6 free (or cheap) things to do in the summer!

By SANDRA PEREYDA

With college right around the corner for many of us seniors and money being a huge concern, I have decided to make a list of free and cheap things to do to help you enjoy the summer!

1. GO TO THE FREE MILTON PLAY AND FREE BBQ! There’s a fun and free thing you can do and it's at the beginning of the summer as well! The Milton play will be June 16-19 @ 7pm and June 18 and 19 @ 2pm! Sign up for a ticket at Super Milton, Burger Hut, Conoco or Sub Shop! You could also call (888-854-5698) The free BBQ will be on Saturday at 5 p.m. before the show!
2. Build a fort and invite your friends! Bring some nostalgia into your backyard with some of your closest friends this summer. A fort could be a fun way to keep the summer heat out and the coolness of your friends in! Alternatively, you could build a fort by yourself and read a book or watch some movies by yourself! Either is fun!
3. Make some popsicles! Fun summer treats could be consumed at any time during the summer! You could make enough for all of your friends or just a few to hide in the freezer for yourself. One of my favorite things to make is a fruit and gummy bear frozen popsicle. You will need Sprite, some fruit such as strawberries, kiwi, raspberries and blackberries or other fruits you like. Next add some sprite into a cup or popsicle maker, throw some fruit and gummy bears inside, freeze for a few hours and, Voila! You have yourself some Instagram-worthy popsicles.
4. Ride your Bike around! Riding your bike around and finding a new trail could be the best thing you've ever done! My favorite place to ride my bike is the trail at Harris Park. Not only is there nature around, but the satisfaction of the fresh air and the feeling of freedom is pure bliss! Not to mention the nice calves you can get!
5. Start a Garden! Gardening could be something that you could be interested in. Growing your own fruit and vegetables could have many benefits! For one, you know what goes into your fruit and vegetables AND you can save money! I personally grow strawberries, peaches, green beans, tomatoes, and peppers, and it’s not that hard to do! You can also just walk outside and grab a nice snack!
6. Explore Milton-Freewater! Grab a couple friends, buy some snacks and find yourself a new chill spot for the summer! Last year, our go to spot was our “ Waterhole,” a pool like area in the river by the bridge that is both fun and safe! Make sure to take some sun screen and river shoes because you’ll have to walk for some time in order to get to a good river spot! In the end, it’s all worth it.

All these are some fun suggestions that I have done before or will do in the summer! Just remember that whatever you do, make sure to have fun, even if it’s staying inside and binge-watching your favorite shows on Netflix! Have a great summer everyone!