Summer Fun – Social Distancing Style

May 22, 2020

Summer is almost here and we know everyone is beyond ready to be outside. If you’re looking for some fun and safe things to do this summer, look no further. Check out our list of outdoor social distancing activities you and your family can do this summer.

Hiking Spots

Explore the outdoors in Johnson County.
Go hiking, biking, running and more in Linn County.
Visit Benton County’s beautiful nature trails as well as a 21-hole disc golf course!

Drive in Movies

Blue Grass Drive-In Theater – Blue Grass, IA
61 Drive In Theatre – Delmar, IA

Farmer’s Markets

Order Online at the Iowa City Farmers Market. Carts open on Tuesday at noon, and the deadline for orders will be Wednesday at noon or until the pick-up windows are full. Register here.
Cedar Rapids Farmers Market is hosting a ‘drive-thru’ market on June 6^th and June 20^th. Orders must be placed online. For directions and more information, visit here.

Water Fun

Lake McBride Boat rentals – social distance on a paddle board, kayak, pedal boat or canoe.
Pinicon Ridge Park – Call for a reservation of a paddleboat, canoe or kayak.
There are so many places to go fishing! Make sure you purchase your fishing license before heading out to the water.

Backyard Camping

Nothing is more fun than roasting s’more’s over the fire and pitching a tent for the night. The best part of being in the backyard: access to indoor plumbing and your real bed. Get more ideas for your backyard campsite from this checklist.

Gardening

Gardening is great activity for the whole family! Check out some of the local florist for beautiful plants for your yard and home.