- Kathryn Kanuszewski
10 First Day of Summer Activities

Today at 5:43pm, begins the 2020 Summer Solstice. The sun will reach its highest point in the sky. This will leave us with the longest day of the year, and the first day of Summer. Below are some fun things you can do to celebrate this special day. Also support some local Grand Rapids area businesses while your at it!
1. Go Berry Picking
Moelker Orchards & Farm Market
2. Pack Your Bag and Go Swimming
Grand Haven State Park Beach
Zwemer Beach
Buchanan St. Beach
3. Get Some Ice Cream
Pinkie's Ice Cream and Desserts
4. Take Your Workout Outside

5. Take the Boat Out
Indian Channel Boat Launch
Fruitport Boat Launch
Harbor Island Boat Launch
6. Campfire on the Beach

7. Go Hiking
Aman Park
Blandford Nature Center Trail
Reeds Lake Trail
8. Host a Cookout

9. Check Out a Local Farmers Market
10. Go Hammocking
John Ball Park
Wilcox Park
Grand Ravines County Park