Friday has sun for Ashley — 3 ways to make the most of it

(ASHLEY, ND) A sunny Friday is here for Ashley, but if you haven’t got any ideas for taking advantage of it, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out these ideas along with a four-day forecast.

Have a picnic: Especially in the era of COVID-19 restrictions, a novel way to safely engage in the beloved pastime of a shared meal can be hard to find. Why not get creative and meet a friend somewhere pretty with a basketful of snacks and a blanket? Risk levels should always be taken into account along with advice from health authorities on gathering sizes.

Try a new hobby: Starting a new hobby can be intimidating at times, even hard, but there aren’t many better ways to bust through that barrier than knowing that at least you’ll be warm and comfortable while you take a shot at your next pursuit. Whether it’s rollerblading, unicycling, or a Hacky Sack throwback, a sunny afternoon invites experimentation.

Take a walk and try a food truck: Anyone who lives in a city has had the feeling of wondering why they don’t know the various neighborhoods better. A great way to get out and sample what your local community has to offer while enjoying the fresh air is to take a walk and grab a bite.

Along with sun Friday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Ashley:

• Friday, July 30

  Slight chance of rain showers then areas of smoke during the day; while areas of smoke then mostly clear overnight

  • High 81 °F, low 60 °F
  • 8 to 12 mph wind

• Saturday, July 31

  Areas of smoke during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 84 °F, low 53 °F
  • Windy: 24 mph

• Sunday, August 1

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 81 °F, low 55 °F
  • Windy: 18 mph

• Monday, August 2

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 85 °F, low 57 °F
  • 6 to 12 mph wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.