Get Outside for Exercise<\/h3>\n
Exercise is important year-round, but the colder weather sometimes makes it hard to take your usual neighborhood walks. Instead of lamenting the cold temperatures, embrace them! Find great local spots to participate in winter sports, including snowshoeing, hiking, and skiing. Many outdoor stores rent gear for winter outings, so you don\u2019t have to invest in a pair of snowshoes before you\u2019ve tried the sport! Check apps like AllTrails<\/a> for local advice regarding the best winter hiking trails and ask for senior discounts at recreation areas.<\/p>\n Neighborhoods seem to come alive with light and laughter this time of year, so take an evening to stroll through the streets, taking it all in. Not only will you see light displays from individual houses, but you may also come across spontaneous block parties where friends new and old gather around a fire pit sipping hot cider and telling stories. For the most impressive displays, check out the Long Beach Post’s Holiday Lights Map<\/a>. Some even set everything to music! If you\u2019d rather walk when it\u2019s light, look out for the beautiful and clever holiday decorations that aren\u2019t lit up\u2014inflatable snowmen, intricate wreaths, and candy cane border stakes, to name a few.<\/p>\n What better way to spread your holiday joy than by joining a caroling group and spreading cheer? Many groups assemble this time of year to tour hospitals, nursing homes, and neighborhoods, singing traditional and contemporary seasonal tunes. You don\u2019t have to be a great singer to join, either\u2014the only requirement is that you have fun! Look for groups from local churches to join, or ask your friends if they know of a group or want to start one with you. You can get the lyrics to many popular carols from sites like this one<\/a>.<\/p>\n Putting up a freshly cut Christmas tree or fragrant garland around your home is one tradition that many families enjoy. Instead of heading to a lot with pre-cut trees, take to the hills and cut your own! Most local governments or forest service sites will publish guidelines for legally cutting trees, including the designated locations, size limits, and permit instructions. Make sure to pack all of the gear you\u2019ll need, including rope, a saw, a first-aid kit, and winter clothing. Typically, a handsaw is substantial enough for most trees, but you\u2019ll need a power saw or ax if you\u2019d like something large. If you\u2019re only looking for fresh garland, consider going with a group that would like a tree\u2014you can clip the extra branches from the base to use as a garland or a wreath base. Pack warm cider in a thermos for the ride home!<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for active ways to get out and enjoy the season, put these ideas on your list today!<\/p>\n The <\/span>Active Aging Series<\/a> is brought to you by our partner, <\/span>Cambrian Homecare<\/a>. Cambrian Homecare has been assisting individuals to stay independent in their homes for 25 years. Flexible experience you can trust, when the best place is still at home. 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Stroll to See the Sights<\/h3>\n
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