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Fall/Winter weather is officially here and I couldn’t be more excited for the holidays. Our family has so many reasons to be grateful this year, and I’m looking forward to commemorating it in our own special way. Apart from the traditional holiday meals and decor, I have also been planning more creative ways for us to enjoy our time together, while taking precautions to socially distance and remain safe.
What better way to accomplish this than with some outdoor activities? Luckily, we have an Academy Sports and Outdoors near our home that has all of the essentials we need from fishing supplies to sports equipment. For your convenience, Academy also provides free services like curbside pick up, assembly on bulk items like bikes and grills, and free shipping on orders of $25 or more.
Fishing
As crazy as Texas weather gets, it has its perks. That includes being able to go fishing during the fall season. Luckily, our family does not have to travel too far to experience the great outdoors since we have a beautiful lake near our neighborhood.
Our upcoming outdoors day would make it the first time that the boys and I have been fishing. If you’re anything like me and weren’t blessed with natural survival skills, you may be quite inept when it comes to planning a fishing day. That’s why I went straight to Academy to find all the supplies my family needed. They have beginner-friendly rod and reel combos for adults and kids, as well as tackle boxes and bait if you’re not quite ready to handle real worms. If you are more on the adventurous side and plan to get out on the water during your fishing trip, you can find great deals on fishing shirts, boat shoes, and even kayaks and canoes!
Backyard Fun For Everyone
Even if you live in an area where you can’t go fishing, there are other ways for your family to make the most of your time outside. One of our favorite pastimes is outdoor cooking. From grilling meats and veggies to roasting smores, and even preparing fried turkeys, Academy Sports and Outdoors has what you need to have your next barbecue sizzling. You can find a variety of grills on sale, along with supplies for prepping and cooking.
If colder temperatures are making you think twice about stepping outside, you will love gathering around this heavy-duty metal fire pit that’s perfect for roasting smores and more.
Let The Good Times Roll
Another idea that’s sure to get your entire family moving around are bicycles for rides through the park. Academy Sports + Outdoors has bikes in different styles and designs, including these adorable Paw Patrol and Star Wars Rebels themed children’s bicycles.
You can also find a battery-powered mini quad all-terrain vehicle (ATV) replica for children. Expect plenty of joy when your child experiences the treaded tires that provide traction over different terrains. For a limited time, you can get it for 50% off the retail price.
Bundled Up Together
No matter how you decide to spend your outdoor time this season, your family’s comfort is something you don’t want to play with. Fortunately, Academy has got you covered! Step out in style with fashionable and affordable finds ranging from jackets and vests, base layers and thermals, sweatpants, and gloves and beanies that provide insulation from the frosty winter bite.
More Outdoor Ideas
Need more ideas to consider? Check out some of these activities and the awesome deals with them!
