Family time is important but it doesn’t have to break the bank.  Try some of these fun, inexpensive family activity ideas and build memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

Enjoy A Holiday Outing

There’s a lot going on this time of year – between businesses offering free or heavily discounted prices and communities hosting family activities to celebrate the season.  Keep an eye on your local paper for special events and don’t forget to check out local online websites.  Events are typically announced a few days in advance, so you’ll have more than enough time to get organized.  If you’re heading to a fair or other event, keep in mind that food can be a hidden cost, so bring your own instead of buying there – healthy sandwich recipes are easy to carry and eat in virtually any setting.

Celebrate A Family Snow Day

This doesn’t have to cost a thing and is tons of fun for the entire family.  Bundle everyone up on a snowy weekend and go outside for some fun – have a snowball fight, build a snow fort or just enjoy the white wonderland.  Why not pack a healthy sandwich to enjoy while you’re out – in addition to fueling the fun, it can also be a great family bonding experience.  Simply gather your favourite sandwich ingredients or look up a healthy sandwich recipe online and let everyone pack their own meal.  It’s a great way to keep the family happy and make memories you’ll cherish for years!