The leaves are changing, the fall décor is coming out, and spices are shifting! Fall is in the air with its crisp and cool breeze, signaling the beginning of activities and events you wouldn’t want to miss. So, put on a sweater, sip some cider, and embrace autumn.
Outdoor Activities:
Towering and challenging corn mazes are a great way to begin getting into the fall spirit. There are many different farms offering this experience for you and your family to enjoy! Overall, these mazes are classics and can be a magnificent way to enjoy the outdoors.
Another exciting thing local farms offer is hayrides and pumpkin patches! Hayrides are more than just a tractor ride; they are traditional and memorable experiences with those you love.
“I love to go pumpkin picking!” says junior Sophia Lin. “I have always been obsessed with pumpkins.”
Pumpkin patches are a fun way to pick a unique pumpkin and use creativity to decorate it however you want!
A different activity to continue enjoying nature’s finest scenery is hiking. So many fantastic and stunning trails continue to shine in the fall. Getting in some physical activity while appreciating the beauty of nature and hiking with groups makes the time even more enjoyable.
Indoor Activities:
If you would prefer to stay close to home and avoid the chilly weather, a great way to do so is by baking some seasonal specialties! Some ideas include pumpkin pie, pumpkin-spiced coffee cake, and pumpkin bread. This will make the season more pleasurable.
Crafts and decorations are another unique choice; they include making simple yet beautiful DIY crafts and festive decorations for autumn.
Freshman Sophia Prior jokes, “I enjoy pumpkin carving because I like to scare little kids!”
This shows the comical early Halloween spirit through fun tricks and spooks, or you can decorate with leaves to embrace the fall ambiance.
The last thing you can do is watch some Halloween-based movies with your family while sipping on some hot cocoa! This fun activity sets the vibe for the cooler weather to come. So, wrap yourself in a warm blanket, sit by the fire, and enjoy some spooky yet festive films!