18 Fun Things You Need to Do This Summer

Head to your local frozen yogurt store — or travel great distances for the best ice cream in America — and try an outrageous flavor.

America's home to several stunning national parks. Take your pick, and make it a Summer trip!

Sip a creative cocktail and twirl to a funky beat at a jazz bar.

Crave a Summer thrill? Hop on a roller coaster at one of the best theme parks in the US.

The sunshine sparkling on the vast waters of the Great Lakes is a sight every American needs to see.

Check out all of the music festivals slated for the upcoming season!

Tap into your inner astronomer and capture the beauty of outerspace this Summer. Track the moon cycles; star-gaze in the wilderness.

Get away from the hubbub of daily life with a tent, a sleeping bag, and a few other essentials. You can brave it alone or bring a friend.

Sign up for a random pen pal from anywhere around the world, or write letters about your Summer escapades to a friend who lives faraway.

Collect the sweet Summer gems at any available fruit farm. Here's a full list of fruits and veggies that ripen in the dog days.

Waterfalls are a Summer staple. If you're not able to travel far, check out these ones within the United States!

Don your favorite bathing suit, slather on SPF, and chill out on a serene beach.

Finally, you'll want to cement all the amazing memories you made — document every fun activity in a scrapbook, and you'll never forget.