4-H and the County Fair~Great Family Fun!
August 17, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Fun Activities
We love our local county fair. I grew up going to the fair, and taking different 4-H, and open class projects to the fair to exhibit or show. Now my son is in 4-H and taking his own projects to the fair. It really is great family fun. The kids learn from their project, and for us it’s a great time to spend time together as a family.
Saturday my son showed his dog in obedience and showmanship, and even won a couple ribbons! This was his first year to work with the dog, and he was stoked after the show, …read more
Visiting an Amusement Park This Summer?
August 11, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Fun Activities, Outdoor Fun
Amusement parks can be great family fun, especially during the summer. With the tighter economy an amusement park visit can be part of a shorter vacation, or a family staycation. You usually don’t have to go far to find family fun at an amusement park.
We have several parks here in Ohio, including a couple giants, King’s Island, and Cedar Point. Most amusement parks offer discounted tickets if you look around. You can find even better deals toward the end of the summer.
Here are a few more tips for saving money at an amusement park:
You can pack your lunch or …read more
Sunday Afternoon Family Time
May 31, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Fun Activities, Outdoor Fun
Sunday afternoon is usually family time at our house. A couple weeks ago we went for an afternoon walk in the woods. Last weekend we went to the movies to see Night at The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian. This week we went to a local park that has a batting cage and golf driving range.
My son practiced hitting in the batting cage for a little while, then we went to the driving range to drive a few golf balls, after that we had a late lunch and headed for home, then an afternoon bike ride.
It always feels so good …read more
