As school is back in session, most of us look forward to the Labor day holiday, as it marks the unofficial end of summer. So, we anticipate this holiday as a gift of an extended weekend of barbequing, etc. and celebration of end of summer season & summer fun adventures.

A summer ends, this is a great time to spend a few days outside camping, hiking, backpacking, or traveling to see friends or family.

As you prepare for your outdoor adventures, you want to make sure to have the right gear on hand to get the most out of your time away — and we're here to help.

If you have a family or you want to spend your time alone or with friends, here are some exciting fun summer activities or ideas for what to do before summer season ends!

Hiking

Hiking is a grand adventure that can take you to the most amazing places and views, but there's more to do out there than just going from point A to point B. To really enjoy the beauty around you, it’s important to pack all of the gear you need to stay hydrated and to keep your vision safe and protected from long hours of UV and sun exposure.

To avoid harsh UV Rays of the sun in the hiking trail, we recommend you wear the proper protection for clear eyesight.

We recommend for you to try our Aviator Sunglasses, one of our top pick sunglasses when hiking. With removable brow cover and snap on side shields these frames are perfect for all weather conditions. 

Camping

There is no better time to enjoy the pleasant end of summer weather by preparing to go for camping.

Whether you decide to escape into nature to do nothing at all, bring your boots to go hiking, or plan to camp near the best lakes for fishing, camping is the perfect way to cap off the summer season, and ease you and your family way back into the rigors of the school year. 

Some of our customer favorites for camping include the Switch Zealot. These stylish Switch sunglasses frames come with an interchangeable lens making it a great way to have your contacts and then switch into prescription clear or tint lenses.

Boating

There are many boating destinations including state and national parks and campgrounds with beautiful bodies of water ideal for end of summer and autumn watersports and fun family boating. You can bring your own kayaks and paddleboards, hard-shell, or inflatable, or rent a pontoon boat to take your water activity to the next level.

We have the perfect sunglasses for your watersport activities – our H2O Sunglasses have blue-mirrored Aqua Lens comes with fast fog recovery and hydrophobic coating, reducing glare and repelling moisture to clear the way for you on any activities out on the water. Comes with a floating cord so you don't lose your sunglasses at speed or on rough water. You can also ask for polarized lenses of this suns.

Fishing

Fishing is one of the favorite fun outdoor activities during summer.

Grab your rods, fishing gear, reels, tackle box, SPF shirts and hats, and of course – your handy dandy Rec Specs H2O Sunglasses! Our H2O Sunglasses are water-tuned optics and splash protection clear vision on the water. Plus, with our removable Splash Guard gaskets to block out wind and water spray, these frames convert from every day to high-performance sunglasses to keep your eyes on the water.

Make sure you plan to spend quality time on or along the water during an end of summer fishing trip. If you have children, make sure you have fishing rods sets for them and the best swim vests to keep them safe near the water.

We hope you get outside and enjoy some fun activities as you celebrate the end of summer season and grab your favorite pair of Rec Specs! If you get home and wish you had a better pair of sunglasses, use our store locator to find an eye care professional near you or shop online now.

If you have tried these frames, don’t forget to drop by and let us know in the comment section below.