{"id":6620,"date":"2016-04-23T23:33:16","date_gmt":"2016-04-23T23:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefyi.org\/free-almost-free-activities-keep-kids-active-summer-long\/"},"modified":"2016-04-23T23:33:16","modified_gmt":"2016-04-23T23:33:16","slug":"free-almost-free-activities-keep-kids-active-summer-long","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefyi.org\/free-almost-free-activities-keep-kids-active-summer-long\/","title":{"rendered":"Free (and almost-free) activities to keep kids active all summer long"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Bike Parade<\/h3>\n
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Post signs around the neighborhood encouraging kids to decorate their rides with streamers, stickers, flags, and more — then let them cruise while all the parents applaud.<\/p>\n

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Thank Local Heroes<\/h3>\n
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Take a tour of your police or fire station. Since most locations don’t have set visiting hours, call ahead to arrange an appointment.<\/p>\n

Start Fishing<\/h3>\n
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Click on Little Lunkers at takemefishing.org<\/b>, where your young angler can learn the basics of the sport and find places to cast off in your area.<\/p>\n

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Learn from Masters<\/h3>\n
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Watching artisans paint, pot, and blow glass is captivating for kids. Most cities host regular open-house art events; call your Chamber of Commerce for information.<\/p>\n

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Creating Obstacle Courses<\/h3>\n
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Build a backyard obstacle course with hula hoops, jump ropes, even a hose, then time the kids.<\/p>\n

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