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NEWS
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2009
Bored and Broke
Seven things to do in and around Lawrence on a small budget
PRICE GUIDE
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BY KRISTEN LISZEWSKI
kliszewski@kansan.com
Economic times might have a tight grip on students this summer, but that doesn't mean there aren't fun and affordable things to do in Lawrence. There are opportunities all over town that allow students to take advantage of Lawrence's diverse culture and activities.
Clinton Lake is home to a variety of campsites and beaches, and the Ambler Student Recreation Fitness Center gives students a chance to rent equipment in order to spend a weekend out at the lake. Massachusetts Street and the downtown area offer a fun night on the town or a day-trip perusing the art galleries and cafes. From frisbee golf to ceramic painting, students should have no trouble finding something fun and cheap to do this summer.
Here are some of the top things you can do this summer if you're bored and broke.
1 Camping $$$$
The recreation center is home to Outdoor Pursuits, a program that offers equipment rental for camping, canoeing and hiking, and is open Monday through Thursday 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Students enrolled in a summer course or who have paid access ($4 per week) to the recreation center this summer can take advantage of renting equipment for a fun weekend at Clinton Lake. The State Park offers a variety of campsites and hiking trails. Campsites called Hickory and Walnut are located in Bloomington East Park on the west side of the lake. They are close to a swimming beach and have several services and amenities available, such as grills and showers. Woodridge Park, which is located past Bloomington, is a popular campsite students go to. To reserve a camper visit www.
To reserve a campsite, visit www.reserveusa.com. To view a price sheet on rental equipment at Outdoor Pursuits, visit www.recreation.ku.edu.
2 Beaches $$$
Instead of taking a weekend trip to Clinton Lake, make it just a day trip by visiting the beach at Bloomington East Park located on the west side of the lake. This beach offers picnic shelters, volleyball courts and showers to rinse off. The swimming area is marked off by a long, yellow buoy line. Stop by Wal-Mart at 6th and Wakarusa Streets on the way out of town and pick up a $6 floaty to relax in on the lake. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Photos by Chance Dibben/KANSAN