With the advent of summer comes the sweet taste of melting Popsicle freedom. And even between mindless summer jobs and over-your-head internships, that feeling of freedom can still eventually turn into a dull and lazy boredom. If you're away from New Orleans, you'll probably wish you weren't, and if you're in New Orleans, you'll probably wish you were located directly inside of an iceberg.
When you find yourself lying motionless for 10 plus hours because you are too bored to move, or when you have finally met your daily quota of daiquiris at the levee, remember: there are other options! No matter your summer location, there's a guaranteed wealth of unique and interesting ways to spend your free time. Here are a few fun and (relatively) cheap suggestions:
1. Go camping Research the state parks and camping grounds in your area, and gather up some supplies, friends (including at least one who can successfully pitch a tent) and beverages for a night in the wilderness. Around New Orleans, the Fontainebleau and St. Bernard state parks are your best bets for camping, and they even feature fancy accoutrements like pools, boat rentals and a sailboat ramp.
2. Rent a moon bounce Who doesn't like to moon bounce? Split the cost with a group of friends - a standard moon bounce costs around $150 for three hours - and use an available backyard or open public space for set-up. Google "moon bounce" and your city of choice for many, many attractive choices: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-themed or Princess Castle?!
3. Have a Beer Potluck Gather a big group of friends together and ask everyone to bring a six pack of a delicious gourmet or international beer to share. Pick and choose, and proceed to potluck!
4. Go to the flea market From ancient Furbies to elaborate tapestries of jungle cats, the flea market has it all - well, if "all" includes everything that you don't need but will immediately want anyway. Again, take to the Internet, and if you're in New Orleans, the Jefferson Flea Market is a true hidden gem that, for some reason, has an enormously large selection of framed felines.
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