Summer Family Fun

SUMMER FOOD FUN | KEEPING ACTIVE | FOOD SAFETY | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Summer is upon us! Need ideas to help your family make the most of these summer days? Check out the following tips and resources for making this summer fun, healthy, and active!

Summer Food Fun

For many of us, one of the favorite parts of summer is enjoying more fresh fruits and vegetables. Whether you enjoy growing your own garden produce, visiting a farmers market or shopping at your local grocer, you are likely to find great tasting fruits and vegetable for you family. Here are some easy recipes for summer:

Barbeque Chicken Chopped Salad

Cool as a Cucumber Whole Grain Wrap

Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Crisps

Mango Tango Black Bean Salsa

Refreshing Watermelon Salad

Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Tuna Melt

Yogurt Freezer Pops

Keeping Active in the Summer

Summertime often means lots of time to play but it can also be a time where you are so on-the-go that there is not enough time for needed exercise! Physical activity is important for children and adults of all ages, all through the seasons, rain or shine. Here are a few ideas and check out our Outdoor Physical Activity section for more!

Beat the Heat

Creative Cups

Water Fun in the Sun

Tips for Staying Hydrated During the Summer

Summertime Snacking with Salsa

Summer Shines on Busy Schedules

Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

Summer Food Safety

Food poisoning tends to increase during the summer months because bacteria multiply faster when it's warm. People also cook outside, away from refrigerators, thermometers, and sinks more often. Here are a few tips and tricks to keep your family healthy and safe this summer.