The gentle lapping of water and the soft rocking as waves come in and out are two of the most relaxing sensations there are. However, sometimes you want something to do while you’re enjoying your dock, and we have a few ideas! Read on to discover the top three fun activities you can do on your dock the next time you take a trip to the lake.
Fishing
As long as there’s water and fish, it doesn’t much matter where you set up with your rod and reel. Why not take your tackle box down to the dock, grab a comfortable Adirondack chair, and lounge by the water with your reel in hand? This is even more fun if you can bring along your kids or a few buddies—there’s nothing better than enjoying the serenity of nature with the people you care about most.
Stargazing
Once night falls, there’s a whole universe waiting to be discovered above your dock. Assuming your dock is long enough to get you out from the tree line, you can lay out on the dock and look up in perfect silence at the stars. Bonus points if you take a sky chart with you and look for constellations!
If you have your kids with you, you can also spend some time inventing your own constellations—have them create pictures in their minds with the stars and name their new discoveries!
Bowfishing
You may think that bowfishing is similar to fishing, but these are completely different hobbies. Fishing requires patience, but bowfishing requires accuracy. Spend some time getting the hang of your bow before you head out on the dock—once you do, you’ll skewer fish more easily than Robin Hood splits arrows.
Now that you know the top three fun activities you can do on your dock, cast your line and hope you get a bite! Even if you don’t, remember to take a moment and simply enjoy the wonders of nature.
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