Fall Activities for the Family

13 Fall Activities for the Family

1. Go Apple Picking

Apple picking is a great family bonding activity! In need of beautiful orchard locations? Check out the top apple-picking locations around the country.

2. Have a Fire

Host a fire for family and friends! Roast hot dogs or marshmallows on a crisp fall night. Also, check out this list of 10 foods you can cook over the fire.

3. Make Dinner Inside a Pumpkin

Pumpkins don't have to be just for decoration! Serve dinner in a mini one and spice things up a bit.

4. Warm up with Soup

What is more comforting than a warm bowl of homemade soup on a fall day? Nothing. Plus you can make it a family activity by having the kiddos help out!

5. Bring Pie to a Neighbor

Everyone loves pie - especially as a thoughtful gesture! Try making this Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Fudge Pie and take it to a neighbor!

6. Go to a Pumpkin Patch

Visit your local farm and pick out fall pumpkins! You can make it a contest to see who can find the best or worst pumpkin.

7. Navigate a Corn Maze

Take your kids through a corn maze! See what the average time is to complete and how long it takes you.

8. Toast Pumpkin Seeds

There are all sorts of recipes for pumpkin seeds, including: Parmesan herb spiced seeds and cinnamon-sugar toasted seeds.

9. Make Homemade Halloween Costumes

Look for DIY Halloween costume ideas on Pinterest and have the family dress up together this October!

10. Watch 'Hocus Pocus' as a Family

Need we say more? It's a Halloween classic!

11. Unplug for the Day

Make a pact as a family (parents included) for everyone to turn off their phones for the day. Spend the time enjoying all that fall has to offer!

12. Go to a Football Game

Root for your local football team at a home game! They're a great way to spend the cool nights.

13. Run a 5K

There are plenty of opportunities to run a 5K this fall! Ask around or check out your local newspaper for upcoming ones. They're a great way to get active and out of the house.

Stay gourd-geous,

Your friends at Mountain West

Source: Woman's Day