(BPT) - This summer, Americans are embracing a slower pace, choosing simple outdoor moments closer to home over packed itineraries and expensive vacations.

Recent data shows that 42% of homeowners[1] would rather invest in an outdoor oasis than take a vacation, while others are seeking out one-hour outdoor escapes[2] closer to home - meaning more leisure time is being spent in backyards, neighborhood parks, at community events and on the patio.

At the same time, summer also brings a familiar desire to slow down, minimize everyday distractions and make the most of uninterrupted time outside.