Make the Most Out of Lazy Lenexa Days

Tired of seeing your kids turn glassy-eyed after a day spent playing videos games or playing on the internet? If you are moving to Lenexa, there are plenty of fun activities that will get even the most lethargic of kids excited and off the couch. Just because school is out, does not mean that there are no fun activities. Your local Lenexa movers have great ideas to get your kids outside and having fun in their new city.

1. Black Hoof Park. Home of the famous Lenexa Lake, Black Hoof Park is the perfect summer destination for the entire family. Located on 210 acres, the 35-acre lake is the perfect place to go boating and fishing for the day. You can also take advantage of the five-acre trail-way system that is great for bike riding, hiking, or taking a leisurely walk to find a great picnic spot. Not to mention, there are tons of animals that will likely pay a visit throughout your day of fun; including: deer, coyotes, red foxes, birds, frogs and butterflies. So, if you are moving to Lenexa, you may want to get used to these critters.

2. Canyon Farms Golf Club. Located at one of Lenexa's best golf courses, Canyon Farms Golf Club just started offering a summer camp for kids. With week-long camps, your kids will learn skills that will turn them into fantastic golfers, all while in a fun-filled environment. Once they are done, head on over to the batting cages so that your kids can work on perfecting their swing. If you don't want to commit to a weeklong-session of golf camp, then spend the day playing mini golf with your whole family - a great way to take a break from moving.

3. Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Spread out over 53-acres, this beautiful park, located in the heart of Lenexa, was made for summer fun. Expect to be torn between what you want to do first. Do you want to go swimming in their pool first? How about play a game of volley ball? They also have a three acre lake, multiple picnic areas, hiking trails, three soccer fields, five playgrounds, four tennis courts, a historical museum, a railroad caboose and a community garden. Regardless of what you choose to enjoy first, the park has something for every age.

4. Peeper Ranch. While a horse ranch may sound hot during the summer, you will not have to worry about that at Peeper Ranch in Lenexa. Sitting on more than 600 acres, this ranch has over 50,000 square feet of indoor riding areas. Peeper Ranch is the largest equestrian ranch in the Kansas City area. Sign your kids up for horseback riding lessons and they will undoubtedly have the best summer of their life!