Fun Social Distancing Activities for Summer

As the summer continues, social distancing and face masks are in full effect. You can still have fun for the rest of the summer months, even though safety precautions are being taken. Spend time outdoors, learn a new skill, or safely spend time with others. Here are some fun activities to enjoy for the rest of the summer. 

Camping

Many people need a getaway from their homes, especially after staying inside them during stay-at-home orders. Since vacations and cruise ships are not the safest options at the moment, a great alternative is to go camping. Find a campground where you can pitch a tent or bring your RV. 

Plan outdoor activities to pass the time while you are there. Come prepared for poor weather conditions. You never know when it will downpour or get chilly out. Be sure to bring the essentials along with you including:

• Flashlight

• Water bottle

• Blanket

• Sleeping bag

• Bug spray

• Sunscreen

• Eating utensils

• Hand sanitizer

• Tent

A Day On the Water

If you live near a lake or ocean, the socially distant options are endless. Find a place that rents kayaks or stand-up paddleboards. Take your family out on the boat for a day of tubing. Spend some time at the beach. Bring out the old fishing rods that you have not used in a while. Don’t like the heat during the daytime? Bring a picnic blanket and some snacks to watch the sunset or sunrise over the water. 

Start a Garden

It is not too late to start a healthy garden this summer! This could be both indoors or outdoors. Up your cooking game with fresh ingredients. Some herbs that are easy to grow in your home include basil, parsley, mint, and thyme. Crops that you can plant in late summer/fall months include kale, spinach, squash, and cucumbers. Get your garden started with planters that encourage plant growth.

Movie Night

Instead of going to a traditional movie theater, find a drive-in theater nearby to watch a movie or two. This is the perfect way to stay socially distant and outdoors. If there is not a drive-in near you, set up a projector in your backyard, and stream a movie from Netflix or Hulu. 

Another option is to host a virtual movie night with your friends and family through Zoom and Netflix Party. Vote on a favorite movie, dress in comfy clothes, and enjoy a movie night together. 

Enjoy the Rest of Summer

Although this summer differs from in previous years, you can still have fun with your friends and family, just at a socially safe distance! Skylight Creative hopes that these activities spark more innovative ideas for you! Comment down below with some of your favorite pastimes this summer. 

If you have questions or want to learn more about Skylight Creative, give us a call at 410.879.8401 or contact us on the website.

5 Things To Make Your Beach Day Better

Soaking in the sun outdoors is the best way to spend your time this summer. Although this summer has differed from the past years, you can still enjoy a socially distant beach day! Make your beach days even better with these five things.

Have Somewhere To Sit

Be sure to bring something for you, your friends, and family to sit or lay on. A beach towel or large blanket is a perfect lightweight solution for a seat. You can also bring a traditional beach chair that you can relax in on the sand or near the water. If you want an all-in-one chair, the party beach chair has a cooler, side table, and umbrella attached to it! 

Keep Your Food and Drinks Cool

Food and drinks will fuel your energy when spending a long day at the beach. While in the heat, you will want to keep everything as cool as possible. Stainless steel water bottles keep drinks colder much longer than plastic water bottles. If you bring alcoholic beverages in a can or bottle, a koozie is a great option to keep them cool while holding them in your hands. Everything that you bring to the beach can be conveniently placed in one large rolling cooler.

Stay Protected From the Sun

It is never fun to end your day at the beach with burnt skin. Take precautions so your skin is protected against the sun’s harmful UV rays. Remember to bring sunscreen and reapply it every few hours. Wear a hat to protect your face and glasses to protect your eyes. You can also set up an umbrella to rest under when you need a break from the heat. We now carry a customizable sunburn alert UV color changing sticker from Sun Burn Alert. The color changes to blue when it is time to reapply your sunscreen. 

Play Outdoor Games

Playing games on the beach is the best way to pass the time. A classic game of corn hole is both fun and competitive. You can bring a beach ball into the water to play “keep it up.” If it is not too windy of a day, Frisbie is another option for some physical activity. 

Chill and Take Some Time to Yourself

Pro tip–bring a waterproof speaker so you can jam out to upbeat music or relax to soothing sounds. Start reading a new book, or bring along one of your old favorites. Take a walk on the beach to find shells or shark teeth. Spending a bit of alone time can reduce your stress levels and result in a happier rest of your week!

Have Some Fun In the Sun

Skylight Creative hopes that the rest of your summer is safe and fun. Create great memories on the beach with your friends and family. We hope these five things make your beach days even better. If you have any questions or want to learn more about Skylight Creative, give us a call at 410.879.840 or contact us online.

Promotional Products: Bags 101

When it comes to promotional products, bags have one of the highest impression rates. In fact, about 31% of all U.S consumers own some type of promotional bag. 

Whether it’s a bookbag, tote, or shopping bag, these items are great for advertising your business because they are portable and people take them to a multitude of places. Here are some of the most popular types of bags to use when investing in promotional products! 

Bookbags

The great thing about bookbags is that they can be used for both children and adults. If your target audience is adults, consider investing in a high-quality, customized book bag that can hold a lot of weight. 

Typically, adults that are carrying book bags are using them to hold laptops or other creative equipment (i.e photography/videography equipment). 

A book bag is pretty much a walking advertisement, as anybody who walks behind someone with one on will notice the brand printed onto it. 

Tote Bags

A tote bag is a great promotional product because of its versatility in functionality. For women, a tote bag can double as a fashion accessory and everyday bag to store daily essentials inside of. Women typically carry their bags everywhere they go, making this a great item for advertising. 

Tote bags can also be used as a gym bag, storing weights, water bottles, yoga mats, and more! Many people go to the gym on a daily basis, so it’s sure to reach a large amount of people. 

Other great uses for totes are overnight bags, beach bags, and picnic bags! The possibilities are endless with your customized tote! 

Reusable Shopping Bags

If you are looking for a great way to promote your brand while also saving the environment, a reusable shopping bag is the perfect idea. Reusable shopping bags are similar to totes, but are made out of a different material that allows them to hold more weight. 

Plastic bags have shown to be harmful to the environment, so these reusable bags have increased in popularity over the years. In fact, some grocery stores don’t even use plastic bags anymore at all, only offering reusable shopping bags instead.

Luggage Bags

Thousands of people travel everyday, and if you’ve ever been inside of an airport or train station, you know just how busy they are at all times. The perfect way to gain some brand recognition is to sell customized luggage bags. 

The airport alone will give your bag exposure to hundreds of people at one time. Luggage bags that are high quality and have a nice design will stand out and are bound to get attention in a busy setting such as the airport, train station, or bus stop.

Contact Skylight Creative Ideas Today for Your Customized Bags!

Skylight Creative Ideas, Inc. has been a leader in the promotional products industry since

1977. Our goal is to provide top-notch customer service, innovative ideas, and high quality

products to help our clients exceed their marketing objectives.

Located in Bel Air, MD, we have access to over 750,000 promotional products and can help

your business with anything from awards to corporate apparel.

For more information, contact us at (410)-879-8401 or visit our website www.skylightcreativeideas.com to see all of the products we have to offer!