Many times military moms and dads want go on vacations, outings or
other activities that involve the entire family but find they may be too
costly. Depending on where families live, the opportunities can vary. However,
with a little imagination and forethought, there are a number of things that
they can do together. Check out a few ideas below for military family fun.
Movie Night
Host a movie night and invite other families--especially those in
your military community! They will
undoubtedly appreciate the thought and your
kids will love the camaraderie. Allow kids to operate a concession booth.
Distribute “play money” to everyone for purchases of hot dogs, popcorn, and
inexpensive boxes of candy from the dollar store. Rent a few family
movies--especially old classics that everyone may not have seen in a long time.
It’s a great way to get everyone involved in some military family fun and not
break the bank.
Gardening
Kids love to play in the dirt--so make it worth the while by
introducing them to gardening! If you have a small area of land, let kids plan
a garden with their favorite veggies. Another alternative is to plant flowers.
Most people love to monitor the progress of their gardening labor. Those living
on a military base may consider a community garden that can benefit multiple
families by providing fresh produce.
Amusement Parks
Families can enjoy a variety of activities at amusement parks. Rides, arcade games, miniature golf,
go-karts, etc. all provide great fun and activities for the whole family. Many parks host events or offer discounts designed for
military family fun. This is especially true around holidays, like Memorial Day or the 4
th of July. Military families can get a lot of bang for their buck visiting area amusement parks.
Fishing
A fishing trip does not have to be an extravagant venture and it’s
a great activity that the entire family
can participate in. Many lakes, ponds
and parks have areas where you can fish for only the cost of a license. Fishing
can be an excellent family activity. Aspects of fishing such as handing live
bait and fish, and even cooking the catch, can be fascinating for kids. While
some locations require that fish be returned after being caught others allow
you to keep some of your catch or a portion of it. For many kids, just a
picture of their catch is worth a thousand words and is great for bragging
rights!
To learn more about activities for military
family fun, visit www.austinspark.com.
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