With Memorial Day being the unofficial start of summer, I thought it would be fun to explore some of the cheap/free options we have right here in North Carolina for kid-friendly activities.
1. Full-time summer camps can be expensive. As an alternative, local churches such as Open Door Baptist Church (www.opendoorlife.com) have day camps that can be quite inexpensive. This church has "Power Camp" where students can choose either an "arts" or "sports" track- only $20 for the week (It was $10 during early registration!!) Another idea- town parks and recreation sports activities.
2. Summer concerts provide inexpensive or free music. Many communities such as Holly Springs have free outdoor concerts on the weekends. The free outdoor concert series starts tomorrow evening and goes through September. For more details, go to http://www.hollyspringsnc.us/news/2009/outdoor.html
Christian festivals are a great way to get the most music for your money. For example, Sonfest at Carowinds costs nearly the same amount as a good seat at the concert of a single artist. This year tobyMac, Brandon Heath and Third Day will showcase their talent at Sonfest. Read more about Sonfest, June 13th through our homepage www.hisradiowrtp.com.
3. Water! Whether its the fountain at Triangle Town Center or Falls Lake, there are plenty of places to enjoy free water fun. There are plenty of city parks that have pools- like Seabrook Pool in Fayetteville. It's worth checking on a season's pass if you plan to go often. Another alternative- buy your own round ring blow-up pool. It may be cheaper in the long run and will attractive the neighbors!
4. Take me out to the cheap ballgame! With the Mudcats and Durham Bulls, we are blessed with inexpensive ways to celebrate the American Pastime. Even cheaper- high school and little league games (and the little leaguers are the cutest to watch anyway!)
5. Take a picnic lunch to an unusual place. Need inspiration? Check out the book 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina by Joe Miller. Our family just fell in love with the Franklin County Nature Preserve's Children's Bamboo Trail. There is a perfectly located picnic bench in the shade just waiting for a picnic under the bamboo!
Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend and let me know your own inexpensive Summer Fun ideas!!
Good information!
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