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  1. Labor Day Weekend Outdoor Adventures\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Perfect Projects for Labor Day Weekend<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Family Labor Day Activities for Homebodies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Helpful Tips for a Stress-Free, Memorable Labor Day Weekend<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Kick Off Fall with NSA Storage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Summer is a time of fun, sun, and school vacation for the kids. As Labor Day approaches, however, many families are preparing for fall and the new school year. Labor Day weekend gives you a chance for one last summer celebration. The long weekend is also a great time to finish any projects or tasks before the weather gets chilly and the days get short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you\u2019d like to have some family fun and get chores done, but don\u2019t know where to begin, read on! The information below, from NSA Storage<\/a>, has several splendid ideas for Labor Day weekend activities to help you make the most of summer\u2019s last weekend!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Labor Day Weekend Outdoor Adventures <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Cooler weather might be coming, but Labor Day weekend is still warm enough for many outdoor adventures. If you want to unplug, unwind, or simply do something different, the adventurous Labor Day weekend activities below are a good start!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Pick Apples at a Local Farm<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If you live near an apple farm there are few things more enjoyable than picking your own apples. Often the farms will have hay rides, petting zoos, and more, making this an exciting event for kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Go for a Long Hike<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Enjoying fresh air and sunshine while trekking local trails is a brilliant way to enjoy the long weekend! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Camp in Your Backyard<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    If your backyard is big enough, camping there can be a real treat, especially with younger kids. If you can, a fire pit with marshmallows and s\u2019mores will make the night truly memorable!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    4. Hit the Beach at the Lake or Ocean<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Live near a lake or the ocean? If yes, a day trip there to enjoy some sand, sun, and surf is something the entire family can enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Go to a Local Farmers or Flea Market<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Local farmers and flea markets often have all sorts of yummy, attractive, or unique stuff. Take a quick trip and check them out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. Have a Barbecue for the Block<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Block parties used to be a big thing back in the day. If you know your neighbors, a barbecue for the block could be a lot of fun. Even better, make it a pot-luck and let everyone bring something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Perfect Projects for Labor Day Weekend<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The last weekend of summer is a long weekend, making it the perfect time to finish any long-standing home projects. The projects on our list, below, should all be doable in a day or, maximum, two. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Start Organizing Your Fall and Holiday Decorations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The holidays will be here before you know it. If you decorate for any of the fall holidays, now is a good time to start organizing everything. You can even start decorating!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Take Out Fall and Winter Clothes and Store Summer Clothes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The annual switch from summer to winter clothing is a big one. Labor Day weekend is a good time to do it as you can spread the chore out over three days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Prep Your Yard and Garden for Winter<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Your grass, flower beds, and garden all need to be prepped for winter, so why not get it done over the long weekend?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Set Up a Study Zone for Your Kid(s)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If you have school-age kids, now is the time to set up their study zone. Creating a drop zone for bookbags, jackets, and homework is also a good choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Clean, Organize, and Store Summer Gear and Toys<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Once school starts and temps drop, all that outdoor stuff won\u2019t be getting much use. Why not use Labor Day weekend to clean, organize and store it all?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Family Labor Day Activities for Homebodies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Traveling is stressful, and not everybody wants to deal with it on Labor Day weekend. If you and your family are staying home but still want to have fun, the Labor Day weekend activities below will help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Watch a Movie Marathon<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Toy Story 1 through 4, anyone? How about all the Avengers\u2019 movies, Jurassic park movies, or the Terminator movie series? Whichever movies float your boat, the long weekend makes movie marathons possible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Create, and Bury, a Family Time Capsule<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Fill an airtight, waterproof container with family items, news clippings, and other memorable stuff. Bury it in the yard and set a date in the future to dig it back up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Have a Scavenger Hunt<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Create a list of things to find, then hide them around your home and yard. A prize for the person who finds them all first will make your scavenger hunt even more exciting!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Play All Your Favorite Board Games<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Everyone has a favorite board game. Get them all out and play a round of each so that everyone gets to play theirs!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    5. Have a Family Bake-Off<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Baking is a lot of fun, especially with older kids who can measure, stir, and handle the prep work. Let everyone bake one thing and then have a tasting ceremony to choose which one is \u201cbest\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. Get Crafty<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Break out the arts and crafts over the long weekend and have some fun! This is the perfect choice for families with younger kids, but can be fun for anyone who\u2019s creative. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Helpful Tips for a Stress-Free, Memorable Labor Day Weekend<\/h2>\n\n\n\n