{"id":65,"date":"2016-07-15T18:20:00","date_gmt":"2016-07-15T18:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.butterfieldsite.com\/blog\/?p=65"},"modified":"2016-07-15T18:34:00","modified_gmt":"2016-07-15T18:34:00","slug":"5-fun-family-activities-for-the-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.butterfieldsite.com\/blog\/2016\/07\/15\/5-fun-family-activities-for-the-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Fun Family Activities for the Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ahh, the lazy and warm days of summer! There's no better time of the year for a change of pace and trying fun activities. If you need some ideas, here are five family activities that will keep you entertained all summer long.<\/p>\n

1. Grow a Garden<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Flagstaff, Arizona is a wonderful place to grow a garden, and container gardens are great to try at apartments. Plant a variety of lettuces, herbs and vegetables in containers that you place on your balcony or porch. For a decorative touch in your garden, add rocks that you've painted.<\/p>\n

2. Enjoy Summer Creatures<\/strong><\/h2>\n

All sorts of delightful creatures emerge during the summertime. Explore your neighborhood while looking for butterflies, frogs and other animals. Take photos to capture the memories.<\/p>\n

3. Savor an Old-Fashioned Picnic<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Take advantage of wonderful weather by enjoying as many meals outdoors as possible. Pack up a picnic meal and head to a local park, spread out a blanket and enjoy. Bring along some books and enjoy reading outside in the fresh air. Or make up your own creative stories.<\/p>\n

4. Get Active<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When the weather's hot, it's the perfect time to explore various local playgrounds and all their fun equipment. Also, try riding bikes on local paths and trails or through parks. Just make sure to stay hydrated, safe and cool during activities in hot weather.<\/p>\n

5. Enjoy the Simple Things<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Who says summer fun has to be elaborate? It's the time of year to slow down and simplify, so try blowing bubbles inside or outside at our Flagstaff apartments<\/a><\/a>. Or watch a sunset, roll in the grass and gaze at the starry night sky.<\/p>\n

These are just a handful of summer activities to enjoy with your family. If you're looking for a new apartment home where you can have fun making memories, call our office today to see which floor plans are still available.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ahh, the lazy and warm days of summer! There's no better time of the year for a change of pace and trying fun activities. If you need some ideas, here are five family activities that will keep you entertained all summer long. 1. Grow a Garden Flagstaff, Arizona is a wonderful place to grow a garden,… <\/p>\n

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