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19 Reasons to Fly a Kite

From Bohemian Crafty Kites to Kite Powered Generators

— June 20, 2014 — Eco
One of the main reasons to fly a kite this weekend is to celebrate the summer solstice on June 21, also known as midsummer. After a good listen to 'Let's Go Fly a Kite,' it will be one of the perfect ways to enjoy the good weather in a calm and relaxing manner. Whether flying solo or with friends and family, such a nostalgic activity can never go wrong. Weather depending, of course.

Other reasons to fly a kite include some of these innovations. From crafty DIY projects that is a fun all-day activity with kids to eco-friendly generators powered by kites, people will find kite-flying irresistible. Pack a bag of goodies and head to the park or beach this weekend.
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Bohemian Crafty Kites
Bohemian Crafty Kites
Haptic Lab's Signature Kites are Vibrant and Kitschy
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Hand-Cranked Indoor Kites
Hand-Cranked Indoor Kites
The HomeKite is a Great Activity to Play During Rainy Days
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18
Kite-Based Power Plants
Kite-Based Power Plants
TwingTec Leverages Turbulent Winds to Collect Kite Wind Power
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17
Intoxicating Kites
Intoxicating Kites
The World's Best Ever Created a Witty Product Called HIGH Kite
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16
Naked Baby Kites
Naked Baby Kites
Peter Lynn's Naked Baby Kites Are Functional and Fascinating
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15
Double-Masted Boat Kites
Double-Masted Boat Kites
The Sailing Ship Kite by Haptic Lab is Playfully Whimsical
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14
Mystical Sea Creature Kites
Mystical Sea Creature Kites
The 'Colors of the Wind' Series is Enchanting
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13
Kite Aerial Photography
Kite Aerial Photography
Charles C. Benton Combines Two Hobbies to Capture Spectacular Views
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12
Kite Powered Generator
Kite Powered Generator
Go Fly A Kite For Green Energy
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11
Wind-Powered Wings
Wind-Powered Wings
The Kitewing is Versatile and the Perfect Extreme Sporting Accessory
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10
Anatomically Correct Sea Creature Kites
Anatomically Correct Sea Creature Kites
The Blue Whale Kite Will Have You Taking a Second Glance
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9
Upcycled Trash Kites
Upcycled Trash Kites
The Uttarayan Kite Festival Embraces Eco-Friendly Fun
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8
Squared Geometry Contraptions
Squared Geometry Contraptions
The Three Cubes Collide Kite Simulates an Unearthly Glow
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7
Mary Poppins Umbrellas
Mary Poppins Umbrellas
The Dreamfly Kite Turns the Practical into the Playful
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6
Prismatic Pyramid Kites
Prismatic Pyramid Kites
Tomas Seraceno Sends His Solar Bell Sculpture Flying Through the Sky
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5
Colorful Cube Kites
Colorful Cube Kites
This Dichroic Glass Kite Design Channels the Colored Scales of Butterfly Wings
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4
Motorized Stunt Kites
Motorized Stunt Kites
Built-In Controls Automate Acrobatics with 'Air Hogs Wind Chaser'
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3
Wego Kite Tube
Wego Kite Tube
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2
Underwater Kites
Underwater Kites
'Deep Green' Tidal Turbines Fly Under Ocean Surface
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1
Cursor Kite
Cursor Kite
Art and Statement
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