This summer is as good a time as any to accomplish things on your bucket list. These are a few ideas that are easy and fun when faced with what to do this season. Most of them should be available to do in the Orange County area. Some of the events do require transportation, but most of them can be done in walking distance or in the comfort of your own home.

1. Go on a road trip.

This one is somewhat of a cliche, but is really worth the effort. There are so many unseen things on the coast of California and even just in the local area. Grab some friends and go explore! A few nearby places that would be interesting to see would be the Balboa Fun Zone down in Newport beach, the Orange County Zoo, Crystal Cove State Park and if you have time to drive down to Los Angeles, then the Los Angeles County Museum of Art is a great place to visit.

2. Meet someone new.

Finding a new friendly face may seem somewhat intimidating, but it can also be a thrill. Branching out and opening your doors to new friends can help you to grow, not only your friend group, but also your character. One interesting place to meet people would be at the OC Pop Quiz trivia at C4 Deli. This is a very relaxed atmosphere where you can find people who have similar interests to you. You could do this anytime of the year I think it’s a weak point

3. Make a pizza at home.

This one is so simple that it’s funny. Look up some easy recipes online and buy a few simple ingredients and begin. You can be your own personal chef for the night.

4. Have a water balloon fight.

Find some of your friends or family members and get them to tag along on this one. You’re never too old to have fun.

5. Take a family photo, just because.

As high school students, most of us fill our time with homework, friends and Netflix of course, but this can sometimes cause us to forget who allowed us to be here in the first place. Life can fly by and you don’t want to forget the special moments you share with your family. So take a picture, right here, right now, you won’t regret it or forget it.

6. Plant something.

The world and the environment could use a little boost. There are so many plants out there that are easy to get and take care of. Find one that you would enjoy and plant, plant, plant!

7. Watch your favorite movie series in a row.

We all have that one set of movies that we never have time to watch all the way through. Well, go watch them. You have the opportunity to lay around in your pajamas all day and just relax with the entertainment. Take advantage of that.

8. Watch the sunset.

Take some time at the end of the day to appreciate nature’s beauty. A sunset is simple, but extraordinary. Some of the best places to watch a sunset in OC are at local beaches like Newport and Huntington.

9. Go on a bike ride.

It’s good to get outside and enjoy the warm summer weather. Going on a bike ride is a great and fun way to do that. It also allows you to get some good exercise.

10. Stay up all night.

Not everyone has had the luxury to enjoy an all-nighter, this is your chance. You’re even able to sleep in past twelve if you want to, so stay up and enjoy the moon’s light for a night.

These are just a few ideas to get you started, but their are so many more things for you to do this summer.