Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, is almost here! With听such a special birthday coming, it’s important you take some time to get prepared for a proper celebration.
To help you get ready, we’ve put together some great tips to make the most out of this year’s Fourth of July.
Tip #1 Invest in a fan
A fan serves an even greater purpose than keeping you cool. The moving air is also a natural mosquito repellent. With a fan, you can enjoy the great outdoors feeling cooler and without swatting mosquitos all night.
Tip #2 Make your own “thunder calming shirt” for your pets before fireworks
Whether you plan to go out and watch fireworks or light some yourself, making sure your pets are calm before you go is important. If you don’t want to buy a thunder jacket, check out for an easy DIY.
Tip #3 Try some听Fourth of July themed foods
To get you thinking about Independence Day, why not try cooking some patriotic foods? Bake a pie and decorate it with American colors, or even make a American flag cake. Grilling some traditional BBQ is always great, so long as it reminds you of childhood favorites and America!
Tip #4 Or make some simple听Watermelon Juice
Watermelon is a great summertime treat that will go with just about any dish you serve this Fourth of July. This time around, try turning your favorite side dish into your favorite drink. For easy instructions, check out this .
Tip #5 But more importantly, brush up on your history
What’s an Independence Day celebration without taking some time to think about those who made it happen. This Fourth of July, take some time to reread the events that took place July 4, 1776 so you can truly know the meaning of the day’s celebration.
Tip #6 Memorize at least one amendment in the Bill of Rights
Speaking of Independence Day, why not celebrate your freedoms by learning more about them? The first ten amendments to the Constitution of the United States are known as the Bill of Rights, which lists out each freedom you are guaranteed as an American citizen.
Without the events that took place in 1776, there would be no Bill of Rights. So make sure you know at least one of them and memorize it this Fourth of July. Then you can cite it to your friends like a pro.
Tip #7 Drive somewhere nearby and soak up some local听history
You might be thinking there isn’t much history in Arizona. But that’s where you’d be wrong! While we may not be near Revolutionary War historical sites, taking time to appreciate history anywhere in the US certainly counts! Here are a couple places in听Arizona that likely aren’t too far from you:
- . Ever heard of the ? They听found out that a river in Arizona doesn’t always mean there’s听water!
- ,听听辞谤 .听What will get you feeling more American than living in the Old West or a ghost听town for a day?
- in Downtown Phoenix.听Buy an old fashioned Coke and take a walk through听history to听get you feeling like a true American.
- .听Arguably one of the most ancient ruins in the country, Montezuma Castle听says history like no other place.
- .听The original state capitol and home to the oldest rodeo.
Tip #8 Above all,听spend the day with someone you care about
Of course, the best part of any holiday is that you can surround yourself with people you love. Whether it’s a significant other or family and friends, be sure to spend your Independence with people you care about.
- How are you planning on spending your Fourth of July? Share with us in the comments below!
