How To Plan Your Summer

Summer of 2022 is nearing, and the best way to know you will make the most of summer is by planning! It is crucial that you plan your summers, so that you will make the most of this precious time. There have been many times I have thought about fun activities to do in the summer with my friends, but when that time rolls around I have no idea what to do. However, that problem can be avoided by planning and saving ideas to come back to whether it is written down on paper or in your notes app. Planning your summer can either be a list of ideas or a bucket list that will keep you motivated to take advantage of your free time during the summer. So, in order to help you make the most of one of the best times of the year, here are some tips on how to plan your summer.  

Start now! The more time before summer means the more ideas you have accumulated; this way the moment school ends, you have your plans set. This also gives you the time to chat with your friends, family or significant other to brainstorm. You and your friends can even create shared documents or a shared notes app that everyone can contribute their ideas to. 

A list of ideas is a must to ensure you will have a fun-filled summer, which may be easier said than done. As much as we love summer, it can be difficult to think of ideas that stand out from what we do in our daily lives. However, social media is your best friend for this! Research summer activities, read articles and browse TikTok to find inspiration. Your town may also have art classes, camps or events to attend that you and your home friends can enjoy. Also, consider planning a summer vacation! Summer vacations are the best retreats, however, that does not mean you need to spend a ton of money or time. Even one-day vacations where you travel to a city nearby with friends or family can be just as exhilarating. As long as your activities or plans are what you really enjoy, you can’t fail summer. 

Once you have created a list or bucket list, it can be daunting figuring out when to complete all your desired activities, especially with friends. However, creating a calendar that can be used for yourself or with friends can ease the stress of different schedules and help to figure out the perfect days and times to complete your listed activities. A shared calendar that everyone participating can see can keep everyone organized. 

Summer is one of the best times of the year, but I am sure there have been many times where you have been sitting at home having no idea what to do that day. Now that you know how to plan your summer and why, you can finally be able to avoid this problem. By planning now, Summer 2022 can be filled with all the beach trips and new activities you want, stress-free.