Get Creative

The trees are green, the sun is shining and the sounds of children laughing fill the air. It seems to be the perfect time to take out a good book, sketch a drawing, paint a scene or write a story. These activities are one simple way to enjoy a summer day.

Explore

On a nice day, going on a walk is a great way to explore the outside world. Near Antioch, there are many forest preserves, such as Raven Glen, Gander Mountain or Pine Dunes. These preserves include walking trails that travel through beautiful scenery.

Make a Game

Grab a friend, neighbor or family member and make an obstacle course with nearby items. Making a course is a fun way to get some activity and laughs in at the same time. This is an innovative way to spend the day.

Water Gun Painting

Water gun fights are a summer tradition for many. This activity takes water guns to a different level. Add food coloring to the water inside of the gun and when water is shot from the weapon, a portrait may be created using the different colors, whether it is on a canvas or a spare piece of paper.

Cook and Bake

Following a new recipe is a fun way to try something new and to spend some time in the kitchen. However, for some, following   recipes is not as fun as creating their own. Creating a new dish by using original ideas is an entertaining way to enjoy the day.

Camp

Antioch offers many different camps over the course of the summer for high schoolers, like Teen Travelers. With this group, participants meet three days a week and go biking all around the area. This group has traveled to many different places, including Sun Lake Forest Preserve, Wisconsin and nearby towns.

Get a Job

Antioch offers several jobs for high schoolers, such as a camp counselor.

“Where else can you work where you’re out of work at 4 p.m., never have to work on weekends, and get to go to Country Thunder and not have to worry,” Antioch Parks and Recreation Program Director Mary Quilty said.

Road Trip

There are many areas nearby that offer several activities and events. Taking a road trip to Chicago allows people to experience activities like visiting the Bean or Navy Pier. Taking a trip is a great way to escape home for a little while and to take in new sights.

Redecorate

Oftentimes, redecorating a room can be a much more entertaining experience than some perceive it to be. Many like to turn up their favorite music and enjoy the day creating the room they wish to have. Many like to add new posters or paintings, while others like to reorganize their furniture.

Spend time with friends

Spending time with friends is always a great way to spend summer break.

“They make the time go by really fast and it’s always just fun,” freshman Tessa Larson said. “It doesn’t cost any money and you always have a great time.”