Actively Enjoy Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Slump Tired of worrying about what kind of chocolates to get your sweetheart? Sick of thinking about where to go to dinner or the candies you need to buy? Then now is the time to make new Valentines traditions with your loved ones by getting up and being active this Valentines Day!

Forget the Chocolate No need to worry about candies, chocolates, or fancy dinners to sweep your loved one off their feet! There are many ways to enjoy Valentines Day with out the extra sugar, calories, and expensive dinner bill! Take a romantic walk around a local lake, garden or neighborhood while enjoying your loved one and the outdoors. Or, hop on your bikes to a local park and enjoy a healthy picnic for two!

Valentines Exploration Another way to ditch the chocolate and the extra calories is by exploring new places in your town! Check out the… Deep River Waterpark Ice Skating Skate under the stars at this water park turned ice skating wonderland! "Postcards from my Sixty-Two and a Half Year Vacation" View a collection of artwork by Mitch Markovitz including early artwork, original paintings and a collection of original paintings from the South Shore Line poster series. Horse-drawn Sleigh Rides at Buckley Homestead Is there anything more romantic than a horse-drawn sleigh ride? Bring your own blanket to bundle up with your Valentine! Buckley Homestead in Lowell is offering this delightful experience on weekends through February 24, weather permitting.

Activities for two You don’t even need a elaborate dinner to make your loved one feel special this year! Instead, check out the local Valentines events at the Indianapolis Arts Center February 10 and 17, 7 – 9pm: Painting for Two - Each couple will paint half of a painting on their own canvas – hang them together at home! 21+ only. Cost: $70/couple. Sunday, February 19, 4 – 6pm: Ceramics for Couples - The perfect opportunity to get a little hands-on in public. See what you can create in this ceramics class for couples. Cost: $70/couple

Take a group fitness class together at your local gym. Activities for two Not looking to spend a lot of money this Valentines Day? There are plenty of ways to stay active, keep your wallet full, and spend time with your loved one! Take a group fitness class together at your local gym. Enjoy a morning jog around the neighborhood together to get your blood flowing.

Head to the slopes for some skiing Feeling Chilly? Don’t let cold weather deter you from enjoying the outdoors with your loved one this Valentines Day. Turn the cold weather into a chance to try snow activities together! You could… Go sledding Head to the slopes for some skiing Learn to snow board Build a snowman

Single or Taken Whether you are celebrating Valentines Day with a loved one or not, take the time to enjoy the outdoors and show the most important thing in your life love this holiday; your body! It is as easy as a 30 minute walk after dinner with your sweetheart, dog, or friend and preparing healthy meals with friends and family.

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