Homeschool Field Trips on a Budget

Most of our field trips were free.

We had field trips to the post office, grocery store, police station, airports etc.

Sometimes we would go on a walk and identify birds, plants, bugs etc.

Going to the park and having lunch and reading a book under a tree is another great idea. A park with ducks is fun, especially if you can feed them.

A wetlands or national park is great way to spend the day or camp overnight.

In the spring a trip to a nursery is very educational. Usually they have plants at all stages of growth.

Zoos, Aviaries and planetariums sometimes have a small fee but are worth it.

Manufacturing plants are great learning experiences. Do you live by plants that make cheese, chocolate, shoes, soda etc.?

A pet store can be a good experience if you call ahead to let them know you're having a field trip and request a knowledgeable associate who may have a wealth of information.

Anyone in your neighborhood with a special hobby. Llamas, dairy farms, ostriches, a weaver, a seamstress, mechanic, author, singer, train collector, truck driver, etc. A person with a hobby is more likely to be enthusiastic about it and may give your kids new ideas to explore.

When you really look around you will soon have so many ideas you won't know how to fit them all into your busy schedule.

When you decide where you want to go its a good idea to call ahead and make arrangements. Most businesses and hobbyists are more than glad to help.