There are about 10 weeks, 72 days, 103,680 minutes, 6,220,800 seconds in your summer. Sounds like plenty of time to get out of the house and soak up the fun. And if you're having trouble, folow these simple rules and you'll be just beachy (;

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Make a Calendar

Homework: For all you SMeagles out there, make sure you take time out of your summer and dedicate it to homework, no procrastinating!

 

Netflix: Tired from all the sun and sand? One day a week can be used for a "stay at home day" to cry over all ten seasons of Grey's Anatomy

 

Family: You can't forget them. Make sure you play a couple card games or go outside with them and maybe add a few comments at the dinner table (share a story or two)

 

Possible vacations: Don't forget, your family may be visiting your grandparents over the summer so make sure you plan around your vacations!

 

Get Gear

 

Supplies:

 

  Sunblock: Going to the beach? Make sure you protect your skin  

  while you get that nice summer glow. You can buy your sunscreen

  at local stores like CVS or Walgreens!

          Body: spray sun block

          Face: Neutrogena

          Tanning: Banana Boat

 

  Towels: Don't want to lie on the hot sand? Get a cheap towel at  

  your local drugstore!

          Walmart: under $10

 

Clothes:

 

  Bathing Suits: Last but not least, if you're going to the beach, go in

  style! Find cute and affordable swim suits or trunks near you.

          Target: under $20

          Trestles Outlet (San Clemente): 2 for $20

 

 

 

 

 

                                                                                    Trestle's Surf Outlet, 2 for

                                                         $20 section

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Summer Wardrobe: Don’t forget the days that require something

  other than a bathing suit!

          Forever 21: active wear

          Pacsun: dresses, shorts, shirts

          Sport's Authority: guy's shorts, t-shirts and running shoes

 

Get Going

Activities:

 

  Rollercoaster/Awesome View- Santa Monica

  For only $8, ride the rollercoaster on the Santa Monica Pier while

  experiencing a beautiful view at the same time!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                       View from Ferris Wheel,

                                                       Santa Monica Pier

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Surfing- San Clemente

  Looking for a beach with great waves? Try surfing at San Clemente

  Beach for the coolest surfing experience with the best waves.

 

  Hiking- O'Neill Regional Park

  With a pretty view and loads of fresh air, get your steps in for the

  day & take a nature hike at O'Neill Park.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                                                Hiking Trail, O'Neill

                                                      Regional Park

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Picnic- Hill at Salt Creek

  Take a little time to relax with some of your closest buds --  pack

  some food and watch the sunset on the grass hill at Salt Creek 

  Beach.

 

  Paddle boarding- Dana Point Harbor

  Not a surfer? That's okay, rent a paddle board at the Dana Point

  Harbor for a refreshing day in the water.

 

  Pictures- Laguna Beach

  Whether you're a tourist, a blogger, or a local, Laguna Beach is one

  of the best spots to take awesome pics.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                              Local Beach Goers, Table Rock    

                                          Laguna Beach

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Bonfire- Huntington Beach

  Spend an evening with family and friends roasting weenies and 

  making s'mores.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                              Marshmallows & Hot Dogs, 

                                           Huntington Beach Fire Pits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Restaurants: Everybody needs a quick bite to eat throughout the day. Try some of these deliciously cheap food outlets that are close to your summer outing.

 

  Near beach:

          Coyote Grill- Table Rock in Laguna Beach

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

         

          Beach Fire Pizza- San Clemente

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

      

          The Harbor House- Dana Point

          Bellagio on Third Street Promenade- Santa Monica

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

          Ice Cream & Funnel Cakes- Santa Monica

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Near O'Neill Park:

          Rose Canyon Cantina- Trabuco Canyon

 

 

Whether you're hiking, biking, swimming, or just hanging around, live your summer to the fullest and make sure to apply sunblock, lace up your shoes, and eat to your heart's content.