50+ exciting activities for your adult spring bucket list

Wildflowers – read the poem here

Winter is over!

After a long three months of dark days & cold weather, spring has finally arrived, & with it, a host of fun activities to enjoy the sunshine.

If you’re looking to make this a memorable season, read on for 50 activity ideas to enjoy the best of spring.

Photo by Charity Beth Long on Unsplash

1. Make homemade lemonade.

Try this healthy recipe from The Busy Baker

2. Give yourself a spring mani/pedi.

Looking for a natural nail polish? I love this brand.

3. Go hiking.

4. Start a garden.

5. Spring clean your home.

Check out this list of tips from Good Housekeeping to get you started.

Me enjoying huckleberry ice cream at Moo’s Gourmet Ice Cream in Jackson Hole, WY

6. Eat local ice cream.

7. Watch the sunset or sunrise.

8. Go to a farmer’s market & make dinner or dessert from the ingredients.

Check out these healthy spring recipe ideas from Feasting at Home for some inspiration.

9. Pick wildflowers.

10. Eat breakfast outside.

Make it extra special with one of these healthy spring breakfast recipes from Eating Well.

11. Make a bird feeder for your backyard.

Not naturally handy? Check out this post from Country Living for 12 DIY bird feeder ideas.

12. Read a book outside at a café.

Bookshelf looking a little empty? Here are some books to add to you TBR list this spring.

13. Attend a baseball game.

Antioxidant Boost Salad – get the recipe here

14. Try a new healthy recipe.

Check out this post for some healthy spring recipe inspiration.

15. Thrift a new spring outfit.

16. Send someone you love a letter or card.

Bonus points if you include a pressed or dried flower.

17. Go berry picking.

And then make one of these healthy dessert recipes from Eating Well.

18. Decorate your house with pastels & flowers.

Check out these fun DIY spring decor ideas from The Spruce Crafts.

Me doing yoga in the sunshine

19. Try a new workout.

Bonus points if it gets you outdoors & into the sunshine.

20. Bake cookies.

Try one of these delicious spring cookie recipes from Taste of Home.

21. Paint rocks.

Leave them around your town for people to find!

22. Go stargazing.

23. Have a spa night at home.

Try out this three-step spring facial from Hello Glow.

24. Volunteer.

25. Spend the day at your local park.

26. Sunbathe.

27. Host a potluck with friends.

Try one of these spring potluck recipes from Taste of Home.

Me at The Avett Brothers concert during our road trip to Philadelphia

28. Enjoy an outdoor concert.

29. Have a wine & cheese picnic.

30. Host a brunch with friends.

Try one of these delicious spring brunch recipes from Brit + Co.

31. Go happy hour hopping.

32. Go to a drive-in movie.

33. Visit a local museum.

34. Decorate eggs for Easter.

35. Feed the ducks.

Joseph & me enjoying the Cherry Blossoms in Washington, DC

36. Go sightseeing in your local city.

37. Visit a winery or brewery.

38. Go camping.

39. Go horseback riding.

40. Watch all the Oscar-winning movies.

41. Buy a new colorful umbrella for those April showers.

Me & Joseph on our Wyoming & Montana trip.

42. Go on a road trip.

You can find some inspiration for your travels here.

43. Visit your local library.

44. Have a bonfire & roast s’mores.

Elevate your traditional s’more recipe with these creative ideas from Shared Appetite.

45. Go on a bike ride.

46. Do yoga outdoors.

47. Create a spring wreath.

Here is some DIY inspiration from Country Living to get you started.

48. Do a random act of kindness.

Check out the official Random Acts of Kindness website for some ideas.

49. Dance in the rain.

50. Make a scrapbook filled with photos from all your spring adventures!

51. Bonus for you: Here is a spring playlist to listen to while you complete all your favorite activities. Listen on Spotify.

What is your favorite spring activity? Share with me in the comments below!

I would love to see your spring adventures! Please share photos to your Instagram or TikTok & tag me @TylerVLayne with the hashtag #SpringBucketList2023

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Round-up of my top 10 blog posts of 2022

Me working on my blog

I can’t believe how fast 2022 flew by! And in all that busyness, I can’t thank all of you enough for your support of my blog. Time is precious & there are many writers out there, so I am honored that you have chosen to spend some of your cherished reading time with me.

To reflect back on the past year, I wanted to share my top 10 blog posts, ranked by popularity. Take a stroll with me down memory lane, maybe read one you missed, and leave me a comment below on which blog post was your favorite!

1. 5 Positive Affirmations for a Joyful Winter

As is common for most Januarys, we were all inspired last year to take charge of our health5 Positive Affirmations for a Joyful Winter was my most popular blog post last year! These affirmations were designed to help with mental health during those dark winter months. You can read the full blog post & download the free printable affirmations here.

2. 50 Fun Activities for Your Adult Summer Bucket List

Before we know it, the warmer months will return. Here are 50 fun activities to do this summer.

3. Assateague Island: Maryland’s Hidden Weekend Getaway

This was such a fun trip! My mom & I went on a girl’s trip to Assateague Island, which, despite living in Maryland my entire life, I had never been to! You can read about our adventures & get ideas for your next trip here.

4. Pittsburgh Weekend Trip: Mental Health, Music & the Monongahela Incline

Joseph surprised me for my birthday with tickets to go see Imagine Dragons in Pittsburgh! It was a bucket list goal of mine & a dream come true. And, of course, we made a weekend trip of it. You can read about our adventures & get ideas to plan your next trip to this historic city here.

5. 10 Helpful Tips for Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

If you find you are struggling with feelings of sadness this season, give this blog post a read for 10 tips that may help you improve your mental health.

6. Why I’m Running the New York City Marathon

Running the New York City Marathon was a bucket list dream for me, & I got to do it alongside my team members at Charm City Run. Read about my running journey & what inspired me to run this race here.

7. 5 Easy & Healthy Salad Recipes for Lunchtime

Need some easy lunch ideas for work? This blog post has 5 easy & healthy salad recipes that will keep you feeling satisfied all afternoon.

8. 7 Simple Productivity Tips for Busy People

Do you struggle with staying motivated, procrastination or finishing tasks? Maybe you’re feeling burnt out from a busy work schedule or overwhelmed with out-of-work responsibilities. Here are 7 simple tips to help increase your productivity, so you can spend your free time doing the things you actually want to do.

9. North Carolina Weekend Trip: Hiking, Zip Lining & Delicious BBQ

For Joseph’s birthday, I gifted him a weekend trip to North Carolina! Read about our adventures hiking up Chimney Rock, visiting the town where The Andy Griffith Show was filmed, going zip lining, & more in this throwback blog post.

And watch Joseph’s awesome vlog from our trip here.

10. 10 Fun Ways to Stay Cool in the Summer Heat

Summer months can be brutally hot. Here are 10 ways to stay cool once the warmer months return.

What was your favorite blog post last year? Let me know in the comments below!

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Mid-Year Roundup of My Top Blog Posts in 2022

Me working on my blog

We are halfway through the year!

I can’t believe how fast 2022 is flying by. And in all that busyness, I can’t thank all of you enough for your support of my blog. Time is precious & there are many writers out there, so I am honored that you have chosen to spend some of your cherished reading time with me.

To reflect back on these past six months, I wanted to share my top 10 blog posts so far this year, ranked by popularity. Take a stroll with me down memory lane, maybe read one you missed, and leave me a comment below on which blog post has been your favorite!

1. 5 Positive Affirmations for a Joyful Winter

As is common for most Januarys, we were all inspired to take charge of our health. 5 Positive Affirmations for a Joyful Winter was my most popular blog post this year! These affirmations were designed to help with mental health during those dark winter months, but they are perfect for anyone looking for peace of mind anytime of the year. You can read the full blog post & download the free printable affirmations here.

2. 22 Healthy Habits to Make 2022 Your Best Year

Did you read this blog post back in January? Did you adopt any of the healthy habits? Let me know! And in the meantime, go check out this blog post to see how well you are doing in your health journey this year, & to help you get back on track in any areas you may be struggling.

3. Assateague Island: Maryland’s Hidden Weekend Getaway

This was such a fun trip! My mom & I went on a girl’s trip to Assateague Island, which, despite living in Maryland my entire life, I had never been to! You can read about our adventures & get ideas for your next trip here.

4. Pittsburgh Weekend Trip: Mental Health, Music & the Monongahela Incline

Joseph surprised me for my birthday with tickets to go see Imagine Dragons in Pittsburgh! It was a bucket list goal of mine & a dream come true. And, of course, we made a weekend trip of it. You can read about our adventures & get ideas to plan your next trip to this historic city here.

5. 10 Helpful Tips for Dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Winter may be long gone, but feelings of sadness can still creep in anytime of the year. If you find that you are struggling, give this blog post a read for 10 tips that may help you improve your mental health.

6. 7 Simple Productivity Tips for Busy People

Do you struggle with staying motivated, procrastination or finishing tasks? Maybe you’re feeling burnt out from a busy work schedule or overwhelmed with out-of-work responsibilities. Here are 7 simple tips to help increase your productivity, so you can spend your free time doing the things you actually want to do.

7. North Carolina Weekend Trip: Hiking, Zip Lining & Delicious BBQ

For Joseph’s birthday, I gifted him a weekend trip to North Carolina! Read about our adventures hiking up Chimney Rock, visiting the town where The Andy Griffith Show was filmed, going zip lining, & more in this throwback blog post.

And watch Joseph’s awesome vlog from our trip here.

8. 5 Easy & Healthy Salad Recipes for Lunchtime

Need some easy lunch ideas for work? This blog post has 5 easy & healthy salad recipes that will keep you feeling satisfied all afternoon.

9. 9 Travel Tips for Budget-Friendly Trips in the US

At number nine, we have nine budget-friendly travel tips. If you have a vacation coming up this summer, or if you think you can’t afford a vacation this year, these tips will help you save money & make the most out of your future trips.

10. Sustainability & Health: What’s the Connection?

When people think of sustainability, they often think it’s just for our planet. But sustainable habits benefit our health, too! Read this blog post to learn more about how adapting a sustainable lifestyle can help you live a healthier life & what first steps you can take.

What was your favorite blog post so far this year? Let me know in the comments below!

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