Yesterday I told you about a Drive-in close to the metro, today I will tell you about another Drive-in. This one is not close to the metro, however we are Thrifty Minnesota. With the emphasis on the "Minnesota" today, as the Long Drive-In is located near Long Prairie, in Central MN. A drive for some of you, and not Continue Reading
Hennepin County Fair, June 18th-21st
Attending County Fairs, as well as the huge MN State Fair has been something my family has always enjoyed. It has become a tradition for us every year, and we look forward to summer and "Fair Season". No two county fairs are identical, which makes it all the more fun! Of course some of the basics are the same: Continue Reading
Wood Lake Nature Center, Richfield
Located in Richfield you will find a hidden oasis... the Wood Lake Nature Center. Wood Lake Nature Center is a 150-acre natural area dedicated to environmental education, wildlife observation, and outdoor recreation. A great place to take a walk, and enjoy nature. To see what is coming up for special events at the Continue Reading
Explore Outdoors Saint Paul
Who doesn't like to explore the outdoors? What is more fun than exploring with chances to win prizes? This summer, find outdoor fun and adventure in Saint Paul while earning chances to win prizes! For the Calendar of Events, go here. Some are limited in size of participants and others are open to anyone.This looks Continue Reading
Edinborough Park, Edina
With rainy days still coming and going, here is a great inside option for kids to burn off energy. Edinborough Park is located in Edina, and right off of 494. The building does not scream play-land and looks like a typical apartment building, but right in the middle of it is Edinborough Park. You can find the admission Continue Reading
CoreValley Outdoor Park, Eagan
First of all... if there are other parks like this in Minnesota, I would love to know. This park looks like the idea of playing in nature is "with" nature. I have not been to CoreValley in Eagan yet, but it is on our list of parks to try soon. The website says it is for all ages, but again no personal experience to Continue Reading
Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing Museum, South Saint Paul
Sometimes there is a museum or event that exists close to home, but somehow we don't know about it. This is one of those little gems that I just learned about. The Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing Museum, and it is located in South Saint Paul. Looks like a great place for anyone interested in aviation or Continue Reading
Hyland Play Area, Bloomington
Looking for a great park to take the kids to have them get rid of some of that excess energy? This park in Bloomington is awesome! I have seen infants, all the way up to junior high here. There is also a section designed just for children under five or those with disabilities. You may have heard it referred to Continue Reading
Farm Babies, Gale Woods Farm
Spring is coming, and with spring comes green grass, flowers and Farm Babies! A great place to visit farm babies for a thrifty price is Gale Woods Farm. Gale Woods Farm is part of the Three Rivers Park System, located near Minnetrista. Their website shows a lot of different dates, however you will want to reserve Continue Reading
Bell Museum, U of MN Minneapolis
Our family discovered this hidden gem just recently. I think we all wondered the same thing... why had we not been here before? The bonus was that we went on a Sunday when it is free. The admission cost is still very budget friendly on other days if Sunday is not your preferred day to attend. The main focus is Continue Reading
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