5 Ways To Celebrate The First Day Of Fall

The first day of fall is on Sept. 22, which means it's time to put away your flip-flops and break out the cozy sweaters as you enjoy colorful leaves, juicy apples and festive pumpkins. Getting excited yet? So are we! And to properly celebrate the season, we've rounded up our favorite ways to enjoy fall:

#1. Watch The Leaves Change

Nothing says autumn quite like the sudden burst of red, orange, yellow and gold leaves emerging from treetops. But when is the best time to catch the fall foliage in your area? We're glad you asked. Check out this fall foliage guide to see exactly when your leaves will change, and plan your weekend road trips accordingly.

#2. Pick Some Apples...

Before you head off to your favorite orchard, it's time to brush up on some basic apple knowledge. Do you know the difference between a Granny Smith and a Gala apple? What about which type of apple makes the most mouthwatering apple pie? This handy cheat sheet will make sure you're in the know.

#3. ...Then Cook Something Delicious With Them

Whether you're in the mood for an inside-out apple crisp or some bourbon-apple ice cream, these recipes are sure to get you in the fall spirit.

#4. Don't Forget The Pumpkins

While pumpkins make for festive tabletop accessories and spooky Halloween decor, they are also pretty darn delicious. One of our favorite ways to enjoy them? By toasting their seeds into addicting fall snacks, of course. Consider this pumpkin seed recipe your reward for carving the coolest jack-o-lantern on the block.

Watch: 5 Impressive Health Benefits Of Pumpkins

#5. Get Your House Ready For Fall

No, we're not talking about turning your home into the ultimate haunted house. Before the cold weather and shorter days set in, you'll want to get your house in tip-top shape — that means gutter cleaning, furnace tuneups, roof inspections and more.

OK, so maybe this one isn't the most fun way to celebrate fall, but we promise you'll feel like a million bucks once you're finished. Plus, we've given you a head start by rounding up what to do and who you should hire in this handy guide.

Related: The Best Fall Decor Ideas, According To Pinterest

Happy fall!

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