Places4Students.com has compiled some creative ways to keep your mind and body active this summer. Do you enjoy the outdoors? Or would you prefer to relax inside? There's lots of great ideas below for both options!

1. Get outside for a hike!

2. Go for a bike ride.

3. Relax by doing some yoga.

4. Head to the lake and go fishing!

5. Work on your green thumb in the garden.

6. Relax in a hammock with a good book.

7. Strap on your rollerblades and head to the streets or trails!

8. Go for a run outside.

9. Play lawn games in the sunshine.

10. Create a masterpiece of art!

11. Tye dye old white shirts or sheets!

12. Refurbish an old piece of furniture with a DIY project.

13. Make homemade ice cream.

14. Sculpt with clay.

15. Create succulent arrangements for your favorite room. 

16. Escape outside and try your hand at photography.

17. Start journaling.

18. Create a time capsule of memories.

19. Learn to play a new instrument.

20. Learn to speak a new language.

21. Learn to create origami objects.

22. Learn an old family recipe.

23. Grab your s'more stuff and campout in the backyard!

24. Treat yourself with an at-home spa.

25. Bring the drive-in to you with a backyard movie!

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