Backyards, BBQs, and Big Summer Energy: What Tellwut Members Say Makes Summer Complete

June is National Great Outdoors Month, and according to Tellwut members, this summer is all about transforming everyday spaces into something unforgettable.

As temperatures rise and the days get longer, many people are turning their attention to the great outdoors—especially the patch of it right outside their own door. According to Tellwut’s latest member survey, the biggest outdoor trend of 2025 isn’t travel or camping… it’s transforming the backyard into a personal sanctuary.

In fact:

• 31% of Tellwut members say their backyard is already their sanctuary.

• 15% plan to make it one this summer.

The Backyard Renaissance Is Here

When asked what kinds of upgrades or enhancements they’re planning, members pointed to the following top outdoor improvements:

• 25% are focusing on fresh landscaping

• 18% plan to add or upgrade a fire pit

• 14% are aiming to make their spaces more private

From cozy corner retreats to fully loaded outdoor kitchens, it’s clear that the "staycation" lifestyle is alive and well in 2025.

What Makes Summer Feel Like Summer?

We all have that one signal that says: Summer is here. Whether it’s the first burger on the grill or finally ditching the jacket, Tellwut members shared what marks the seasonal shift for them:

• 54%: Days that are mostly sunny

• 38%: Temperatures above 25°C (77°F)

• 26%: Packing away the winter wardrobe

• 21%: Cooking outdoors more often than in

• And yes—mosquitoes everywhere made the list too!

BBQ Season: A Summer Staple

Unsurprisingly, BBQs top the list of summer must-haves:

• 58% of Tellwut members say summer isn’t complete without one

• Of those who BBQ, 23% do so multiple times per week

• 20% fire up the grill at least once a week

The average American claims that summer isn’t complete without four cookouts, three getaways, two concerts, and two festivals. Our community largely agrees:

• 24% of Tellwut members say a getaway is essential

• 15% need to hit a festival

• 14% want to experience at least one concert

The Scoop on Summer Dessert

For many, summer meals aren’t over until dessert is served—and for a lot of folks, that means one thing: ice cream. While 72% of Americans call it the quintessential summer treat, 50% of Tellwut members agree that no summer meal is truly complete without it.

So Tell Us...

Are you revamping your outdoor space this year? Is your grill already working overtime? Or are you holding out for a beach day and that first cone of soft serve?

However you’re celebrating the season, National Great Outdoors Month is the perfect time to step outside, soak up the sunshine, and appreciate all the ways we enjoy the world around us—whether that’s on a patio, a festival lawn, or just under a string of fairy lights in the backyard.

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