At times you may find yourself with nothing to do. But doing nothing is completely boring and doing something can lead to bigger and better things in life. You make the choice.

Take up a Sport
Baseball... Even a simple game of catch with a friend will do.
Basketball... Drop by the nearest court and pick up a game.
Bowling... Break out your bowlin' shoes.
Boxing... Get in the ring and give your life some punch.
Cheerleading... We all need some cheer.
Disc Golf... There are over 20 courses in Maine.
Field Hockey... Don't nix the chix with stix.
Football... Lots of choices here: full contact, touch, flag.
Golf... Bring out your inner Tiger.
Gymnastics... Be flexible and strong.
Hockey... Fun? Check.
Ice Skating... Do a double axel or just glide.
Skiing/Snowboarding... All of Maine's ski areas offer learn-to-ski packages.
Skateboarding... It's as fun as it looks. Cool clothes, too.
Soccer... Play indoors in the winter, outdoors in the summer.
Swimming... Community pools are free. Good deal or what?
Tennis... Try singles or doubles—or just hit against a wall.
Rollerskating... Get a set of wheels and you're good to go.
Running... It's like walking, but faster, with more chances to compete.
Volleyball... Play in the gym or at the beach.
Wrestling... No, not with your little brother. Try someone your own size.

Get Outdoors
Boating/Sailing... After all, you do live in Maine.
Camping... Spend a night under the stars.
Canoeing... Paddle till your heart's content.
Fishing... This also gets you a free dinner, if you're lucky.
Four-Wheeling/ATV... Take to the trail with 4 wheels.
Kite Flying... Try one of those cool stunt kites.
Hiking... Explore the hills, valleys, and mountains.
Horseback Riding... Star in your own Western.
Hunting... Don't forget the license.
Kayaking... Choose freshwater or salt.
Mountain Biking... Hit the dirt. You might want to wear pads.
Snowshoeing... Burn over 500 calories per hour.
Snowmobiling... Maine has miles and miles of trails.
Snow Tubing/Sledding... Let it slide.
Walking... Find a walking route near you.
Whitewater Rafting... It's a wet, wild adventure.
Rock Climbing... Take an intro class at a rock gym, then it's off to Acadia.

Explore Your Community
Apple/Strawberry Picking... Eat what you pick—or put it in a pie.
Farmer's Market... Fresh, local produce is the very best.
Trip to the Beach... Build a sandcastle, play catch, just relax.
Go to an Amusement Park... Does a rollercoaster ever go out of style?
Climb a Mountain... There are almost 50 peaks in Maine.
Go to the Park... Pack a lunch and you're good for the day.
Go to a Fair... Choose a county and go.
Scavenger Hunt... It's a great way to explore a neighborhood.

Do Good
4-H... Learn leadership, citizenship, and life skills.
Be an Entrepreneur... Take an idea to brilliant new heights.
Big Brothers Big Sisters... Quality time with your "little" makes a big difference.
Habitat for Humanity... Build a home for those in need.
Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts... Be adventurous.
Animal Shelter... Walk a dog or two or ten.
Library... Restocking shelves is an opportunity to discover great books.

Need a Hobby?
Art Show, Museum or Gallery... Every artist needs inspiration.
Dancing... Ballet or hip hop, it gets you moving.
Drama Club... Wherefore art thou, Romeo?
Foreign Language... Be more international in your outlook.
Photography... Start with your phone and work your way up.
Gardening... Weed out the boredom.
Poetry... There's a sonnet in all of us.
Painting... It's worth at least a thousand words.
Sketching... Find a worthy subject and start drawing.
Knitting/Crochet... Start young—how do you think Grandma got so good?
Music... You've got the music in you.
Scrapbooking... Turn your memories into artwork.
Sewing... Design your own clothes and pocket the savings.
Singing... Be the king—or queen—of karaoke.
Start a Band... Get into the group dynamic.
Woodworking... Build your dream house—even if it's a birdhouse.

In Need of a Little Alone Time?
Cards... Keeps your mind sharp.
Chat on the Phone... Get the word out.
Cooking... It could have delicious results.
Bike Ride... Even a short ride is a good ride.
Go to the Gym... Find a community gym and join in the activities.
Listen to Music... Discover new artists... or old.
Read... Become best friends with a favorite author.
Take a Bath... A relaxing soak can work wonders.
Write to a Friend/Relative... Try the old-fashioned way, with a stamp.
Yoga... Stretch your way to inner peace.