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Seven Cheap Hobbies That You and Your Family Can Enjoy

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You can even make a game of it with your kids and challenge them to identify certain trees and plants, just watch out for poison ivy! Try buying second hand books or looking for inexpensive e-books to save money. If you want, try purchasing a book that details your local flora and fauna.

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Everyday Changes that Save Money & Help our Planet + a $25 GIANT FOOD STORES Gift Card Giveaway

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Trap rain water and use to water your plants and garden. Choose drought tolerant plants for your landscape. Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. Use water collected from dehumidifier to water your garden and flower pots. You will save about $2.50

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10 Frugal Tips For Earth Day

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Not only will it save you money not buying as many paper towels, but it will get your windows streak-free! Buy Used : You probably already know the benefits of buying second-hand , but buying used, also helps the environment. Plant a Tree.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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I am very picky about what I buy second hand, and I still find brand new or hardly worn clothing. During vacation season, offer to water plants, pick up mail, open and close the blinds, take care of pets, for a fee…of course. 20 – Mow lawns in the summer months, shovel snow in the colder months.