Free Ways to Enjoy Summer

Summer can be expensive, the kids are home from school and eating non stop and always wanting to do something that costs money. So how do I keep the kids entertained and not spend much? Here is a list of activities we enjoy.

Walks to the park, with snacks from home
Riding bikes and scooters
Crafts that include nature items
BBQ get together
Beach trips
Park play days
Gardening
Free local events
Exchange play days with friends
Backyard camping
Stargazing
Teach kids survival skills
Build a teepee or leanto
Bird watching
Hiking
Geocaching
Backyard farming
Host a movie night at home
Take turns hosting sleepovers

What are some of the free things you do this summer? Have the kids create a bucket list to help squeeze out every drop of summer.

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