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Backyard Camp - Any parent looking for a unique summer camp experience for their child should consider the possibilities of organizing a Backyard Camp in their community.

Backyard Discovery Zone - Many zoos and nature centers have "discovery zones" for kids to learn about different animal skins and other items in nature. You can do the same thing in your backyard. All you need is a bandana to use as a blindfold, paper and pencil, a table and nature from your backyard.

Bird Watching Tips - Bird watching is a fun, inexpensive activity for families. You can reserve a special space for bird feeders anywhere in your yard, and throughout the year watch the variety of birds that come to visit.

Building a Basic Backyard Sandbox - There's no doubt about it, kids love sand. Digging, burying, sifting, pouring, shaping, smoothing, and shoveling! Building a sandbox is actually easy enough that the kids can be quite involved in the process.

Camping Breakfasts - One of my favorite childhood memories is of my Dad cooking breakfast while we were camping. He would whip up scrambled eggs, fry bacon and "toast" bread over the fire or the camp stove. It always seemed to taste better than at home!

Create a Picnic Kit - It's official, the picnic season is upon us. Following a few simple tips, you will have the ability for a spur of the moment picnic. Putting a kit together is very simple and will save time when the thought occurs!

Day Trips - A Visit to the Zoo - Almost all children enjoy a trip to the zoo. You can use zoos to encourage your child's interest in the natural world and to introduce children to the many fascinating forms of life. Find out some ways to help make the most of your trip here!

Fantastic Family Reunions - The summer months are fast approaching, and with them comes the desire to reconnect with family members. There's a good chance that you, like millions of other people, will do your reconnecting at a family reunion.

Fun at the Beach Survival Kit - If you live near a beach, whether it be the ocean or a lake, it's a great way to enjoy time with your kids and keep away the boredom bug. If you don't live near the water, but are planning a vacation to the beach, here's a list of items that are a must have!

Fun Outdoor Play - As summer winds down to a close, many parts of the country are still experiencing warm spurts of weather. To cool off here are some fun outdoor games for the kids and anyone else who would like to join in the fun!

Go Carting - Modern American children have long favored the thrill of recreationally riding go carts as a pastime. The reason for the long running popularity can largely be attributed to adults acceptance of go carting for kids because they witnessed the safety of it, as long as proper precautions are taken. Children as young as six-years-old are able to drive certain go carts safely...

Heading Off Summer Boredom - Summer is a refreshing and wonderful time. School is out and frantic schedules blur into unstructured free time. For a while, this lack of routine is very relaxing. Then the relaxation gives way to boredom, and parents start wondering what in the world they are going to do with their kids all summer!

Imagine a Summer: Boredom Busters - With summer here and the children at home, most mommies are hearing, "I'm bored" several times a day. Children have become accustomed to scheduled activities back-to-back after being in school for the past 6 months. Besides mommies not having time to schedule several activities for each day, there is the fact that to do so would take away from the enjoyment of the lazy days of summer.

Poison Ivy: Remedies and Tips - Poison Ivy. Even typing it makes me itchy. It's amazing that wildlife actually enjoys this plant that makes most of us pretty miserable. Many of the same treatments and tips can be used for poison oak and sumac too.

Summer Photo Tips: Photography on the Beach - What's a beach? To us, it's any sandy stretch on the edge of a lake, a river bank, or the ocean. It's a great place for fun and relaxation, and we hasten to add, a great place to take pictures - anytime! While we have summer's warm and sunny weather and long lazy days in mind as we write this, photography on the beach can give great results any time of the year, in any weather, from sunrise to sunset.

Summer Safety and Sanity for Families on the Go - Welcome, summer! School is out and families are looking forward to spending a little quality time together ? usually away from home enjoying the great outdoors. Whether it?s a 3-week vacation camping in the mountains, a day at the beach, a week at a theme park, or a weekend at grandma?s, you?ll always need some comfort and safety basics close at hand. Why not get organized now and have the essentials ready to go when you are?

Summertime Health & Safety - Whether you are traveling around the world or relaxing at home, a safe, healthy vacation will add to your enjoyment. Here are some health and safety tips to keep in mind when planning your summer vacation.

Super Summer Snacks 'n Fun - If you are looking for some tasty, cool treats for you and your kids to enjoy this summer, or need some great boredom busters, here are ten great ideas to get you started.

Tag - Your It! 18 Varieties of an Old Favorite - Tag is a game that has lasted throughout the ages. We played them as a child and our children do the same. There are many different varieties of tag that have sprung up throughout the years. Try one of these fun games with your kids!

Taking Your Kids on a Hike - With a little planning and forethought, hiking with children can be a fun and rewarding experience. Hiking is a wonderful way to help them develop a love and respect for nature, stimulate their imagination and encourage them to stay active.

Teach Your Dog to Play Frisbee - Teaching your dog to play frisbee isn't hard, it just takes some patience and love. Have fun!

Visit a National Wildlife Refuge - The National Wildlife Refuge System offers great locations and opportunities for families to celebrate Earth Day. From watching wildlife to volunteering on teams doing anything from weed control to helping restore a native prairie, there are plenty of ways to catch the Earth Day spirit at a national wildlife refuge.

Warm Weather Boredom Busters for Your Family - Need ideas for the "I'm bored!" blues? There are tons of things that you and your children can do that require little or no additional expense. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

When Does School Start? - The kids have been out of school for weeks now. You're lying in your hammock with a gentle summer breeze softly cooling you and the sweet smell of summer flowers fills the air. Yeah, Right! Reality check! You have probably heard "I'm bored. I have nothing to do" a hundred times today!

Father's Day!

Father's Day is coming soon. Celebrate dad this year with crafts, recipes and plenty of other ideas. Here are a few examples to get you started...

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