Splash your way through the summer. Go outside, jump in the water, and soak up the warm sun. Recapture the magic of the season and feel like a kid again. Whether you’re enjoying a tranquil pool, a lake or a fast-paced water adventure, these five picks will maximize your fun.
1. Race the Waves.
Experience the thrill of driving and riding on the water. Lightweight and agile, Yamaha EX Series Waverunners are pure fun. Each seats up to three, so family and friends can share an exhilarating adventure. Choose from four different models with a variety of features and options. Yamaha EX Series Waverunners, EX: $6799, EX Sport: $7799, EX Deluxe: $8799, EXR: $9299, Reading Standard Motorsports, 5560 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading, 610.582.2700. readingstandardmotorsports.com
2. Lights and Music.
Put your tunes in the water. This floating Bluetooth® speaker is waterproof and ready to play in the pool. Chill out to audio books, groove to your favorite playlist, and change it up with the push of a button. After dark, keep the party going with seven colorful light options. Poolmaster Floating Wireless Speaker with Multi-Light Display, $79.99, Apollo Pools and Spa, 3711 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading, 610.779.1228. apollo-pools.com
3. Reel Fun.
Put a new twist on your next fishing trip. This zippy, remote-controlled boat is fun to pilot on the water — and it catches fish weighing up to two pounds. Zoom around and fish those hard- to-reach spots. Extend the rod, lower the hook, and reel in your catch. This boat doubles the fishing fun for kids! Bass Pro Shops® Remote-Control Nitro Fishing Boat, $39.99, Cabela’s, 100 Cabela Drive, Hamburg, 610.929.7000. cabelas.com
4. Peaceful Paddle.
Go for a relaxing cruise on the water. Meet the paddleboard, the surfboard’s cousin. This wide, sturdy board is made for standing and paddling in calm lake water. If you’re new to the sport, lessons are available to get you started. Spend a couple hours or make a day of it. Paddleboard rentals, 2 hours: $40, 4 hours: $55, Daily: $65, Blue Marsh Rentals, 5097 Bernville Rd., Bernville, 610.488.5540. bluemarshoutdoors.com
5. Get Social.
River or stream, lake or bay, meet new friends while exploring the great outdoors. The Keystone Canoe Club offers canoeing and kayaking excursions for beginners and experienced paddlers. Enjoy year-round activities, speakers, training and education. Build your skills and discover new vistas while you bask in the glory of our waterways. Keystone Canoe Club (KCC) Individual membership: $15, Family membership: $20. keystonecanoeclub.com
