Camping, lake days, hikes, homemade ice cream, and movies in the park all scream during summer vacation. Summers can be exciting, but they can also be expensive.On average people spend $ 2,229 For summer activities, summer is the second most expensive time of the year.
Summer activities can be expensive if you don’t budget in advance. Planning how much you can spend is the key to keeping your budget.Recommended to spend Ten% Percentage of net income from fun activities such as going to the movies, eating out, playing golf. For example, if you make $ 3,000 a month, you need to spend less than $ 300 on your activities.
When planning your budget, try to be as detailed and realistic as possible. For example, if your goal is to spend $ 300 a month, that’s a total of $ 10 a day. A helpful tip is to plan one small activity per day or one big activity per week. As you enjoy this summer, take a look at some of the activities that will help you stay on budget.
camp
Is there a better way to spend a hotter summer day in nature? Camping is a great way to connect with friends and family without spending too much money.The campsite $ 12 to $ 48 Overnight.
The camp includes an initial investment in equipment (tents, sleeping bags, chairs, etc.). But after purchasing those major items, the cost will be much easier. Here’s a list of things you should consider buying when you go camping.
- Lawn chair ($ 5 per chair)
- Meals ($ 3 per meal)
- Water ($ 6 per case)
- Small tent ($ 30)
- Sleeping bag ($ 20)
- Lighter ($ 2)
Next time you have a free weekend and are looking for fun activities, consider going camping.
A day on the lake
During the summer, it feels good to sit on the beach or dive into the water. Having a lake day is a great way to save money. Most lakes charge only a small admission fee. The only other items you need to worry about are swimwear, towels, water and light meals.
There are several lakes just a short drive from Utah County. Utah lake (Admission fee of $ 15 per car), Diak Creek State Park ($ 15 per car on weekdays, $ 20 on weekends and holidays), Jordanel State Park ($ 20 per day) and Yuba State Park ($ 15 per car on weekdays, $ 20 from Friday to Sunday and public holidays). Bring a group of friends and help split the costs.
hiking
Being active is a great way to spend a long summer day. Even better, it doesn’t cost anything to go hiking.Here is the list hiking Provo Canyon has different levels of difficulty.
- Bridal Veil Falls
- Bonneville Shoreline Trail
- Stewart Falls
- Y top
- Toad Head Ridge
Enjoy knowing the scenery around you this summer without spending dimes on these five breathtaking hikes where you can see waterfalls, wildflower fields and countless poplar trees. And of course, there are plenty of hikes in nearby canyons and mountains. Use your imagination!
Homemade ice cream
If staying at home is your style, try learning new skills such as making ice cream. It’s a dream to be able to customize the ice cream to your liking. Barefoot in the kitchen I have a great recipe for creamy ice cream that you can make on a budget. Here’s what you need to do to make this great recipe:
- 1¾ cup of fresh cream
- 1¼ cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- … A teaspoon of salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
- 2 cups of your favorite toppings
This recipe on a budget can serve 6 people and will appeal to everyone!
Park movie
Imagine sitting in a park full of family, friends and neighbors and watching your favorite movie. This is a great tradition to start with friends in the summer. Many cities show movies in parks on summer weekends. These are usually free and are a great way to meet other members of the community. Bring a snack or blanket for a full experience.
Summer is exciting — it’s declining — and it’s easy to lose track of your costs along the way. Plan your activity in advance, give yourself a certain amount to spend, and look for cheap deals everywhere. Enjoy activities such as camping, lake days, hiking, ice cream making, and watching movies in the park to stay on your summer budget.
Lindsey Certonio is a project manager for Stage Marketing, a full-service content marketing agency based in Provo.
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