What are you doing this summer? Moe Perez starts out his by fishing at the Humboldt Park lagoon.

What are you doing this summer? Moe Perez starts out his by fishing at the Humboldt Park lagoon. “People need to get out more,” Perez says. “They need fresh air.”

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How do you plan to spend your (coronavirus) summer vacation? We asked, you answered

Backyard barbecues. Poolside hangouts. ‘Same as the last three months: staying in the house rewatching the same thing on Netflix over and over.’ ‘Daydreaming about future travel!’

Summer’s just about here, and, with the coronavirus pandemic still gripping Illinois, we asked Chicagoans what they plan to do for their summer vacations this year. Some answers have been condensed and lightly edited for clarity.

“Staying in Chicago, supporting as many local businesses we can. If COVID-19 continues to decline, I may think about a driving trip within 250-300 miles in September or October.” — Robert Smolen

“All of my daughter’s travel softball games in Missouri and Indiana.” — Jim Cooper

“As much as I LOVE to travel, it won’t be happening this summer.” — Jo Ann Fields

“In my camper wherever parks are open. We’ve already been to Jim Edgar state recreational area. It was very pretty there: a birdwatcher’s paradise. We are definitely staying closer to home and away from crowds.” — Bobette Staley

“We were supposed to go to Hawaii for our 50th wedding anniversary.” — Cheryl Thomas Johansen

“Same as the last three months: staying in the house, rewatching the same thing on Netflix over and over.” — Kristin Annicks

“Unsure. We have a vacation booked for California but feel uncomfortable flying at the moment. Thankfully, we have till the end of the month to make a final decision.” — Amber Nicole Alvarado

“Throwing a graduation party, spending time in our pool with friends and working.” — Amy Awe

“It’s looking like a stay-at-home summer vacation, just like a stay-at-home spring fall and winter.” — Darlene Kistler-Alvord

“I was hoping to go back to Spain this year and see the south, but I guess staying near home for the rest of the year is best for now. Hoping to see more family, especially the grandkids.” — Sandra Molina

“We were supposed to be in London, watching the Cubbies.” — Amanda Swanson

“Sitting on my patio drinking beer, BBQing and listening to music.” — Peter J. Gallanis

“Out of Illinois as much as possible, family trips scheduled to Florida and Wisconsin. Can’t wait!” — Joey Lynn Battaglia-Pinaglia

“Daydreaming about future travel.” — Jackie Veal

“Looking for a job!” — Joe Winiarski

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