https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr Activities for youth to get involved with their communities and to stay active during the summer. en-us 2021-05-09 07:39:40 UTC 2023-02-26 21:56:02 UTC hello@padlet.com jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507450293 This is a ten week program that many schools and clubs partner with and use to get kids active and running. During this program, whoever is leading it sets a goal for the youth to accomplish within those ten weeks. The kids meet up a few times a week to go on runs, and most importantly have fun! If there isn't one near you, you can start one at your school for free! You can find more information about Kids Run the Nation at: https://www.rrca.org/kids-run-the-nation/curriculum]]> 2021-05-10 02:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507450293 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507485066 Many schools and cities have soccer programs for kids to participate in during the summer. It is a great way for kids to make new friends, or have fun with ones they already have! Soccer is a good way to be active by running around on the field, trying to kick the ball into the team goal. It teaches kids about teamwork. ]]> 2021-05-10 02:27:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507485066 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507494130 Hiking is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature. The hike can be as short or long as you want. All you need is some good walking shoes, water, and maybe even a snack if you would like. There are many trails to explore! If you have a hard time finding a hiking trail you can find some at: https://www.alltrails.com/]]> 2021-05-10 02:31:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507494130 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507495648 Hosting a charity carwash is a great way to get involved with your local community! All you need is a water hose, buckets of water, some soap, a car brush or sponge, and to put up a few signs around the area, and you are ready to start washing. You can charge a few dollars, and choose a local charity or nonprofit organization to donate that money too. This can help youth get to know more of their community while giving back to it as well. You can find local nonprofits at: https://greatnonprofits.org/near-me/ ]]> 2021-05-10 02:32:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507495648 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507498200 There are many summer basketball leagues and clubs in the summer for youth to participate in. It's a great way to make friends and to have fun! It helps keep you active by running up and down the court trying to score a basket. To help find basketball camps and leagues near you go to: https://playnbasketball.com/youth-basketball-leagues-near-me/wisconsin/ ]]> 2021-05-10 02:33:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507498200 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507503487 Have you ever gone to the park but get bored because there is no one to play with? With Weekly Playground Fun you can organize a group of kids to play at the playground with you once a week, or more if you would like! Contact some other kids and their parents around your community to go to the park and play on set days and times throughout the summer. ]]> 2021-05-10 02:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507503487 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507505554 Have you ever been walking on a nature trail or playing in a park and saw garbage everywhere? Doing a clean up walk is a great way to help with this problem, all while helping nature and getting involved with the community. This can be done either by yourself or you can gather a group of people to help you. All you need is a garbage bag and maybe some gardening or plastic gloves to stay safe. Then pick a park or nature trail and start picking up trash as you walk through it. ]]> 2021-05-10 02:36:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507505554 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507515285 This is a great activity to do on rainy days as it is an activity that does not take up much space. You can also do it at a park or in your backyard. All you need, if you are doing yoga outside, is a beach towel or a yoga mat. It is a good way to stretch out while being active. For some yoga poses visit: https://www.verywellfit.com/essential-yoga-poses-for-beginners-3566747 ]]> 2021-05-10 02:40:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507515285 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507724925 Going for a bike ride is a great activity to do to get to know the area of your community better. By biking around your neighborhood and community, you can learn more about what the community is like. You can do this by yourself, or with family, friends, or even other members of the community! All you need is a bicycle and a helmet for safety. ]]> 2021-05-10 04:40:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507724925 jennicabena https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507725076 This is a great way to stay active during the summer. Many cities have a pool for the community to use. You can either swim for fun or you can even take lessons at these community pools or even a local YMCA. To find a pool near you go to: https://www.swimmersguide.com/ ]]> 2021-05-10 04:40:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jennicabena/dlshqdw9vtut07dr/wish/1507725076