The only “problem” with October—despite all its fall glory—is that it tends to fly by so quickly that, come November and December, we’ll have let it slip by without enjoying what it has to offer. Before the month is up and winter is truly here, why not do one or two quintessentially fall activities with friends, your kids, your partner, or simply on your own? There are so many ways to relish in the season’s offering both big and small, near or far from home. Here are some classic fun things to do in October to take advantage of the beautiful weather, seasonal changes, gorgeous foliage, and calm before the holiday storm. RELATED: 6 Life-Changing Reasons to Take a Hike RELATED: The 20 Best Orchards for Apple Picking in the U.S., According to Yelp RELATED: 40 Festive, Flavorful Apple Recipes to Make This Fall RELATED: 20 Haunted Places Around the Country That Are Perfect for a Halloween Road Trip RELATED: 62 Super-Creative DIY Halloween Costumes Anyone Can Wear RELATED: 12 Essential Pumpkin Spice Products That Go Way Beyond Your Favorite Latte RELATED: 25 Perfect Pumpkin Recipes You’ll Want to Eat All Year Round RELATED: The Easiest Ever No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas