With gas prices sky-rocketing, stay-cations seem to become more popular.
Log onto the internet and visit your states website.
I am sure there are pages of activities that could spark your interest.
Being with your family and not being burdened with enormous bills when you return from your stay-cation, is a stress reliever first hand.
Your family can find a wide range of activities that could entertain each member of the group.
Why not go to a park and take a picnic lunch and dinner.
Play or learn a new game.
Tennis, soccer, baseball, softball, swimming, mountain climbing, bike riding, hiking, fishing, golf, boating, hunting, comes to mind.
How about a hobby? Bird Watching, gardening, landscaping, and ponds (with or without fish).
However, ponds with fish can become costly if not done properly.
Like the atmosphere of a hotel? Try taking a couple hours drive and stay at a hotel along the way.
Go exploring.
Find new shops (window shopping), craft stores, maybe a different restaurant you are not familiar with.
Contact your states travel bureau and find if there are any hiking trails or bike trails in your area.
Go camping at a nearby camp site and meet new people and discover how laid back camping can really be.
Afraid of getting dirty? There are usually showers and bathrooms at most camp sites.
Take your bikes with you and enjoy a leisurely ride through all the different camp sites.
Maybe you will find something that you would like to incorporate into your camp site next time.
Learn how to build different camp fires.
Log onto the internet where you can find a world of information on camping alone.
Not only how to set up your camp site but also what the necessities are to take and first aid information.