10 Things You Must Do In Iowa On A Hot Summer Day

With summer just about over, it's time to take advantage of our last few weeks of sunshine and nice weather - and I don't mean by sitting inside with the AC on full blast. It's time to get out and enjoy this weather while it lasts. You can start off by trying out any of these 10 fun things to do!

1. Head to your local pool or waterpark for a day of fun in the sun.

2. Spend a day at the Blank Park Zoo.

3. Learn something new at the Science Center of Iowa.

4. Take a tour of the Museum of Natural History.

5. Admire the art at a gallery, like Public Space One in Iowa City.

6. Keep cool while having fun on the water rides at Adventureland.

7. Get the crew together for a float down the river; the Upper Iowa is the most scenic option.

8. Take a walk in the shade at one of Iowa's beautiful state parks, like Pikes Peak.

9. Cool off underground in the Maquoketa Caves.

10. Spend a day lounging at the beach; Clear Lake or Lake Okoboji are good ones.

What are some more fun things to do (while keeping cool) in Iowa this summer? Share with us in the comments section below!