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After enjoying the outdoors during the hot summer months, it’s no surprise that our (my?) automatic reaction to cool, fall weather can be to head indoors. The fall is such a beautiful time of year; it would be a shame to spend it inside! Instead, I want to encourage you to get outside before the winter months really make us want to hibernate. (Yes, I will be inside from October through May, but I know I should venture out more!)
To help motivate you, I’m sharing some of my favourite things to do outdoors during the fall, and tips to help keep you going (even if it’s a little chilly).
Fall Walks:
There’s nothing better than going for a long, fall walk to take in all the sensory experiences the season has to offer. From the smell of fresh air, to the colourful changing leaves, you’re sure to make this a staple in your weekly routine. I love a great walk in the country (we have some amazing trails in our area) but it can also be neat to walk in the city and check out everyone else’s outdoor fall decor! Unfortunately with the change of season comes a change to our wardrobe. Switching from sandals to shoes and boots can be uncomfortable as our feet get used to different footwear. To help ease any discomfort, I wear my Dr. Scholl’s Comfort & Energy Massaging Gel Insoles, especially on longer walks to make sure I can comfortably keep moving without having to turn back early. These insoles are great for foot and leg fatigue, with gel waves that massage the most sensitive areas of my foot.
Get Active!
If you’re looking for a little more activity, there are lots of options to keep you going during the fall. If you’re really adventurous, join a fall sports league, or get your family out to play a new sport. If sports aren’t your thing, check out fun outdoor activities happening in your area each week, like apple picking or going to a pumpkin patch (we have a trip booked with our kindergarten class in October!). I know what you’re thinking, the aches and pains that come with physical activity can be a deterrent (even if it’s picking up a few pumpkins), especially if it affects your sleep. I use ALEVE Nighttime whenever I have an occasional issue. ALEVE Nighttime relieves my muscle aches and pains for up to 12 hours, plus it has a sleep aid to help me fall asleep and stay asleep.
Seasonal Crafts:
Those crafty people out there may love letting their artistic side come out and creating DIY things for the house or crafts with the kids, using bits of nature you find during the fall months (and on your fall walks). It’s amazing how creative some can get using colourful leaves, birch bark, or flowers. One craft idea to make is a fall frame using sticks, and gluing leaves, stones and dried flowers to the frame. Bonus points if you use it to frame a picture taken on one of your walks!
Our family is always looking for new fall activities to do together. What are your favourite things to do during the fall season?
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label.