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Living a Frugal Life: Exploring Staycations

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you’ve got camping equipment, why not camp out in your backyard? Create a Backyard Water Park. For more creative options, find a national park instead, because many offer low cost tours and other activities. Check your local newspaper for free or low-cost events that you can go to. Be Treasure Hunters.

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Build Memories and Spend Less on Your Grandchildren this Summer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Invite the grand-kids for an overnight camping adventure in your own backyard. Play old time outdoor backyard games. Think back to the outdoor games you played as a kid in your own backyard and teach them to your grand-kids. Easy Ways for Parents to Exercise with Kids Free and Low Cost Programs for Your Children This Summer.