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6 Backyard Activities to Enjoy the Weather

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There are lots of ways to have fun in your own backyard! Here are six fun backyard activities for families to enjoy on a nice day. Even planning the challenges can be fun for the whole family. Family game night is always fun, but have you ever enjoyed a whole day of games? Blow Bubbles. Play Yard Games.

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Ditch the Vacation: Turn Your Backyard into a Staycation

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So, if your family is one of those whose getaway plans have been curtailed by harsh economic realities, then don’t despair. DIY Inground Pools. Inground pool DIY kits come in sturdy steel and lightweight polymers, and all you need is a few basic tools and the willingness to get a little dirty. Backyard Camping.

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My Backyard Compost

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You will find hundreds of DIY ideas with a simple google search. I have a major critter problem in my yard and until we get another dog, critters will continue to treat my back yard like their own personal buffet. Compost bins are easy to make yourself with recycled wood pallets or plastic garbage containers.

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Birthday Fun: DIY Avengers Pinata

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Today is my son’s birthday and I know he would love this DIY Avengers Pinata since they add so much fun to birthdays, family parties or even backyard BBQs. We have a tradition to have a piñata at our big family Christmas party. How to Make a DIY Avengers Pinata. Frugal birthday diy pinata'

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50 Outdoor Kids Activities for Spring

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These super cool backyard hideouts are hanging “tents” made from sheets and hula hoops! DIY Giant Water Blob via Paging Fun Mums. DIY Pool Noodle Sprinkler via Babble. All you need is a hose and a simple pool noodle to create lasting sprinkler fun in your backyard. Backyard Picnic via My Kids Adventures.

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I've Been Featured Over at BlogHer.com

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I was very excited to receive an email that My Backyard Composting article was being featured at BlogHer.com on their Green Page. The topics include books, career, DIY, entertainment, family, feminism, food, green, health, love and sex, money, politics, and so much more. Have you been to BlogHer.com ?

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Affordable Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

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The family gathers around to enjoy the feast. Some items that you find in your backyard for free can help transform your indoor space. There are plenty of DIY fall decor ideas out there. Delicious foods fill the table. But something is missing from this equation. The holiday doesn’t feel as festive as you’d like.