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I love summertime. I feel like after months of hibernation and hiding out from the cold and gloom, it’s finally time to be outside taking advantage of all the fun activities that I can only do three months out of the year.
My latest kick is wanting to explore the national and state parks near me. There are so many great hiking trails, as well as places to kayak and canoe, I’m not sure I’ll be able to have time to fit it all in this summer.
Because Saturday is National Trails Day, I’m planning a trip to discover a new hiking trail. The American Hiking Society hosts the event to encourage people to get out and explore the trails.
National and state parks are a great place to start. You can pack a lunch, grab some water bottles and use the maps provided to spend a day in a new place.
If hiking’s not your thing, lots of parks will let you ride your bike or stroll along paved paths.
With so many different things to do at the parks, it’d be a shame not to explore them sometime this summer.
What summertime activity are you looking forward to the most this year?
As we inch closer to summer, all I can think about is the awesome vacations I want to take. I picture myself spending weeks at the beach, lounging in the sun, listening to the waves roll in.
And then I’m yanked back to reality. I can’t actually spend weeks and weeks relaxing at the beach. Hotels are expensive! So instead, I’m going to make the best use of my weekends, and with some budget-minded travel tips, I won’t break the bank.
I’ve been itching to get out to Great Falls National Park to hike the trails and enjoy the views of the waterfalls. National Parks are an extremely budget-friendly form of entertainment and can be a great way to get your family outside enjoying the weather. Check the National Parks website to look for different parks and activities in your area.
In my research for budget-friendly things to do this summer, I hadn’t expected to add amusement parks to my list of possibilities, but because of the economy, some parks are offering really cheap tickets or other special deals. It’s been way too long since a roller coaster has flipped me upside down, so that might be on the agenda too.
If you’re looking to travel this summer, make sure to check out Fueleconomy.gov for a list of the cheapest gas prices in your area. With gas nearing $3 per gallon around here, I know it’s something I’m going to pay extra attention to this summer.
What’s your best tip for summer vacations on a budget?