101. GO TO A DIFFERENT STATE
Take a family vacation to Illinois and visit Chicago for a long weekend full of shopping.
100. BOWLING
99. PUT-PUT GOLF
98. SWIM
97. HAVE A BARBECUE
Invite some family or friends over, throw some hot dogs on the grill, and have a peaceful barbecue that can last for hours.
96. GO TO THE LAKE OF THE OZARKS
Sure your butt might hurt after three hours of sea-doing but, it’s worth it to spend time with friends at the lake. Besides everyone looks better 70 mph.
95. GET A JOB
Think about all the money your going to need to spend this summer. Go out and get a job! It’s not that bad. Plus, it’s an easy way to make new friends.
94. LAY OUT IN THE SUN
Not only does laying out in the sun reward students with a great tan, it’s also very relaxing. Put on sunscreen though or be prepared to burn.
93. POOL PARTY
92. CLIFF DIVING
91. PLAY SOCCER BAREFOOT
90. GO TO THE ARCADE
Grab some quarters and head up to the arcade. Of course this activity is only a substitute on a rainy day.
89. PAINTBALL
It sounds dangerous but with enough padding paintballing can be perfect for any summer afternoon.
88. GO PARASAILING
This tends to be very expensive but its sure to be the perfect family activity on vacation.
87. BEAT A RUBIX CUBE
86. GO ICE SKATING (YEAH ITS OPEN DURING THE SUMMER)
85. SCUBA DIVING
What?! You don’t have an ocean in your backyard? Well it may not be practical for those staying in the Lou but scuba diving on vacation can be access to a world never seen before.
84. GO FISHING
Don’t worry, "Old Gregg" is taking the summer off. Bring some worms and hooks down to the river to catch dinner.
83. GET YOUR LICENSE
To do any of these marvelous activities, one will need a license and a car. Just don’t hit anything...please.
82. GO SNORKELING
81. GO WATER SKIING
80. GO ON A CRUISE
79. GO SHOPPING
Once your closet contents become predictable, it’s time to go shopping.
78. FLOAT TRIP
Go down to the river and rent a raft. Pack some sandwiches and have fun with friends or family out on the river for a day.
77. MAKE A MOVIE
Not creative? Well don’t do this one, making a movie can be an exciting and really funny experience.
76. SHOW OFF YOUR BEACH BOD
75. ATTEND SUMMER SCHOOL
74. GO ON A MISSION TRIP
Spread some charity to the rest of the world. Mission trips help everyone feel like they’re making a difference.
73. SUMMER CAMP
Counselor or two a days, camps offer money or even some shining up on your sports skills.
72. A+ TUTORING
It may sound boring but two free years of school sounds pretty nice.
71. DO CHORES
If your looking for some easy cash, do some chores around the house. But if you’re in need of money, it’s an easy alternative.
70. TAKE A COOKING CLASS
69. GO TO A PARTY
68. PLAY ULTIMATE FRISBEE
Go find an ultimate frisbee game and smash everyone. Just make sure that it’s not the advanced group of players, they get rowdy.
67. PREPARE FOR COLLEGE
For those who don’t want to dive in to the brand new college experience, summer is a great time to prepare and plan for the entry into college.
66. SKATEBOARD
No, not everyone is Tony Hawk but skateboarding is actually a fun sport while also being a tough workout on muscles and bones alike.
65. ROAD TRIP
Every single baseball stadium, the world’s biggest toilet, or even the world’s largest rocking chair could be easily seen by a simple road trip. Just make sure some money is saved with those gas prices going up...
64. VISIT FAMILY
63. GO TO THE BEACH
62. ROLLER BLADE
Put on some neon spandex and hit the sidewalks. Well maybe not, but roller blading is a fun way to burn calories that students get stuffing their faces.
61. RIDE YOUR BIKE
For those who still have a bike, try riding it around instead of a car. Save some gas and money.
60. DIRT BIKE
They don’t call it extreme sports for nothing. Dirt biking can be very dangerous but equally as fun, especially going off those 50 foot ramps. Careful though, dirt biking makes a strong claim as one of the most strenuous sports on the body.
59. START A COLLECTION
58. EAT
57. GO TO SPANKYS
56. GO ON A HIKE
Actually take a look at what’s around you and get some exercise while you’re at it. Hiking is also a great exercise.
55. START A BAND
Get that beautiful voice out there. Start a rap, alternative rock, or even a barbershop quartet with some friends.
54. PLAY EXTREME FOOSEBALL
Never heard of it? Extreme fooseball has been making it’s debut in the underground courts of St. Louis for a while.
53. GO TO TED DREWS
Ted Drews is hailed as one of the most visited ice cream spots in Missouri. It should be an annual occasion to go to Ted Drews for some delicious ice cream.
52. LAY ON A HAMMOCK
51. EARN SOME COLLEGE CREDITS
It’s boring and school should be over, but think about it this way: now those easy credits will be done ahead of time.
50. LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK
49. FLY A KITE
Never flown a kite before? That’s alright. Summer’s the perfect time to learn. Who knows, maybe it will become your hobby.
48. READ A BOOK
Pick up a story that sounds mysterious. Finally, an exciting read
47. THROW A PARTY/GO TO A PARTY
46. LEARN HOW TO DANCE BY TAKING LESSONS
45. BEAT HALO 3
44. GRANTS FARM
Grants farm is home to Anheuser Busch’s very own Clydesdale horses. Go check them out.
43. THE ZOO
Spend a day visiting St. Louis Zoo looking at all the animals. The summer is the best time for a stop by since there is no excuse for the animal exhibits to be under construction.
42. PULL AN ALL NIGHTER
41. BEAT MARIO 64 IN ONE NIGHT
Ok. It may take 13 hours but think about how cool other people will think you are when its true to say that you conquered Bowser in one night.
40. JUMP ON A TRAMPOLINE
35. CUT GRASS
The most common way for teenagers to ear some quick cash. Just look around the neighborhood and there’s bound to be someone needing a good grass cutting.
39. GO TO A CONCERT
Summer offers many opportunities to see great bands. The Pageant is one of the most popular concert venues, which is located in the Loop.
38. VISIT BUSCH STADIUM
Go to a Cardinals game and explore the new stadium.
37. REMINISCE THE GOOD OLD DAYS
36. TRY NEW THINGS
35. GO TO THE ARCH
34. VISIT THE CITY MUSEUM
Wear some tennis shoes and get ready to climb. Explore the many underground tunnels of the City Museum. Don’t be embarrassed if the tunnel constricts a little too much. It happens to the best spelunkers.
33. BOWLING MUSEUM
Bowling in an old fashion bowling alley or go through the amazing Bowling Hall of Fame. The museum, however, is closed on Sundays and costs six dollars for those under 16 and costs $7.50 for all others.
32. UNION STATION
Whether it’s shopping, eating, or just taking a walk, Union Station is a much more fun place to go than the couch in the basement.
31. MEET NEW PEOPLE
30. GET OFF FACEBOOK ONCE IN A WHILE
Stop staring at the computer, everyone knows that does damage to your eyes.
29. LISTEN TO MUSIC
28. EXPLORE FOREST PARK
Most attractions are within one mile of the Metro Link Station. Almost all attractions are free. Get ready to walk!
27. Watch tv/movies
26. WORKOUT
25. GO RUNNING
Some hate it, some love it. Above all however, running is a great exercise that helps keep students and faculty healthy and fit. It’s also a great stress reliever.
24. GO RUNNING
23. BOTANICAL GARDEN
The Missouri Botanical Garden has a great setting to enjoy the beautiful summer weather.
22. SCIENCE CENTER
Children and adults can perform optical experiments, investigate gene theory and build an arch. All for free! Watching a film in the Omnimax theatre are available for a fee.
21. GO TO THE LOOP
Go shopping in Rag-O-Rama or eat lunch at Fitz’s. Going to the Loop will keep you busy for hours.
20. GO TO THE HILL
Fans of Italian food and culture should head to this neighborhood. The Hill has more Italian restaurants than any other area in St.. Louis!
19. SHOP AT THE GALLERIA
Go shopping where the best brands put their best stores.
18. SHOP AT CENTRAL WEST END
This lively section offers trendy shopping and dining. Watch a movie at the Chase Park Plaza’s comfortable movie house or the Moolah Shrine’s theater and bowling alley.
17. STREET LUGE WITH A SKATEBOARD/SHOPPING CART
Sure, its dangerous, but it’s fun going 30mph down a hill while dodging "caution children" signs. Of course, the shopping cart must be privately owned...
16. BUILD A FORT
Wanting to camp out and have no tent? Build a fort outside and star gaze until you fall asleep. This is the perfect way to enjoy the wonderful summer night air
15. LISTEN TO MUSIC
14. GO TO TOWER GROVE PARK
This park is home to softball, soccer, tennis, corkball and frisbee games, as well as to the joggers and picnickers who gaze at the many 125 year old sculptures.
13. PLAY CAPTURE THE FLAG
Spend the day up at a park with friends playing capture the flag. This game is best when played in the woods. It gives players a better opportunity to hide the flag in better areas.
12. GET A BACKYARD SPORTS GAME TOGETHER
If you build it, they will come...to your backyard. Get the neighborhood kids together for a lovely backyard soccer or football game.
11. DO THOSE HORRIBLE SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
Taking Honors Classes next year? Then expect to do those awful summer assignments. They are the perfect thing to do on a rainy afternoon.
10. GO TO THE FOX THEATRE
9. PRETEND YOUR HARRY POTTER FOR A FEW MOMENTS
8.BECOME A MODEL
Unpractical? Well unknown to most, Pilot actually increases beauty by 500%. Maybe not, but have some fun and be creative with photography. Modeling oneself and others can be a great artistic outlet
7. GO UP IN A HOT AIR BALLOON
This would be an amazing experience, and it would be a perfect opportunity for fabulous photographs.
6. ART MUSEUM
The Art Museum is not just for artists or art admirers, it’s a very peaceful place to look at very neat works of art. The Art Museum is one of the Top Ten most visited places in all of Forest Park.
5. COVER A TRAMPOLINE WITH SOAP AND WATER
Believe it or not, this makes the perfect slip and slide. Be careful, don’t put that much soap or it could become dangerous.
4. SHOOT OFF FIREWORKS
5. MAGIC HOUSE
Enjoy a day out with some total hands on activities. Sure, it may be directed for little kids, but who isn’t imaginative?
3. WATER BALLOON FIGHT
No pool access? No need! Go up to the local grocery store and buy a pack of water balloons. Water balloon fights are just as much fun and get you equally wet.
2. LEARN HOW TO PLAY AN INSRTUMENT
Want to be part of band next fall? Start practicing! Try something new by learning how to play a fun instrument like the drums.
1.FIND OUT HOW MANY LICKS IT TAKES TO GET TO THE CENTER OF A TOOTSIE POP
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