Picnic
This is a low-risk social activity. And can be done somewhere closer to home but not too far away. You can spend it with the same people inside your house. Since the virus spreads indoors, this outdoor eats out is very safe. You can also bring family members who have yet to receive vaccine doses.
Enjoy kite flying and a good walk with your pets. Take pictures of your family with the trees and colors of autumn in your background. Enjoy packed home-cooked meals. Or you can order food from your favorite restaurants. Not only do you have fun eating with the family, but you also get to spend quality time too.
As this pandemic continues it is important to take care of your health and well-being. It is also important to take care of everyone around you. With the miracles of science and availability of the vaccine we now have the chance to go out. We can enjoy the outdoors. Most of all, it is a good time to enjoy the beauty of autumn.
If you are not yet vaccinated, you can practice proper precautions. That’s because the virus is still around. And it is still mutating to more harmful variants. With the right information and care for others, the outdoors is still a great place to enjoy. Fall is still a great season for fun with the family.