Activities
Many families spend the summer enjoying indoor and outdoor activities with their kids, going on vacation, heading to the beach or lake. This is wonderful, but that doesn’t mean your kids shouldn’t also get exercise the rest of the year. Now that fall is here, it is important to keep your kids active with these tips.
Find Local Events that Get the Kids Moving
There is no reason your kids need to run laps or participate in boring activities they hate just to be active. Another great option is to find some local events where they will be active, but also have a lot of fun.
Think about a Turkey Tron 5k you can train for before Thanksgiving, a street fair that gets them walking all day, or walking through the pumpkin patch before Halloween. Continue reading
It seems that many people enjoy the fall. The weather is not too hot, yet it is not too cold, and something about that brings back childhood memories of playing in the leaves. The color changing leaves make for picturesque walks through the park and outdoor exploration. Continue reading
Toward the end of summer, I’m starting to look forward to fall. There’s just something about cooler temperatures and watching the leaves turn color.
Of course, it is also time for all of our favorite fall treats. Many of my favorite fruits and vegetables start to ripen and get ready in early fall. Let me tell you, it isn’t just about all things pumpkin. It’s also about apples.
If you’re looking for a fun fall activity you can do with the whole family on a crisp and sunny day in September or October, try apple picking. It’s a fun way to get everyone out of the house and in the fresh air.
As an added bonus, you get to come home with a big crate of apples that will last you through the coming months.
Start by finding a local apple orchard that lets you come out and pick your own apples. Depending on where you live, you may be able to find several apple farms just outside town, or you may have to take a little drive. Continue reading
Harvest season is now upon us and that means it is time to enjoy some beautiful fall weather and inexpensive family fun at your local farms. Visiting local farms at harvest time is a budget-friendly way to spend the day with the whole family.
There are plenty of activities to enjoy including hayrides, corn mazes, apple picking and petting zoos, and more. Some farms often have festivals that include live music and delicious foods. Many of these small family farms pull out all the stops to ensure that your family has a great time and learns a lot about farming, too. Continue reading
