June 21 is the official first day of summer, and with it Lake Conroe is in full summertime swing with plenty of activities to make the most of the sunshine.
Here are five things to do in the Conroe and Montgomery areas this weekend, June 21-23.
Learn to ride a horse
June 21-22
Children ages 5-14 are invited to learn the fundamentals of Western riding at Forever Faithful Ranch Ministries. No experience is necessary. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. $250. 13955 Lake Mount Pleasant Road, Montgomery. 936-597-4200.
www.foreverfaithfulranch.com
Have a date night on the shooting range
June 21
Saddle River Range is hosting a couples date night, offering a two-for-one special for all range fees, gun or bow rentals and meals at Cafe 2A. Children age 10 and up are welcome to partake in the archery range, beginner archery lessons or training simulations while parents are on the range. 4-9 p.m. Prices vary. 4280 FM 1488, Conroe. 936-271-2620.
www.saddleriverrange.com
Go out dancing
June 21
The city of Conroe is hosting a seniors dance, allowing couples and singles the chance to show off their dance moves to music styles such as western and oldies. There will also be line dances and mixers to get everyone involved. 6:30-10 p.m. $5. City of Conroe Activity Center, 1204 Candy Cane Lane, Conroe. 936-522-3900.
www.cityofconroe.org
Join a water party
June 22
Bring the family out for a water party. Waterslides will be available, and families are encouraged to bring their own food, water guns and beach balls. No alcohol is allowed. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. FM 149 at College Street, Montgomery. 936-597-6434.
www.montgomerytexas.gov
Open your chakras
June 23
Fitness studio Body & Brain invites those interested to learn more about chakras to help manage stress, improve health and grow spiritually. 10 a.m.-noon. $45. 3600 FM 1488, Ste. 175, Conroe. 936-235-4924.
www.bodynbrain.com/conroe