Sitback Sunday: Ways to spend your summer with friends

Alright. It's a little late in the summer and most of you are probably trying to cram in any summer-esque activities left. I have never been the sort of person who enjoys the usual hangouts at other people's houses. It gets pretty boring just.... talking.
For those of you like me, here are some ways that you can hang out with your friends and do something worthwhile!

1. Geocaching
Materials needed: an electronic device with GPS capabilities, access to a car

    I was first introduced to geocaching in 8th grade when I joined a "geocaching club" (quotation marks because we did nothing in reality.) I was disinterested at first because my geocaching group just kept getting lost. Not once in that club did we find treasure, until the teacher eventually helped us out of pity. Recently I've come to appreciate this activity. Geocaching is pretty much an international treasure hunt. Using coordinates and a GPS, you can not only find treasure (also known as caches), but you can place them too!

One of the many GPSs you can use

     I'm not going to lie, GPSs can get pretty expensive. The one above is about 100 dollars. But, If you save and split the cost between friends, it should be no problem. There are also apps available for smart phones that cost about 10 dollars.

Find out more:

http://www.geocaching.com/ 

2. Thrift Hopping

Materials needed: cash, access to a car

     Thrift hopping is a term I coined after a very successful Goodwill shopping spree. It's thrift shopping, but going to a ton of different thrift shops instead of just a couple. When you thrift hop, it is probably a good idea to go with friends who are different sizes. That way, you guys don't have to play the "I SAW IT FIRST!" game.

Or you could always share.

3. Film
Materials needed: recording device, active imagination

     Filming with friends can be such a fun experience. You don't have to be afraid of messing up your lines, because you're friends with the whole cast & crew! Filming is a great creative outlet for those interested. I myself have become really interested with film. Always remember: you don't need good equipment to make a good film.

Too fancy for me 

4. Start A Band

Materials needed: various instruments

     I recommend this for people who already have instruments laying around the house. If you have an old guitar your dad doesn't use, why not put it into good use? Sure, your band probably won't be heard by the nation within a week of band practice. But, the fun and good times that come out of an experience like this transcends time. Don't be discouraged if you only have one guitar, or a maraca. People can make good music without 4 different instruments playing together! If you don't believe me, look at this:

Or this:

Psh. What City And Colour obsession?

     In conclusion, there are TONS of things you could be doing with your friends instead of the usual hang. Why sit on the couch when you could be the next Woody Allen? The rest of the summer holds realms of possibilities.

- Chloe