Below are some ideas for inexpensive children's activities that were suggested on an eXtension online chat about family time and vacationing on a shoestring budget:
* Put on a theatrical performance in the backyard.
* Write and illustrate a story.
* Have sack, peanut, or egg races.
* Search garage sales on a $5 budget.
* Visit nature centers and state and local parks.
* Visit your town or county's historical sites.
* Look for inexpensive summer movie matinees, and eat or drink before you go to avoid buying expensive popcorn, candy, and drinks.
* Plan a "staycation" that includes activities at home or within a short radius (for example, 5 to 10 miles) from home and/or one-day "daycation" activities.
* Visit popular vacation sites off season when prices are reduced (and waiting times are shorter!).
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