Frugal Friday [road trip]

Happy Friday!

OR

as we (now) like to call it: Frugal Friday!

This weeks idea is brought to you by yours truely,

and includes packing a picnic and taking advantage of some of the

free beauty in your "backyard".

Hartwick Pines State Park.

Fun day-stination.

We love parks... and history.

This trip was both, rolled into one!

We enjoyed walking trails, feeding a chipmunk and climb-on equipment

(we didn't see the "no climb" signs in time)

Also has:

Largest stand of virgin pines in Michigan's lower peninsula

Logging Museum replicating life in the 1880's

And this mammoth: The Monarch Pine

The boys enjoyed the old equipment

... and the playground

Keep it Simple:

• Don't buy souvineers. You're going to forget about them anyway. Instead take a bunch of free pictures, then print off the best one or two for cheap.
• Take a Buddy. Get a friend to roadtrip with you; free entertainment and someone to split the gas.
• Feed Yourself. Food from tourist spots can cost an arm and a leg. Don't pay in limbs. Instead pack water bottles, snacks for the car ride and a lunch for after your hike.

Do you have an awesome addition for Frugal Friday? Link up so we can all see!