7 Fun Ways to Enjoy the Water This Labor Day

With Labor Day comes the arrival of a well-earned break from work, school and the hustle and bustle of everyday life—so get out there and enjoy it to the fullest!

If you’re the proud owner of a Vortex boat, the best way to enjoy this end-of-summer holiday is on the water. In today’s blog, we will be looking at seven fun ways to celebrate with family and friends by your side.

Watch fireworks from the water

While firework shows may not be as abundant as they are on the Fourth of July, you can still count on cities across the country putting them on—just check with your city’s calendar to learn about events in your area! Once you find a spot and viewing that work for you, head out on the water and enjoy the show from your boat—it’s a front-row seat you’ll appreciate the entire night!

Enjoy a day of boating and baseball

With so many baseball games going on during Labor Day weekend, a day at the ballpark is an obvious choice for many. However, did you know that you can easily combine your love of baseball with your passion for boating this Labor Day? If you live near a ballpark like San Diego’s Petco Park or Tampa’s Tropicana Field, you can easily combine the two pastimes by boating early on and attending a game in the afternoon—and all with plenty of time left for a fun family dinner, too.

Go fishing

You might have dreamed about posting a “gone fishing” sign on your office door and simply hitting the water on a weekday—well, now is your chance to do just that! Bring out your friends or fellow fisher family members for an afternoon outing on the water.

Have lunch on the water

If you’re looking for a way to mix up your everyday lunch routine this Labor Day, take your meal on board with you. As long as you stick with simple, lighter choices like sandwiches, fruit salad and other tasty treats, your meal with family will be a pleasant one you all can cherish. It’s a laid-back, relaxing way to celebrate the spirit of the day!

Take the day trip you’ve been dreaming of

While Labor Day weekend may not give you enough time to explore that far-off, tropical destination on your bucket list, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a quick weekend getaway or day trip to a spot you love, or to one you’ve never seen before. Look into local treasures, offshore islands, boating towns or other unique destinations near you—you’ll be sure to find a spot that your whole family will love.

Try a new water sport

This Labor Day, try something new on the water! You can use your Vortex as a towing vessel for your tube or wakeboard, test your balance on water-skis, or enjoy a thrilling wake surfing adventure.

Deck out your Vortex boat

If you’re planning to host a Labor Day get-together on your Vortex, deck your boat out in patriotic décor (including any leftovers from Fourth of July, if you’ve got them!). This is a fun, festive way to celebrate the day that honors America’s workforce.

Which of these ideas do you plan to try this Labor Day? Let us know! We hope that your holiday offers you a special, relaxing break from the everyday.