Hanging out under the stars

This is something I do a bit, and something I really enjoy, its something you can do by yourself, with a group of friends or with that special someone. I'd definitely recommend this to those who like to talk or if you like quiet time.


Number of people: 1+, this is nice for some alone time or to hang out with your friends/family.

Time of day: Evening twilight till early morning

Duration: 30min - 3hours+

budget $0 - $20

Equipment (recommended but not needed)

• Candle in a glass jar (as the wind will blow out a normal candle) or lantern
  
• Blankets and mats (can get cold, not really needed in the summer)
  
• Insect repellent (if your the type that gets bitten buy mossy like me)
• Food/snacks (always goes with talking, hot foods or deserts are the best nuggets, chips etc)
  
• MP3 player (if your having some alone time)
• Wine, beer (a few quiet drinks)

Guidelines

1. Get your supply, food candles, insect repents etc. Food wise I'd recommend
   
   Hot food
   
   • nuggets
     
   • hot chips
   • dumplings
     
     Cold food
     
   • ice cream cones (pick some up from the petrol station the the way if you are driving)
     
   • cakes
   • apple pie
   • finger fruit (cherry's, grapes, strawberry's)
     
     A lot this stuff you can pick up at a late night fish 'n' chips shop or fast food outlet
     
     Some wine and beers also goes well or just some juice, remember to drink responsibly if you are driving (and also if your not).
     
2. Find a nice spot under the stars where no one else is (or not many), recommended places includes
   
   • beach
   • wharf/jetty
   • mountain top (easy access one, maybe one that over looks the city)
   • parks
   • playgrounds
   • backyard
   • roof top
   • farm
     
3. Light the candle(s)/lantern set some mood lighting
   
4. Hangout, talk, eat think what ever you like

Remember to take any rubbish if you have any.

Hope you have some nice alone time or some nice socializing with your friends/family :D