Michigan's growing financial woes, including the decline in jobs in the automotive industry (not to mention the high cost of fuel), mean financial insecurity for many Michigan families, making it difficult to pay for long-distance vacations and expensive recreational activities. much in the past. This made me wonder, “How are we and our families having fun and enjoying the summer vacation with less money? Better yet, how do we support the Michigan economy in these difficult economic times? "By enjoying the grass (and water) in our yard and sharing in all that our country has to offer.
I have compiled a list of activities that will not break the bank, and will provide exciting ways to have fun near home this summer.
Here are the things to do in Michigan during the summer:-
1. Museums. When was the last time you visited a museum? Michigan has a world-class museum from art to science to history. Standouts include the Detroit Institute of Art (did you know it is the largest art museum in the country?), As well as the Grand Rapids Art Museum. The Detroit Science Center is designed for children, and offers a wide range of exhibitions with families, not to mention the spectacular sensory hearing at the IMAX dome theater museum. Your children will thank you. Michigan.org is a great resource for finding these museums.
2. Lights. Michigan has far more light sources than any other kingdom. The boundaries of the Great Lakes, the abundance of historical gemstones mean that they have become the icon of our province, and their long, thin columns reflect everything from our shores to the beautiful wall calendars. These lighthouses - many of which have been renovated and some that are now public museums - continue to educate and serve as a reminder of our great maritime history. Don't miss the opportunity to visit them! If nothing else, you and your family will be treated with the great natural sweat of the sweeping, ocean environment.
3. Beaches. With our many beaches, beaches are everywhere in Michigan and are easy to love during the humid summer months. Some beaches are better than others, so it is important to choose the right one. From personal experience, southwest Michigan and northwest Michigan offers the best marine experiences. South Haven (a glorious century-old lighthouse still located on the southern shoreline), Grand Haven, St. Joseph, and Traverse City / Leland have beautiful kitchens. The long stretch of soft, white sand, clear, blue water for swimming and boating, and the unusual, vibrant cities full of restaurants, shops, and ice cream cones make these places worthwhile!
4. Parks. Use the many well-maintained and varied Michigan Metro Parks. Pack a picnic lunch for the day, and don’t forget to pack smomo. These delicious chocolate drinks, marshmallow, gram cracker are a must have for Michigander's picnic party.
Michigan Metro Parks offers many fun family activities, including swimming, canoeing, fishing, and many picnic areas. And many have paved and wooden trails, making it ideal for hiking, cycling, roller skating, and bird watching. Plan to take bats with a friendly baseball game.
5. Celebrations. Michigan offers a variety of summer festivals that attract people from all walks of life and all parts of the state; from cultural (Ann Arbor Arts Fair) to heritage festivals (Holland Tollip Period) to national extravaganza (Traverse City's National Cherry Festival), and everything in between. Many Michigan communities will host some kind of festival during the summer months. For a complete list, go to Michigan.org.
6. Generate Pickles - Take Your Choices! I can't say enough about the product grown here in Michigan. Across the empire, especially on the western and northwestern sides, many blueberries, tart cherries, strawberries, peaches, apples, and grapes are grown each year. The fruit is then sold at various farmers' markets and on street trains throughout the province. There is nothing like eating fresh farm produce (or vegetables for that matter). The taste and flavor of the product is far superior to anything found in your restaurant. And as it grows in the area, it is new!
For newness and experience, visit your local orchard and choose your own cherries, blueberries, and more that you can use now and in the colder months to come. Bring the family; kids are always kicked in picking their fruit and throwing it in the pines! It also builds appreciation and respect for God's beautiful creation.
After the harvest, make the family take part in baking something lovely and delicious. Cobblers, crisps, and shortcakes are always satisfying during the hot summer months. Or, teach kids to be able to pack or freeze fruit in the coming months (bubbles, tart cherry pies seem to arrive when the weather changes).
And one last word of advice: Keep fruit pits! You can have your own fruit tree if you wrap the holes with wet paper towels until they start planting the seedlings, and then transfer them to your back yard!
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7. Garden. The garden is a beautiful outdoor activity that can be involved with the whole family. Michigan's excellent summer weather provides ideal planting conditions. No matter what size you decide to plant - a large vegetable garden or a large vegetable garden - it can be very beneficial for the whole family to participate in planting and harvesting the garden.
To get started, go to your local library and find good books on the subject. Then plan your garden - what kind of plants you should plant, and where? Time to visit the nursery to buy your plants. Get the whole family involved in choosing the right plants. Make sure everyone is involved in planting and caring for a new garden. You may be surprised at how rewarding the garden can be.
8. Family Cooking. Join family and friends with a lucky pot or back barbecue. Arrange some fun games for kids, as well as adults. Have everyone bring a meal. You will have a tangible feast.
If you are cooking for yourself and your immediate family, find a new and challenging recipe. Try using fresh herbs from the garden to add a earthy, fragrant taste to your food. Or - the next time you go shopping - try exotic fruits and vegetables. My family does not prefer sliced mangos, and this fruit is often paired with Mexican-inspired fish tacos. Some new recipes offer not only work but also a wonderful reward for all who eat this meal.
9. Fraud Hunters. Anything that happened in the hunt for an old-fashioned bag? Plan a fraudulent weekend hunt with friends. Arrange and set your references, then take out that old competitive spirit, and play to win!
10. Exercise. Get out and start that outdoor exercise program that you have been hoping for since New Year's Eve. Walk, run, bike, whatever… Just go out and “do it”! Understand the fall with a leaner, more renewed "you".
11. Crafts. Building can add hours of fun to adults and children alike. Visit the nearest Craft store - you'll be sure to find many art projects for you and your children. Or, you may have something lying in the house to stimulate thought. For example, polish dust from a collection of various seashells and attach them to flower pots, mirrors, unpainted furniture, and wooden boxes to create beautiful seashells. Decorate with sea glass and green jackets. The sky is the limit!
Weaving is also a great art, and it is easy to read. These days, there are so many different shapes and colors of yarn, and so many different patterns, that knitting as we know it is completely revitalized! Spend a few hours in the afternoon teaching your child the rewards of making and wearing something made from the heart and hands.
12. Reading. Reading can be a lifeline for others. People who live busy, stressful lives may want to sit down and learn more. Take that special book out; your yard, the beach, or a large shady park. You may be surprised at how much more so that external setting can make you more relaxed.
Speaking of settings, I can’t think of a more appropriate summer book I could read than “Gift from the Sea” written by Anne Morrow Lindbergh. This part of the poem was written about a hundred years ago by the wife of Charles Lindbergh. His meditation on life, love, solitude and contentment was made in comparison to the sea island of Captiva (before many visitors) and a small rotten cottage. His museum? None other than the small sea shells he had collected on the beach outside the door of his room. It is indeed a heartwarming reading.
Give me a few jobs that won’t break the bank. However these activities will still provide some fun moments for you and your loved ones this summer while also supporting the Michigan economy. Just use your imagination, and I am sure you can come up with many fun activities that will give you beautiful memories of summer for you, your family and friends.
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