Summer is not only a time for having fun outside and taking vacations—it’s all about the moments. I am sure, no matter what age you are, you have fond memories of summers, past or present, when you had fun adventures, whether you took far journeys to other countries or just stayed local. Maybe you went to Disneyworld in Orlando or to London, England. Perhaps you went to Lake George or Cape Cod. Maine? Long Island? Or even swam in your friend’s pool or rode your bike on the local rail trail. Summer is time to relax, enjoy your friends and family, explore nature, go to another realm in your favorite video game, read that book everyone’s been talking about, or catch up on that series that is all over Tik Tok! The options are limitless and guess what? We want to hear and see all about it!
Not having a set schedule and having extra time during the summer can sometimes lead to experimentation with substances—curiosity can sometimes be overwhelming when you have a lot of time on your hands. Choosing to stay substance free during summertime and during your activities can help you enjoy or even achieve them! So, this summer can also be a time to tap into your inner creativity while doing all these fun things.
Why not participate in our summer challenge and win some awesome prizes and be featured on our Instagram!? This challenge is open to ALL students K-12 in Ulster County and entries must be submitted between June 29th and July 31st. How do you participate?
- Take a Photo—capture a moment enjoying your favorite summer activity.
- Email It—email your photo to us at ulsterprevent@gmail.com. Don’t forget to include your name and grade!
- Share Why it Matters—tell us how choosing to stay substance free helps you enjoy or achieve this activity.
Weekly winners will be announced on Wednesdays starting August 5th on our Instagram @ulsterprevention. Keep a look out to see if you are one of our many winners! Your amazing summer moments, no matter what they are, can lead to being one of our winners. We can’t wait to see your photos and read why you choose to be substance free! Good luck and have an amazing summer!
