One way to save money while having fun is to use what you have. What does that mean? Well for instance why not go on a picnic? Pack up some sandwiches, chips and drinks and head to a local state park. Chances are you have some lunchmeat in the fridge or even leftovers that you can pack or maybe you have some hot dogs or burgers you were going to use for another cookout. Using what you have will save you tons on hitting the store before you go.
Sunday my family packed up some leftovers (I actually made some pasta salad out of some leftover chicken) and headed to Moreau State Park to try to do some fishing. We already had chips, snack crackers and sodas so all we needed was some ice and bait.
Cost — ice $3.00
bait $2.66
Entrance to the park $7 per car
So for under $15 we were able to spend an entire afternoon fishing, enjoying a secluded picnic spot and taking in a beautiful park and lake. We we even had money leftover for ice cream!
For a family fun money saving day the National Park is a great choice. There is swimming, fishing, playgrounds and other activities depending on the park.
For a nominal fee some parks have camping.
Moreau State Park is north of Saratoga on Route 9. Just bring a cooler, some bait, fishing poles and bathing suits–then you’re all set!
