Tired of spending your babysitting money on frozen yogurt and movies? You and your friends can plan free activities that don’t take much effort but are a lot of fun.

Picnic

Grab a couple of friends, a large blanket, and your favorite snacks and head over to a quiet grassy area. Moraga Commons, a local elementary school, and even your backyard are great places where you can relax and enjoy a break with your friends. Sandwiches and chips are easy to pack, along with cookies and bottled drinks.

Scavenger Hunt

Make a list of daring and free activities to do that are worth different points. For example, take a picture with someone wearing polka dots (two points) or ride in a shopping cart through Safeway (four points). Split up into teams and see how many points you can earn in a limited amount of time. Have fun afterwards laughing at the pictures and tallying up the points.

Make a Music Video

Download the app Video Star and dress up in crazy outfits and hairstyles with your friends to make a music video. You can select a song in iTunes and use different effects throughout the video. Gather random items around your house to use as props.

Go on a Walk

Step outside your house and enjoy a leisurely stroll with friends to relax and take your mind off of school. It’s good to take a quiet and peaceful break in nature. Remember to pack water, snacks, and a camera. Discover some great trails on page 10.

Game Night

Dust off your board games and get out a deck of cards to enjoy a night full of competition. Headbands, Monopoly, Sorry, CatchPhrase, and Twister are all entertaining, enjoyable games. A game night is a great way to let loose and enjoy some friendly competition.