Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

However, those of us who grew up here and live here still, find frugal family fun activities galore. Here are a few of my favorite things to do with the family in Kansas, Arkansas and Missouri. The roads small town ambiance with roadside attractions will make you appreciate a time when getting there was half the fun.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 6, 2013

Here are some fun hobbies that you might like. You will have fun designing your site or imparting some knowledge to the readers. You do need to eat and so does your family. Another way to get some fresh air and commune with nature is by hiking. It is a cheap, fun and relaxing way to spend your weekend break.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2015

If you have the knack with your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduate, or a family portrait. Do your friends and family call you the most organized person EVER? Pick a theme, such as cooking basics 101, family recipes, bread baking, or preserving /canning.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 11, 2013

Do you like to picnic, hike, swim, camp, bike, bird watch, canoe, fish, and spend your free time exploring the great outdoors? Lake swimming, hiking, and bicycling the trails are all free. A day at a state park is family friendly, fun, adventurous, and inexpensive. Family Summer Fun Guide' Not from PA?

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 11, 2024

We also enjoy forest bathing*, walking, and hiking in our local parks. True happiness for me personally stems from having a deep relationship with God, family, and nature, spending time with my grandchildren, and always having a little fun. Our plan provides a free gym membership for each of us. Maria is teaching me new things!

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

I actually hate lifting weights There are some types of exercise that I enjoy, such as hiking. Weightlifting is 0% fun for me, though. The equipment I have A rec center membership This is not technically equipment but…the girls and I have a family membership to the nearby rec center. And I do like feeling strong!

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OCTOBER 11, 2019

Luckily, there are still a few more weeks of nice weather left for you and your family to enjoy some last minute outdoor activities! . This is a great activity to do with your family or friends. Grab a blanket, some food, and good company and you’re sure to have great fun. Go on a Hike. Have a Picnic. Play Sports.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2012

These days it seems like everything is expensive, even having fun. If you are looking for a new hobby or simply something fun to do with your family that is inexpensive, there are quite a few options available to you. Game Night Game nights are a great way to spend time with your friends and family. However, the.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 14, 2017

It was a low key and fun afternoon with several conversations flowing. If you two are looking at having a wonderful time reconnecting and having fun without spending a ton of money, here are eight date ideas to try out! Enjoy a hike together. Connect, get in shape, and enjoy nature all at once with a hike.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

As a family, we are looking forward to camping trips and a week at the beach. We bought the family a summer pass to Hersheypark for a Christmas gift, something we’ve never done before. Summer fun needs to be planned and a lot of it comes at a cost, so NOW is the time to start mapping out your summer. Plan your Summer Fun!

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 29, 2018

Here’s a peek at what’s going on with me, my family, and our life since my last Chit Chat. . Camping Trip #2: I really wanted to try a new camp ground for our August camping trip, but my family LOVED our trip last year to Watkins Glen KOA , so back to New York we went. That didn’t deter my family from jumping in.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

Staycations are inexpensive activities that your family can do at home, or locally, that you can all enjoy without running up an expensive vacation tab. You can have just as much fun roasting marshmallows, telling campfire stories and playing outdoors at home as you can at a campground. Be Treasure Hunters. Game and Movie Day.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 2, 2014

They’re just having fun. Having Fun at the Park. Other Outdoor Fun. Take family bike rides. However, if we move to the suburbs, I would love to take family bike rides, especially as the kids get older. Take a family walk or hike. On nice summer days, I like to take the kids to the park.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Everyone loves the holidays because it can be a wonderful time to cut loose and have fun as the year is closing out. Family and friends are around and catching up with everyone at the holiday parties is great fun, with drinks and yummy treats to be had by all. Take a hike. Recycle your wrapping paper.

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Birmingham Bargain Mom

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Make plans to hike and dig for free this Sunday. cat:Bargains Deals tag:Free'

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FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Family game nights are one of the easiest ways to have some frugal fun and spend quality time with the people you love most! If your game cabinet has gotten a little stale or you just want to add on to what you already have, check out these ideas for some of the best board games for family game night! It’s incredible.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 8, 2011

Needless to say, with this current bear issue in mind, we need to take extra precautions to keep ourselves and our families safe when we venture out camping. Camping is fun but it only stays fun when we keep ourselves safe. Below are 10 ways that you, your family, and the bears can all stay safe: 1. Watch where you hike.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

Years ago, we took our first family camping trip to a nearby camp ground. It rained heavily for 12 hours straight which was not fun, since we were IN A TENT. The campground became alive with families and pets and while the experience was somewhat exasperating, the weekend sparked something in my husband.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2012

Central PA, home to the state capitol, Harrisburg, and its surrounding communities offer a variety of activities during the summer that will make your 2012 Staycation exciting, fun, adventurous, but yet inexpensive. There are activities for the whole family. My family camped there two years ago and we had so much fun.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 23, 2011

Or maybe they are traveling to visit and stay with family members or friends to avoid a hotel or rental property. If you are staying close to home this summer, try exploring your home town or city to see what low cost fun and adventure you can find. There are activities for the whole family. Location: downtown Mechanicsburg.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 4, 2013

Are you looking forward to that final school bell of the year ringing so you and the kiddos can spend a fun and exciting summer together? Or does the sound of the end of the year school bell have you shaking in your sandals, knowing that you could be shelling out some big bucks to keep the family entertained this summer? Just call!

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 21, 2014

There are so many fun outdoor activities to do with your family during the summer months (hiking, biking, neighborhood barbeques and baseball games—to name a few!). The last thing that should be holding you back from enjoying these fun activities is the fear of odors and messes that might come from being outdoors.

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Saving With Shellie

JUNE 10, 2013

What a great way to get your kids outdoors this summer and have some fun! Also on the REI website is the REI’s Family Adventure page which has a directory to help you find great hike & bike trails in any area. The 28 page journal contains all sorts of activities, games and puzzles for your little adventurer.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2015

Family Camping Fun. While getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life is one of the reasons families choose to go camping, for kids and it ís the ultimate adventure. If you are still haven’t taken a family camping trip this summer, it is still not too late. Finally, enjoy the entire camping experience.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Three glorious months of sunny skies, warm weather and family time. Here are 20 ideas that are family friendly, fun, and easy on the budget. My family has had fun with most of these activities locally, but a quick Google search will help you find locations and destinations near you. Fun @ Home.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 29, 2011

Do you have an Unstoppable Family? Smucker’s Uncrustables has partnered with Olympic gold medal figure skater and mom-of-two Kristi Yamaguchi for some on the go tips for Unstoppable Families. Sometimes fast-paced weekdays leave little time for family fun. Some of her on-the-go tips, including. 2GB memory card.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 19, 2014

Harrisburg and its surrounding communities offer a variety of summer activities that will make your staycation exciting, fun, and educational, but not expensive. There is a $35 family pass available for 2 adults and up to 3 students(immediate family members). There is something for everyone of all ages to enjoy. Admission: FREE.

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Marnies Coupon-a-rama

JUNE 21, 2014

Some fun hobbies are camping, hiking, and fishing. Renting a larger cabin costs more than renting for your own family, but if their are enough rooms and space, you can split costs with others and your net outlay is less, sometimes substantially less. Shop, hike, fish, camp. There are ways to save money there, too.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 27, 2016

We would love to take our kids now that they are a bit older and would remember the vacation – plus it would be fun to show them the beach that mommy and daddy were married on! Snorkel, hike, kayak, surf, experience Polynesian culture and more. If I hear of more amazing family vacations, I’ll be sure to share with you!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 23, 2014

Anticipation, for me, has always been ¾ of the fun. Take a train, ride your bike, hike, ride the bus. Pick a subject and become the family expert on it. “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away!”. Trying new gives you something to look forward to. Ride an elephant.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 30, 2013

I know you’re busy, but cooking at home is really beneficial for you and your family, on many levels, so try and rearrange your schedule to fit this in as often as you can. Get the whole family involved in meal preparation. Fit in a weekly spin or dance class straight after work for fun and fitness.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 6, 2020

For instance, you might set the goal of working out three times a week or make it your goal to be fit enough to hike a challenging trail in your area. Plus, having friends around can make the entire process more fun. You might check with friends and family to find people in your life with similar goals. Reward Yourself.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 21, 2013

Harrisburg and its surrounding communities offer a variety of summer activities that will make your trip exciting, fun, and educational, but not expensive. There is a $35 family pass available for 2 adults and up to 3 students(immediate family members). I grew up in central PA, home to the state capital city of Harrisburg.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 18, 2015

And now my husband, who is also from PA, and I have settled in central PA to raise our family. There are a variety of summer family-friendly activities in Central PA that are exciting, fun, and educational, but not expensive. There is a $40 family pass available for 2 adults and up to 3 students(immediate family members).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 15, 2015

Instead, you can engage in physical activities that are more “fun” and don’t feel like exercise. Healthy activity masquerading as a family baseball game or picnic outing can be a good way to build happy memories as a family while still doing something active. It can be a good way to get out and enjoy nature.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 20, 2016

I also found that I love hiking! This is good news living in AZ because there are so many wonderful hiking trails that the whole family can enjoy.Here’s the fun part – once I started gaining endurance, I started to crave fitness (yes, I actually said that!) Have fun pushing yourself, but don’t over do it.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 21, 2016

50 FREE Activities Your Family Can Enjoy this Summer. Are you looking forward to that final school bell of the year ringing so you and the kiddos can spend a fun and exciting summer together? Luckily, enjoying fun and family friendly activities this summer doesn’t have to mean taking out a mortgage on your home to do so.

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