The perfect family getaway is closer than you think.
This easy-to-use, affordable guide helps parents transform their own backyards into unforgettable family escapesafrom insect safaris to sports camps, artist colonies to pet parades and block parties.
a( Great activities for kids of all agesacan be adapted for use by camp counselors, Scout and other group leaders, teachers, day-care workers, and home-schooling parents
a( Provides the perfect alternative to vacations plagued by high gas prices, flight cancellations, and budgetary constraints
a( Goes beyond the literal backyard to include other close-to-home adventures