DAT E G U I D E
Set
The Mood
Take a moment to consider the space where your date will occur. Setting the mood for your date is an important step to really enjoy your experience together. In the spirit of adventure, this month, we are challenging you to a FORT BUILDING CONTEST! Yep, that’s right. Whether you set it up inside or outside, the important part is that you create a unique space to spend time together for the evening. Snap a photo or video on Facebook or Instagram and use #DateNightInBox for a chance to win an...
Adventure Campi ng K i t –
Oz a r k T r a i l 8 - p e r s o n 2 - r o om Mo d i f i e d D om e T e n t w i t h R o l l - b a c k F ly
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L i f e t i m e 5 5 Q u a r t, H i g h P e r f o r m a n c e C o o l e r
CONTEST DETAILS: One lucky couple will win the adventure kit above! Submissions must be posted on a public Facebook or Instagram profile. Join us on Facebook (@Date Night In) or Instagram (@datenightinbox) for more contest details.
Once your space is ready, light your included candle, dim the lights and get cozy. Don’t forget to access your custom Let’s Adventure playlist at DATENIGHTINBOX.COM/LETS-ADVENTURE.
table
Talk
EACH DATE NIGHT IN BOX FEATURES CUSTOM RECIPES TO GO ALONG WITH THE THEME! HEAD TO DATENIGHTINBOX.COM/LETS-ADVENTURE TO ACCESS THIS MONTH’S RECIPES AND MORE.
It’s time to sit back and enjoy a bit of table talk. In the midst of day-to-day busyness, it’s important to check in with one another. Take some time for each of you to answer the questions below. Our hope is that you can revisit these questions in the future to help you check in with one another even during the busiest seasons.
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What is something that brought you joy or happiness in the
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What is something you struggled with in the last month?
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last month? What is one actionable way your significant other can help you in the next month? What is an adventure or dream that has been in the forefront of your mind? What is one thing you can do together outside of this date to invest in your relationship this month?
We hope these simple check-in questions become a tool for deeper communication and intimacy in your relationship. Cheers to adventuring together!
adventure
Scattegories
WE ARE PUTTING AN ADVENTURE TWIST ON THE TRADITIONAL GAME OF SCATTERGORIES. WE HOPE IT KICK-STARTS YOUR DREAMS FOR YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE AND GIVES YOU A GOOD LAUGH—ENJOY! SUPPLIES: A D V E N T U R E S C AT T E R G O R I E S P A D , 2 P E N C I L S ( N OT I N C L U D E D ) , D I G I TA L T I M E R
Game prep: In your Adventure Scattergories pad, you will find category lists, answer sheets and alphabet letters. Remove the alphabet letter page, cut the letters out and use your empty date box to shuffle the letters that will determine the fate of your game. Distribute one category list, answer sheet and pencil to each player and get a timer ready.
O bj ec t : Beat the timer by filling out a category list with answers that begin with the chosen letter. Score points if no other player matches your answers. To win the game, score the most points.
Let’s
Adventure
Oftentimes, the word “adventure“ brings to mind images of wild excursions and faraway destinations. And for most people, that’s not realistic! We’d like to redefine adventure. Maybe your adventure doesn’t have to be traditional—maybe it means agreeing to put your phones down for a few hours, participating in a local 5k or simply trying something new together. Adventure doesn’t have to be grand to be special, especially if you have the right person beside you. Locate your included display stand, “Let’s Adventure” printable and dry erase marker. Begin by placing the printable in the frame. Then, place your frame in a spot you see every day, perhaps next to the kitchen sink, near your keys or in your master bath. Take a minute to discuss what you would like your next adventure to be, whether big or small, and use your dry erase marker to write it on the stand. Allow the stand to be an everyday reminder that life is never too busy for adventures with your loved one. After you’ve completed your adventure, brainstorm a new one!
“It doesn’t matter where you’re going, it’s who you have beside you.” - A n o n ym o u s
Stargazing
Finding your Date Night In Star S ta r n a m e D ATE NIGH T IN
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N o w i t ’ s t i me f o r a n a d ve ntur e of y our own; bundl e up and head ou t s i d e f o r a l i t t l e sta r ga zi ng! Da te N i ght In ha s p urchased a star w i t h s t a r r eg i s t r a t i o n. ne t, a nd now i t’s up to y ou to find it. Using y o u r p h o n e o r t a b le t, downl oa d the f r e e a pp, S ta r Chart. A ll you ha ve t o d o i s h o l d y our p hone up to the sky to sta rt searching! Th e D a t e Ni g h t I n sta r i s l oc a te d i n the Ur sa M a j or constellation, on e o f t h e mo s t vi si bl e c onste l l a ti ons to the na ke d eye. Using Star Ch a r t , yo u c a n t yp e i n Ur sa M a j or or “ Gr e a t Be a r ” i n the search bar. W h i l e yo u s ea r c h f or the sta r , e nj oy y our d e l i c i ous s’mores and m o r e s n a c k mi x!
REFLECTION TAKE A MOMENT TO REFLECT ON YOUR LET’S ADVENTURE DATE NIGHT IN BOX. DISCUSS THESE QUESTIONS TOGETHER
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Which part of the date did you enjoy the most? Did you try something new as a part of your date? What was it like to experience it with your significant other?
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Are there other ways (not discussed during the date) that you’d like to incorporate adventure into your relationship?
Continue date night HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO CONTINUE YOUR DATE NIGHT
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Use your “Let’s Adventure” stand to continue incorporating adventure into your relationship.
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Try a new restaurant or activity together.
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Watch an adventure-themed movie: –
Fool’s Gold
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Journey to the Center of the Earth
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Mr. and Mrs. Smith
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The Bounty Hunter
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Passengers
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The Mountain Between Us
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