Happy fall, y'all! Pumpkins are everywhere, Halloween costumes are lining the store shelves and the beautiful fall weather is finally upon us. Make the most of the season and create your own fall bucket list. We have a few suggestions to help you enjoy the beauty of nature and time with your family.
Go Apple Picking Local orchards like Fairmount Orchard on Signal Mountain or Apple Valley Orchards in Cleveland are a great weekend spot. Enjoy picking apples and other fresh baked treats. Not only are apples delicious, they also make a healthy snack.
Take a Hike The cooler fall weather and vibrant scenery make fall the perfect time to enjoy a family hike. Greenway Farms in Hixson or Reflection Riding in Lookout Valley offer family friendly trails for all ages.
Pick Out a Halloween Costume No matter if you buy one at the store or make your own, one of the best parts of fall is deciding what to dress up as for Halloween. From ghosts and goblins to a fairy princess, use your imagination to come up with your favorite character.
Watch a Halloween Movie Fall is filled with great seasonal movies! Curl up on the couch with a blanket and watch one of your favorites! We suggest Hocus Pocus!
Decorate a Pumpkin Do you prefer carving a pumpkin or decorating one? Making your own jack-o-lantern is a fall must do! Save the pumpkin seeds and bake them for a tasty treat filled with fiber and Vitamin E.
Try Pumpkin Flavored Foods Tis’ the season for pumpkin flavored everything! From coffees and candy to waffles and cereal, the sky is the limit when it comes to this fall flavor. Be adventurous and try the craziest pumpkin concoction you can find.
Make Smores Fall temperatures make the perfect excuse to light up the backyard fire pit or host a bonfire. Stop by the grocery store for graham crackers, chocolate bars and marshmallows to create the perfect autumn treat.
Find Colorful Leaves Mother Nature paints the trees just like a canvas this time of year. Head out for a scavenger hunt to find the brightest and most unique leaves.
Visit a Corn Maze Spend the day lost in a corn maze with your family. Keep your family active and working as a team to find their way out.
Make a List of Things You are Thankful For We have plenty of blessings in our lives to be thankful for. Spend a few minutes this season sharing your appreciation for the people you love.