Staycation Planning
Families look forward to a summer vacation. For some, it’s a chance to relax, and unplug from the day-to-day. Perhaps as simple as “change-is-as-good-as-a-rest.” The goal might be for the family to experience new things, see new sights, or visit attractions. Any of these options can be achieved with a camping staycation plan.
What is a Staycation?
It’s straightforward, “staycation” is a portmanteau of the words “stay” and “vacation.” The Oxford English Dictionary defines it as: “A holiday spent in one’s home country rather than abroad, or one spent at home and involving day trips to local attractions.”
Staycation Considerations
Staycations are very flexible in terms of length. Because most of the travel is eliminated, they can be short. They are often less expensive, and you avoid some of the negatives of travel like jet lag, navigation, and white-knuckle drives on unfamiliar freeways.
Planning your Staycation
• Set a goal
• Give thought to how “unplugged” you want to be
• Decide on duration
• Make sure to include elements for everyone in the family
• Consider a theme (see suggestions below
• Assemble supplies/appropriate clothing
Theme Ideas
• Become a tourist in your own region
• Local history
• Agri-tourism
• Love of Horses
• Hiking & Nature Trails
• Birdwatching
• Fishing
• Golf
• First Nations Discovery
• Nostalgia/#TBT
• Volunteering
• Get crafty
• Write a book or family history
• Campfire cuisine
• Commune with nature
Riverbend Staycation Themes
Click the tiles below to see a full description of each theme.
Lots to do On-site
If you just want to relax, unplug and relax, we have activities on-site. The general store has treats and basics, plus firewood and propane. Kids love our mini-golf, playgrounds, paddleboats, pedal-carts, and lots of nature trails to explore. Check out the Activities page here.
Conclusion
For campers in southern Alberta, Riverbend Campground is practically in your own backyard. This is an easy choice when you want to get away for a weekend, but it can be an ideal option for your staycation. Booking at Riverbend Campground means you are away from your home, enhancing the vacation aspect. We offer discounts for mid-week and week-long stays.
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