Q: at the zoo or at a nature center. Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community, plus you’ll get to enjoy being outdoors and meeting new people. Check online or call to see what kinds of opportunities are available for you in the summer. If you aren’t old enough to drive, make sure you’ll have transportation before you commit to volunteering. Bring your swimsuit, a towel, sunscreen, some money for snacks, and whatever else you might need for a fun day in the sun. Make sure to go to a location where there is a lifeguard on duty, especially if you don’t know how to swim or are with younger kids. Remember to reapply your sunscreen throughout the day to protect your skin from the sun. Ask a friend or family member to join you so you aren’t riding alone in case something happens to you or your bike. If your city is bike-friendly, this is a great way to learn more about your home. If your city has parks and trails, take your bike out and start exploring some new areas. Dress for the event by wearing comfortable shoes and a T-shirt that supports your team (don’t forget the sunscreen, too). Enjoy eating stadium food and cheering for your team along with the rest of the fans. Be safe and never go off with someone you don’t know, and don’t accept drinks or food from strangers. If you can’t drive, you’ll need to ask your parents for a ride. Invite some friends along so you’ll have someone to ride the rides with, wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen, and bring along some cash for food, snacks, and games.  Make sure to stay hydrated so you don’t get sick. If there are water rides, wear a swimsuit underneath your clothes. Music, art, and ethnic festivals are great ways to have fun with friends while also experiencing something new. Arrange for transportation from your parents if you can’t drive, and make sure to bring a cellphone with you so you can call if you need something. Walk around and explore what’s available, take photos, and have a good time!  Bring cash to buy food and play games—many booths at festivals won’t take cards. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and stick with your friend. Don’t go off with strangers or accept drinks or food from anyone you don’t know.
A: Volunteer Go to the pool or to a lake to swim and hang out with friends. Explore your city by riding your bike all around town. Support your local sports team by going to baseball games. Make a trip to the nearest amusement park to enjoy the rides and games. Attend outdoors festivals to eat good food and play games.

Q: Although you can’t bring in coolers, your best bet on saving money throughout the day is to eat your own food. Pack sandwiches and snacks that you can munch on during your time in the park, so that even if you don’t solely eat the food you bring, you won’t be so reliant on purchasing food. It is also good to bring plenty of your own water and liquids, as keeping hydrated will keep you less hungry, and purchasing liquids inside the park can be quite expensive.  Avoid buying food throughout the day if you’re able, especially sugary snacks that will just leave you feeling more hungry afterwards. Set a budget for snacks so that you are forced to avoid spending. Adding a dining plan to your vacation package is a great way to save money on food if you book your vacation through the official Disney site. Doing so can save you up to 20 percent on food over the course of your stay. To find the cheapest options, go to the Vacation Package Guide page. Adjust the “Dining Style” dial to “Counter Service” to filter for the cheaper dining packages. You can also learn all about the available meal plans at http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/planning-guides/in-depth-advice/disney-dining-plan/. Keep in mind that certain items, including alcoholic beverages, are not included in the cost of any dining plan that you purchase. Yes, four sets of Mickey Mouse ears might sound like fun now, but if you’re really trying to budget you’ll need to cut out spending on everything except for what you absolutely need. Of course, it’s totally reasonable to have a budget set aside for certain ‘fun’ things inside the park, but just know how much you’re willing to spend before you start spending. It’s easy to feel like something is worth buying in the moment, but later on it’s likely that you’ll regret your spur of the moment purchase.  Look for free pins and items around the park that you can keep as souvenirs. A park map that you mark off along the way may work nicely. Make sure to discuss your budget with your family as best you can prior to entering the park, so as to avoid any possible meltdowns/temper tantrums.
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Bring your own food. Add dining to your package on Disney’s website. Only spend money on necessities.