With spring approaching, it is the perfect season for you to head outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather and blooming flowers. And what better way to do so than to spend them with your friends? Read on for some great outdoor spring activities you can do with your friends as a mature adult.
Gardening
Do you love flowers or enjoy spending time in nature? If you do, gardening is the perfect outdoor spring activity that you can do with your friends. In fact, it is the best way to appreciate the blossoming flowers and fresh air during spring too. The cherry on top? Gardening can also encourage better mobility, a lower risk of depression, and better immunity. Do not worry if you have limited mobility. You can also opt for a raised bed garden or even a potted plant garden.
Visit Your Local Farmers’ Markets
Another great activity you can do in spring with your friends? You can check out your local farmers’ markets. Not only can you and your friends find fresh fruit and flowers, but it is also a great way to support local businesses and meet new friends. In addition, you can also make use of seasonal spring vegetables to make delicious food with your friends.
Visit a Local Festival
If you and your friends prefer a more exciting activity, why not attend a local festival? After all, most local festivals, especially those held in spring, offer seasonal food, local bands, and a great atmosphere. Therefore, check out your local news and events websites to find out what festivals are held during spring near you. For instance, there is the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington that is held yearly.
Exercise Outdoors
One other wonderful activity you can enjoy with your friends? It has to be exercising outdoors. After all, it is a great way to appreciate the beauty of spring, and at the same time, reap the benefits of exercising. For instance, you can go for a simple walk in nature, or practice outdoor yoga with your friends. Here is a fun fact. Being outdoors has been found to help people to live longer and feel better emotionally. In fact, walking in nature provides additional benefits, such as relieving stress, depression, anxiety, and chronic pain, and increasing your energy levels, concentration, and memory.
Feed the Birds
What is one thing that you will definitely see and love during spring? The beautiful sound of birds chirping is probably something that crossed your mind. So, why not go bird-watching with your friends this spring? If you rather not travel out too far, you can also opt to purchase bird feeders to place outside your front door to attract birds. Not only is this a great way to bring the birds closer to you, but it is also a great activity to do and talk about with your friends.
Go Volunteering
Do you want to do something meaningful this spring? If your answer is yes, you should go and volunteer with your friends. For instance, you can volunteer to clean up a local beach or park or assist with a pet adoption event at a local park. The options for volunteering are endless. And not only is it a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community, but it is also a great way to bond with your friends over such a meaningful activity.
