While we have been stuck at home, we have slowly seen our state of California reopen. If you are reading from another state that has reopened fully use this as a fun, cost-effective, and creative list of things to do this summer.

1. Go camping in your backyard

In our research of places to camp this summer, it's appearing limited. And what's more, fun than to go to the backyard, pitch a tent, grab the air mattress and blankets and snuggle up with a laptop and a movie!

2. Take a hike somewhere

This is something we do often. Get out of the house and burn some energy!

3. Have a neighborhood scavenger hunt in your neighborhood

If you have kids this will be a good one to do for them. We love this idea and know it takes a bit of mental energy to pull off but can have a great reward!

4. Cook Through an Entire Cookbook

This is what Carly has been doing -- cooking like crazy. Her collection of cookbooks is extensive and so right now she is cooking through The Defined Dish Cookbook. Every recipe thus far has been a winner!

5. Start a Bike Brigade With Your Neighbors

Each night after dinner, hop on your bike and ride with your neighbors. It burns energy before bed and helps to breathe that fresh air!

6. Play Lawn Bowling

We are a leisure sports crowd over here and all we've wanted to do is GO BOWLING. Well...now you can. CHECK THIS LAWN BOWLING SET OUT!

7. Join a Summer Reading Challenge

We are reading a minimum of two books a month and hope you'll join us too!