1. The Zoo
The animals are most likely to be out and active in the spring before the heat of summer comes. Going to the zoo will also spark some conversation topics that you might not get otherwise. And, let's be honest, every girl loves cute animals.
Obviously, I'm partial to going to lacrosse games, but baseball games, and spring football games, work, too. If you live near a horse track, you could check that out--any sport that is played outside, really. You may not realize it, but sporting events actually are good atmospheres for dates: you sit next to your date, it is okay to talk the entire time, and you don't have to be self-conscious about what you look like while you're eating.
3. Hiking
Hiking trails are all over the place and going for a walk in the woods is always fun. Not to mention, it's exercise, which will release endorphins. It will be a very scenic walk, as everything is just starting to come into bloom (at least in the North it is; it's already bloomed in the South). Just be sure to pick a light trail if you are in the early stages of dating--no one wants to work up a sweat at the beginning of a courtship.
This can accompany a hike, or be by itself. It will be fun to pack up a lunch, and take that special someone to a quiet little spot, and have a nice lunch outdoors. Eating by a river, lake, or the ocean will be scenic, and provide some serene sounds if you live near the water.
5. Historic Tours
This one is better for people who live near places where exciting history actually happened, but going on a tour of a fort, battlefield, or something else along those lines would be a great way to spend the day outside and to learn a little bit more about the history of your area. Usually these are offered at a low cost, and many places will let you explore the grounds by yourself for free.
It may be too cold to swim, but it is warm enough to kick off your shoes and go for a barefoot walk in the sand. Being off-peak season, the beach will be less crowded so it will really give you a chance to talk without feeling like sardines. Go ahead, get your toes wet!
7. The Park
Head over to your local park. If it's a state park, it will have hiking trails, and other activities, to participate in. If you don't live near a park like that, go over to a playground and hit the swings, or let your inner child out, and go down the slides.
8. Outdoor Concert
You may have to do some digging to find out about these, but typically the spring time is also the beginning of outdoor concert series. I'm not talking about big headline musicians, but local bands that put on free (or close to free) concerts for the public.
Springtime also brings a few hot days here and there. On the next hot day, head over to a local ice cream shop (try to avoid the big chain places, if you can), and treat yourselves to a delicious ice cream cone while you walk around outside. If you lack coordination, sit and eat, and then walk after. Pictured is Mad Martha's, located on Martha's Vineyard.
10. Mini Golf
What makes a great evening activity in the summer, also makes a great daytime activity in the spring. If you, or your partner, is ridiculously competitive, this may not be the best date idea, but it can be a great way to relax and have some fun. Perhaps putting a friendly wager on the outcome of the game can add a little extra spice?
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