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School's out, the temperature is rising and boredom is beginning to set in. Rather than drive each other crazy indoors or hear the dreaded "Mom, I have nothing to do," keep the kids active this summer with these frugal, fun and family-friendly activities:

Check out these other ideas from this week:
Part 1: Staying Cool
Part 2: Getting Artsy
Part 3: Creating Learning Experiences

Part 4: Staying Active

Some times being outdoors is the last place we want to be when it hits 120-degrees. Luckily, there are plenty of indoor activities to keep the kids active.

Try out your local bowling alley for summer promotions or visit KidsBowlFREE.com to find a location near you.
Miniature Golf - Some facilities are indoors while others are outdoors, but check with your local put-put place for current coupons and promotions. Visiting their website will usually guide you to some valuable printable coupons. Check out Crackerjax's current coupons.
Let the kids bounce all their energy out at an indoor Bounce House such as Bounce U or Pump It Up. Call ahead to your nearest location since many are offering summer specials for the kids!
Burn the boundless energy at a local park built with an engaging playground. Check out Boundless Playgrounds to find a local park with playground near you.
Go for an early morning bike ride, swim, or walk around the neighborhood.

Building a Sense of Adventure - If the weather permits, take "discovery" hikes together and don't forget to bring along a magnifying glass and 'specimen bags.' Have your child collect unique rocks or check out different plants up close.

Game On - Deck out the backyard (or indoors if it's too hot) with a maze including a hula hoop, basketball bounce, sack or egg race, jump rope, or other games.

Gather friends or the entire family together for a friendly game of tug o'war, tag, or soccer. Don't forget to supply plenty of water and time outs. :)

Create an age-appropriate obstacle course for the kids and see if they can beat their time. Join in the race and enjoy Popsicles as prizes!

Design an outdoor scavenger hunt looking for things from the alphabet! Don't forget to bring a camera and this great printable list with you!

Find a TON of great outdoor games to keep your kids busy at GamesKidsPlay.net.

Try out these favorite sites for finding MORE fun stuff
to do in your town:

AZ Active Kids - This site is specific to Arizona and has classes, free activities, and a calendar of events for local Arizona families.
Go City Kids - Choose your location to search all sorts of classes and activites in your area
Free-Attractions - Search for free things to do in your area (FYI, I get weird pop-ups on this site.)
AZ Central - Arizona families can check out the latest events
Local Community Centers - I can't praise these enough. We have taken many classes here for very cheap. We love ours!!
Parent Zone - Great resources and you can search local activities in your area
Things To Do - Loads of info. for things to do in your area