Where I'm from, summer is the favorite....no school, no snow....but it is super short so we try to pack in what we can in the short amount of time. Many of the links in this post link to my state, but a quick web search will give you these ideas in y...
Kids have lots of energy so keep'em busy on a hike!
Hiking - North Dakota Parks and Recreation
Most kids i know love to be in the water. Take'em swimming!
Swimming and Your Health | Healthy Swimming - CDC
Many, if not all, states have bike trails and nothing like a bike ride gets the heart pumping!
Top 20 Bike Rides and Cycling Routes in North Dakota | Komoot
I know every town in America has a park. Take them kiddos to the park to burn some energy
Mandan Parks & Recreation – Find Fun For Everyone
Sometimes we all just need a reset....let your kiddos enjoy reading under a shade tree for the afternoon. Heck, momma, you can join as well!
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In most states, a county fair can be found. If it's not close enough to sleep in your own bed at night, make it a weekend family getaway.
Morton County Fair Association
If you don't have a water park where you live, take'em to the lake, a river, the front yard woth a sprinkler!
Raging Rivers Waterpark – Mandan Parks & Recreation
Go for a drive in the country. Let your kiddos discover plants, flowers, rocks, bridges, tunnels, trees, enjoy birdwatching and wild animal viewing.
EXPLORE THE COUNTRYSIDE definition in American English
Drive to surrounding areas to discover some history at the national monuments that are close to you.
Memorial Bridge Monument
If you don't have a theater in your town, go to the town that does
What are matinee tickets and how do they work at AMC? - Reddit
This may not be available in many areas, but if it is....get your wheels spinning
Roller Skating - Bismarck Parks and Recreation District
One summer I took my girls to a Renaissance festival. We had to drive for 3 hours there and back, but they had fun! We even dressed for the time period! We saw reenactments of things that took place during that time period.
Thoughts on bringing kids to festivals? : r/EDM - Reddit
Even if you're not a race fan, give it a try. Experiences are the best!
Racing Schedule, News, Results, and Drivers - Motorsports - ESPN
My family was not a sports family at all when I was growing so this isn't something we ever did. But when I started having my own kids and they played sports, it became something fun for me. I enjoyed watching and cheering!
Baseball Schedule - MLB.com
Let'em go to a week-long summer camp. They learn, they play, they meet new people, and momma gets a little 'me' time