I know Roy and Dale meant Christmas when they sang the song, but to me October through December is the best time of year. I love that Autumn, Halloween/Samhain, my anniversary, my hubby’s birthday, my birthday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s all fall into a 3 month chunk. In celebration, I’ve made a list of some fun things to do during October (especially if you live in Atlanta):

• Go on a hike. I love to hike up to the various waterfalls in North Georgia. So far, I’ve done Anna Ruby Falls, Amicalola Falls, and Tallulah State Gorge. I also hiked Brasstown Bald and Stone Mountain, which have great views, but alas, no water. For hiking tips, check out Fitsugar’s suggestions.
• Play with pumpkins. Go hunting for one at a Pumpkin Patch (like Burt’s Farm) and then bring them home and carve ‘em up. Or just eat them! I love pumpkin breads, cakes and pies, and the sugar network has some help there too. Fit offers a recipe for a tofu pumpkin pie, and Yum has two cake recipes!
• Work off the pumpkin treats by getting lost in a corn maze. I haven’t done this yet, but I might go tomorrow. Try the North Georgia Corn Maze; it also offers hay rides and a haunted barn!
• Dress up! October is costume time, so take the opportunity to be someone else for a day. Need inspiration? Try Costume Universe.
• Scare yourself silly! Visit an elaborate haunted house or go on a ghost tour. Savannah has several; check them out here, here, and here!

Happy season!