Frugal Family Fun: 2011

Sunday, December 18, 2011

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Friday, December 16, 2011

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

Get Your Wish On with Build-A-Bear Workshop

It's no surprise that at Frugal Family Fun, we're huge fans of Build-A-Bear Workshop®. That's why we're so excited to give you a sneak peek at all the creative ways our furry friends can help make our holidays beary special!

This holiday season, Build-A-Bear Workshop® is inviting you and your family to get your wish on. With brand-new furry friends from the latest holiday movies, classic and celebrity characters, hi-tech Kinect enabled bears, gifts that give back, holiday traditions, customized presents and fun stocking stuffers, Build-A-Bear Workshop will be on everyone's wish list this year. From those searching for the perfect stuffed animal for that special someone to a child discovering the joy of creating a personalized furry friend, Build-A-Bear Workshop invites you to check out the array of gift options that are sure to bring smiles long after the season is over.

Here are some of our favorite things about Build-a-Bear Workshop this season:

One of the best things about Build-A-Bear Workshop is the opportunity to make or buy a unique gift, add a customized, signature sound or embroidered message and give it to someone special. From newlyweds to new parents, sports fans to foodies, tweens to tough guys, Build-A-Bear Workshop has something for everyone and every budget.
What could be more personal than LIVE elves, ready to talk to your child about his/her wishlist? Thanks to our friends at Build-A-Bear Workshop, your family has a direct line to Santa and his little helpers! By visiting http://play.buildabear.com/, your child can create their own wish list with one of Santa's elves and tell them what they want for Christmas! Parental agreement is needed for all children under 13.
Who doesn't love a great deal, especially during the holidays? Build-A-Bear Workshop knows Moms want to stretch our "bear bucks" as much as possible, which is why they're introducing a great promotion this season. Starting today through 12/18/11, you can purchase any animal PLUS any outfit for just $24.99 (USD). That's a great price for a friend that will last a lifetime!

"Disclosure: I was entered for a chance to win a Build-A-Bear Workshop gift card in exchange for this post. No monetary exchange took place. All opinions are my own."

120-Day Get Fit Giveaway From Extra Gum

With all the opportunity for indulgence during the holiday season, it can be hard to stay in a healthy mindset. Although we shouldn't resist treating ourselves to some of our favorite seasonal confections, it's important to indulge wisely so we don't find ourselves in damage-control mode on January 1st! Extra® Gum knows that maintaining a fit lifestyle takes a little more willpower during this sugar-laden season, which is why they've launched their 120-Day Get Fit Giveaway!

Throughout the holiday season and as New Years' resolutions approach, Extra Dessert Delights® gum is the perfect ammo to have on hand as an easy alternative to high calorie snacks, and now they're offering even more ways to bring everyone a little more support during these crucial times. With the 120-Day Get Fit Giveaway, fitness buffs and gum chewers alike can enter once a day to win unique fitness-focused prizes that will help keep your New Years' resolutions on track. From now until March 29th, 2012, you can visit http://www.extragum.com/ for daily prize giveaways and the chance to win the Grand Prize- a fitness adventure trip to Red Mountain Resort in Utah. Prizes change daily, so entrants should be sure to check back each day to see what the fun new prize will be.

"Disclosure: I was entered for a chance to win a gift card in exchange for this post. No monetary exchange took place."

PediaCare "Get Back to Happy" Sweeps: Enter For a Chance to Win a Trip to Great Wolf Lodge Resorts

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PediaCare is one of the first brands to adopt a new dosing system for infant acetaminophen products, and now they want to help you get your little one back to feeling happy!

Now through January 31, 2012, enter the PediaCare "Get Back to Happy" Sweepstakes for a chance to win one of four fun prizes! One grand prize includes a two night stay for four at The Great Wolf Lodge® resort and all winners will receive a PediaCare "Get Back to Happy" Family Pack each valued at $350.

Visit the PediaCare web site, www.pediacare.com, to enter the "Get Back to Happy" sweepstakes or for more information about the new acetaminophen dosing changes and a special message from celebrity-pediatrician, Dr. Jim Sears, co-host of the Emmy award-winner medical talk show The Doctors.

Check out the new online Christian apparel and accessory store - www.sonfishgear.com!

As a mom, church member or community organizer, we know that you may be looking for fundraising opportunities. Sonfish Gear is proud to offer a unique fundraising program which allows groups to purchase products at wholesale prices and resell for fundraising. This is an exciting way to switch it up from the usual church car wash and bake sale, to offering a variety of quality Christian apparel and accessory products. To find out more about Sonfish Gear's fundraising opportunities, click HERE !

In early 2012, Sonfish Gear products will also be available for individual purchase! From hats and sunglasses, to iPhone cases and baby clothes, Sonfish gear has something for everyone on your 2012 gift giving list. If you need a last minute holidays gift idea, the classic Sonfish Car emblem is immediately available for purchase and would make a great stocking stuffer this year! The Sonfish emblem reminds Christians that Jesus, the Son of God, is always shining his love upon us. To check out Sonfish Gear click HERE!

I was entered in a contest to win a gift card for this post. No compensation took place.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Omaha Steaks Review + $50 GC Giveaway {2011 Holiday Gift Guide}

Gourmet food gifts are great to give this holiday season!!! I am a big foodie and just love cooking and experimenting with different flavors! You can find amazing gifts to give at Omaha Steaks!! They offer so many great things to choose from and it's all guaranteed to be the highest quality products!

I recently got to try some of the AMAZING goodies Omaha Steaks has to offer! They sent me the Elite Holiday Sampler:

2 (5 oz.) Filet Mignons
2 (6 oz.) Top Sirloins
2 (4 oz.) Boneless Pork Chops
6 (4 oz.) Omaha Steaks Burgers
4 (5.75 oz.) Stuffed Baked Potatoes
1 (6 in.) Chocolate Lover's Cake

This came all nice and neat in a reusable cooler box, complete with dry ice to keep everything cold while in transit! Everything comes in its own box, with a certificate of guarantee that you are consuming product of the highest quality! And wow was that food high quality!!! I was so excited to try that Chocolate Lovers Cake:

This cake was very tasty and so cute! VERY chocolatey and delicious! I think the chocolate shavings totally made the cake and it was irresistible! This cake didn't last long in our house! It was a winner with everyone-just make sure you have a tall glass of milk to wash it all down!

We loved the stuffed baked potatoes! This is something I will have to buy more because they are just so delicious and don't take much time to cook! Each baked potato shell is filled with whipped potatoes, real sour cream, aged cheddar cheese, bacon bits and chives. They are totally amazing and very addicting!!

And of course what review would be complete without-THE MEAT! I am a steak girl all the way! Gotta have my red meat! I loved the Filet Mignon! It was absolutely amazing! My youngest usually doesn't like steak but she ate all of hers that night AND tried to steal mine right off my plate! We grilled up steaks and chops for night two and they came out beautiful!:

Got them on the grill!

First turn-seared to perfection!

Just about done!

Hot off the grill!

The food was really easy to prepare and tasted great! I'm not usually a big pork fan but these pork chops were exceptional and very tender and juicy! All the food is just wonderful! There is no better place to buy steaks online!

Check out Omaha Steaks for all your holiday needs! They offer great products like Surf & Turf, amazing seafood entrees and a variety of desserts! Its a great gift for anyone-even the person who already has everything! Visit them to start your holiday shopping today! Also be sure to visit Omaha Steaks on Facebook!

You can win a $50 GC to Omaha Steaks! Use the Rafflecopter form below:

I have received the discussed product for free from Omaha Steaks, but the opinions and statements within the post are honest, original and 100% my own!

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

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Hellmann's® "Turkey Challenge

Thanks to our friends Hellmann's®* and Best Foods®, chicken recently got a makeover. If you participated in the first-ever Chicken Challenge, a series of head-to-head chicken dish challenges that helped moms diversify their weekly recipe repertoire, you know that Hellmann's® transforms chicken into a juicy, crispy, delicious meal. The reigning recipe champion, Parmesan Crusted Chicken, has been making an appearance on dinner tables across the country.

Now it's turkey's turn.

With the holidays right around the corner, Hellmann's® is continuing their mission against mealtime monotony by encouraging moms to re-think their main dish meals and leftovers. And this time, they've enlisted the help of an expert on all things food, Chef Bobby Flay! Together, they are offering easy, delicious recipes, such as Turkey Casserole, that are great for the busy holiday season.

Take a break from the holiday hustle and bustle to join the Hellmann's® Turkey Challenge each week at Hellmanns.com* as Turkey Casserole goes head-to-head with other tasty, juicy turkey recipes, like Bobby Flay's "Stuffing" Crusted Turkey Cutlet. All you have to do is cast your vote for your favorite to be entered into the sweepstakes for a chance to win one of four $250 grocery gift cards each week.** If there are more than 10,000 entries, the prize value doubles to a $500 grocery gift card! **

"Disclosure: I was entered for a chance to win a Hellmann's® prize package in exchange for this post. No monetary exchange took place."

Friday, October 28, 2011

Check out Real Moms Love To Eat by Beth Aldrich!

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I am not shy to say that I am a mama who LOVES food. I used to be the person who hated cooking. My idea of making a meal was cooking some hamburger helper. Thank goodness I grew out of that! I am proud to say that my love for food has developed into a love for cooking over the years! I love trying out different recipes and learning how to cook! It has become a fun hobby for me and a great way to relax!!

I love new books by other mom bloggers and of course, free prizes! Please help to celebrate the launch of “Real Moms Love to Eat: How to Conduct a Love Affair with Food, Lose Weight and Feel Fabulous” (New American Library, a Penguin Books Imprint, January, 2012) by author, Beth Aldrich, Certified Health Counselor.

The book is broken down in three sections, which include a fun and easy-to-follow 10-part plan for moms to implement to make gradual, life-long changes in their approach to food and 21 days of meal suggestions,tips, recipes and lifestyle changes—all to help you continue your love affair with food to look fabulous. Beth’s approach to healthy eating is simple and realistic for busy moms. You’ll learn a lot about the food you eat and how it impacts your body and still have loads of fun experiencing new foods and enjoying your life.

This book will help you get on the track to eating great and loving it! It's packed full of great meals and ways to change your lifestyle to live healthier! And of course it has tips straight from a REAL mom who REALLY loves food! ☺ Sounds like my kind of mom!!
So check it out for yourself at realmomslovetoeat.com! You can also join the convo on Twitter, @realmomsluv2eat and learn more great tips from Beth!!

“I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Beth Aldrich - Real Moms Love to Eat blogging program, for a chance to get 3,000 My SocialMoms Rewards points. For more information on how you can participate, click here.”

Thursday, October 27, 2011

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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

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Monday, October 24, 2011

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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Hasbro's Fun On The Run Games {Holiday Gift Guide 2011}

Holidays mean travel for many families. Keeping the kids entertained during travel time is no fun! So why not make it fun by giving them one of Hasbro's Fun on the Run Games?? There are many of the games that are already your favorites, made into a fun and easy to play travel version! Play anywhere, anytime!

My little ones got to review Connect 4-one of my favorites as a kid! Its great because any of the kids can play, its pretty simple and fun! Just get 4 in a row, and keep the other person from doing it first!

Product Description:

Play a round of your CONNECT 4 game anytime, anywhere with this awesome set! The convenient, self-contained storage case doubles as the game grid, so you can set it up and start playing wherever you are. Drop your checkers into the grid to try to connect four vertically, diagonally or horizontally!

This game had small pieces, so I recommend getting a ziploc bag to keep the checkers in, one for each color if you want. Other than that the game is great to travel with and fun to play! It provided entertainment for a good 15 minutes which is a record with my little girls!

These affordable games are portable versions of favorites such as CONNECT 4, HUNGRY HUNGRY HIPPOS, GUESS WHO? and BATTLESHIP. When the vacation is over, kids can pack these games in a backpack for fun on the school bus or during an after-school play date. The games are packed full of fun and great to take anywhere! Make sure to grab some before traveling this holiday season! Check out hasbro.com for more info!

Also Like Hasbro's Family Game Night on Facebook and follow on Twitter, @FamilyGameNight

I was not compensated for this post. I was given the above mentioned product to review on my blog. All opinions are 100% my own. Photos from Hasbro.

Redweek.com Review & Giveaway!

Family vacations are NOT cheap these days. Just getting to your destination alone can be ridiculously expensive. Then add in a place to stay, food and entertainment money and you are looking at a pretty expensive venture! Timeshares are a great way to save money when you stay somewhere! Redweek.com is a great place to find timeshares and plan your next vacation!

What is RedWeek.com?

At RedWeek.com, timeshare owners post their units for rent or sale to an audience of over 1.5 million registered users, or exchange it using Dial An Exchange (DAE).

Travelers come to RedWeek.com to rent or buy timeshares units directly from the owner, often at tremendous savings compared with hotels or dealing with the resort itself.

Become a Member »

What Does it Cost?

It's FREE to view the resorts, availability, and our timeshare discussion forums.
A RedWeek Membership, just $14.99, allows you to contact owners about available units, access thousands of resort reviews, and want ads. Posting your own timeshare for rent, sale, or exchange requires a nominal additional fee

I checked out the website. Since I am not in the market for a vacation any time soon, it was merely to see how it works and find out more. It seems to be a good place to find a great deal on a time share. I like staying in a time share because you can cook your own meals and save a lot of money not having to eat out for every meal. This is a great way to go when you are on a budget.

I also really like being able to find something close to home. I like mini-vacays where I can visit something within a few hours driving distance and just get away for a few days. Sometimes these plans are put together in just a few weeks. Redweek.com can help you find great deals on time shares even right before you are needing it! I found a timeshare less than an hour away! The rate was about $40 cheaper per night on Redweek than it was on the site for the actual timeshare. So if we stayed for a week we would save $280! It is also a lot better than a hotel room-we would get a 2 bed 2 bath for $136 a night vs. a 1 bed 1 bath hotel for the same price! This is a great way to go!

So if you are planning a family vacation, check out Redweek.com and see what they have in store! You might be surprised with what you find-and how much you save!!

Enter to win a 2 year subscription to Redweek.com via the Rafflecopter form below:

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Magnets For Fun Review {Holiday Gift Guide 2011}

Holiday decorations are hitting the stores! Time to get all decked out for Christmas! Most people decorate the house for the holidays, while others go all out and even decorate the car! Magnets for Fun is for those people! They have fun decorative magnets to make your car fancy for the holidays!

Product Description:
Christmas car magnets measure 2" wide x 5" tall and are clearly visible from several feet away. Magnets are sold in packs of 10, 15, 20, or 30 (discounts on bulk orders available). Each pack will contain 5 unique colors:
- Red
- Green
- Yellow
- Orange
- Blue These car magnets must adhere to a flat metal surface in order to stay on, and will last you all season long!

These magnets are super cute and a fun way to get in the holiday spirit! The bright, festive magnets can be used to not only show the Christmas spirit of consumers, but to decorate cars for sale, draw attention to logos on work vehicles, and to even garner a grin as they brighten up a school bus.

Car magnets are a fun way to show your festive side all around town! They don't harm your car and come right off! Check out magnetsforfun.com for fun decorating ideas and to purchase your own!!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Pediacare Allergy

Allergy season is well upon us! According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, approximately 40 percent of children in the United States are affected by seasonal allergies. As common as allergies are, many parents are still confused about which over-the-counter allergy products are safe for their young children. Specially formulated for children, just one dose of new Children’s PediaCare® 24 Hour Allergy with cetirizine hydrochloride, provides all day relief from indoor and outdoor allergy symptoms. No more worrying about redosing during the day, its dye free and it’s a flavor that kids love – grape!

In addition to the extensive product line offerings, PediaCare® has also developed a new comprehensive website, www.pediacare.com, where parents can find the following:

* Symptom checker/product selector that helps guide parents to select the PediaCare® product that best addresses the symptoms their child is experiencing; also available in a free downloadable iPhone application
* Sick day printable games, puzzles and coloring pages
* Tips for parents on all things pertaining to their child’s health
* PediaCare® product information

This product has helped my daughter TREMENDOUSLY! She no longer has the watery eyes and runny nose which means no irritated nose at the end of the day. Just a dose of this and her symptoms disappear! Any child who suffers from allergies needs to try this product to find some relief!

Children’s PediaCare® 24 Hour Allergy is available in a four ounce bottle for $11.99. The entire line of PediaCare products is available at drugstores, supermarkets and other retailers nationwide.

I was not compensated for this post. I was given a sample of this product to try and review on my blog.

Xia-Xia Pets Review and Giveaway!! {Holiday Gift Guide 2011}

Have you met the cute little Xia-Xia pets yet?? These adorable little hermit crabs are a hot toy this year, and will be in stores in just a few weeks! There are 4 different crabs, 12 interchangeable shells, and 3 fun playsets (not to mention all their little friends!) These undersea critters will bring out your child's imagination and creativity for all sorts of great playtime!

Trinidad, with a few of the shells

My 3 little girls were just beside themselves when they first laid eyes on these cute critters! They immediately tried to deal out who got which crab, with which shells, little friends, and which "house" (My 6 year old decided she got the biggest since she is the oldest).

Copacabana Playset

The playsets were quick and easy to put together, I didn't even need the directions. I just looked at the box to see where things went together. Most of the pieces snap in, so if the set gets moved you may have to snap a few parts back in. But they are sturdy and fun to play with! The Copacabana playset is my favorite, and nice and open for all the kids to share.

Trinidad in the Confetti Cottage

The crabs are Trinidad (orange), Bimini (pink), Turks (Purple) and Tobago (blue). They all fit all the different shells, and you can intermix the shell and the base. Everything just snaps on and pops right off, so even my youngest (she is almost 3) was able to play with the toys easily. The small "little friends" are pretty tiny, so discretion should be used with small children. The "little friends" go inside the shell or can be played with!


Serenity with the Rio de Trio Village

We got 2 of the Trinidad and 2 of the Tobago crabs, along with 4 extra shell sets and the 3 playsets! They are so much fun to interchange and there are endless possibilities! My daughters were playing and when one wanted their crab to "go somewhere" the other said "wait I have to change my shell" like she was changing a doll's clothes! The best part of these little crabs is being able to change them over and over!


Playing with the Xia-Xia pets

These toys are colorful, fun and super cute! The Xia-Xia pets also have wheels, so when you scoot them on a hard surface their little legs and claws move! My girls come home every day from school ready to play with the "little crabs"! This toy is sure to be a hit this year!

Shae with Tobago

Check out Xia-Xiapets.com for more info! Also find them on Facebook!

Summer with Tobago!

Enter to win your own Xia-Xia hermit crab and shell set! Use the Rafflecopter form below:

I received the above mentioned free products as part of a promotional program with Xia-Xia and MomSelect. I was not compensated in any other way.

Announcing the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide!

The 2011 Holiday Gift Guide is coming!! I am gathering sponsors now for a fabulous season of wonderful gifts! Keep an eye out for posts with the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide tag and logo! There will be lots of great reviews, giveaways, discounts and more! We have stuff coming from Omaha Steaks, Magic Cabin, Minted.com, Crazy Dog Tshirts, Nacho Mama Tees, Powercapes, Udderly Smooth, and the hot toy of the season, Xia Xia pets! Those are just a few of the sponsors!! Check it all out in the next 2 months! Its going to be a great holiday season!

If you are wanting to participate as a sponsor in the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide, send an email to get something going!! Be a part of a great gift guide!!

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

View the video below on October 19^th to help Mary Kay take a stand against Domestic Violence!

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness month (October), Mary Kay^® premiered documentaries to put a national spotlight on the cause. Women nationwide, alongside female celebrities Maria Menounos ("Extra"), JoAnna Garcia Swisher ("Better with You") and Alexa Vega ("Spy Kids"), joined forces through the Mary Kay Inspiring Stories program to unite their voices to make a difference.
We are banding together on October 19^th and hope that on that day you will help us support the cause and bring attention to the issue of domestic violence by watching the below Give Joy documentary short narrated by Alexa Vega. With each view we can change the future of domestic violence today.

Through Mary Kay Inspiring Stories, the company will support donations to domestic violence shelters nationwide. You can join the cause in three ways:

View and share the films at www.marykayinspiringstories.com
Purchase a Limited-Edition Beauty that CountsTM Mary Kay^® Creme Lipstick through December 15^th:
- From every purchase of each aptly named "Give Joy," "Give Hope" and "Give Dreams" lipstick, $1 will be donated to the Mary Kay Foundation to assist efforts to end domestic violence. Shop now.
Become a fan of Mary Kay at www.facebook.com/marykay:
- Mary Kay Inc. will donate $1 to the Mary Kay Foundation for every new Facebook fan during the month of October - up to $1 million.
I am sharing this info with my readers to spread the word about this cause.
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Monday, October 17, 2011

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Homemade Chicken Enchiladas!

Chicken enchiladas are a family favorite, and it all started when I perfected my own home made recipe! One day when I was wanting to eat something but nothing seemed too appealing. I had some chicken, some onion, some green chiles and remembered that was some of the stuff we used in the chicken tacos at a restaurant I used to work at. I decided to try it but with a twist-I would boil the chicken with the veggies and chicken broth instead of just cooking the meat in a frying pan and adding the veggies. Well the chicken turned out to be amazing! So I decided to try it in enchiladas. Since then I have added to the recipe and really made it great! My friends and family have been asking for the recipe! So I am sharing it on my blog!!

What you will need:
1 can diced green chiles
1 small jar of roasted red bell peppers
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup jarred sliced jalapeños (optional)
2-3 lbs. chicken breast
chicken broth, 2-3 cans
2 packets enchilada sauce (cook as directed)
small tortillas
cheddar jack cheese

Begin to heat 1 can of the chicken broth in a pot. Add the can of diced green chiles, the jar of red peppers, onion and jalapeños to the broth. (The jalapeños will make it spicy, so if you don't want the heat omit from the recipe). Heat until steaming and add chicken breasts. Add enough chicken broth to just cover the chicken. Put on a lid and cook on medium about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. After about 30 minutes, remove lid and check the liquid and see if the chicken can start to be broken down using a wooden spoon. Continue to cook (without the lid), stir and break up the chicken until most of the liquid is gone. Remove from heat as it will burn quick once the liquid is gone.

Start the enchilada sauce and cook as directed. I choose to use the McCormick brand enchilada sauce but you can use any type you like. The green chile enchilada sauce is also VERY good! As the sauce cooks, you can get the enchiladas ready. Begin using a large scoop of the chicken and rolling it up in the tortilla. Using a greased glass pan, line the enchiladas up end to end, packing tight. Once all chicken is gone the sauce will be ready. Pour the sauce over the top, getting in the sides and covering all enchiladas. If you are making more than one pan you may want to make more sauce. My family likes a lot of sauce so we make a lot.

Last but not least, sprinkle (or pile) on the cheese!! Put in a 375 oven for about 5-7 minutes and you are ready to go! Super yummy and pretty easy!

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Friday, October 14, 2011

Camping Mama:Outdoor Adventures for Nintendo DS Review!

Video Games are sure to be a big item on your list this holiday season! I have been checking out all sorts of great games for the Nintendo DS and recently got to review the new game Camping Mama!

Based on the best-selling Cooking Mama franchise that has sold more than 8 and a half million units in North America alone, Camping Mama sets players off on an island camping adventure with Mama, Papa and their two children! You navigate the wilderness, live off the land and master your survival skills to thrive in the great outdoors!

Reverb Inc. hooked me up with a great swag bag to help me with my own Camping Mama adventures as well as a copy of the game to try out! Inside the cute green back pack I found binoculars, a first aid kit, a water canteen, a really cute travel spork, a flashlight, the goodies to make s'mores and of course my Camping Mama video game! I was super excited to play the game....but first-we had to have s'mores!

They went pretty quick!

Game features:

Explore the camp site and island as you play a mix of stylus-based cooking, crafting, treasure hunting, and action mini-games in the signature Mama format.
• Play through 38 levels with 100 brand new mini games as Mama’s son or daughter with either Mama or Papa on hand to provide guidance.
• Participate in activities including rock climbing, swinging on jungle vines, spelunking, rowing a boat, tree climbing, and more.
• Use items in mini-games to survive in the woods - craft a fishing pole to fish, sharpen knives and axes with stones you’ve collected, make a fire to cook shellfish you’ve caught, cook the eggs collected from captured chickens to eat, set up your camping tent to sleep in, construct a net to catch butterflies, and much more!
• Find treasure that you can use in further adventures, or even to decorate your camp.
• Earn the highest achievement level by creating the rarest and strongest tools.
• Collect insects, fish, treasure, and more, and then survey your collection in your scrap book. Aim to find everything!
• Shake trees and move rocks for access to hard to reach areas that could be filled with treasure or more activities.

I tried the game to see what its all about! The game was super fun, and the mini games are great! I loved the apple catching game-I kept playing it to try to beat my score! It can be really addicting if you let yourself get into it!! The kids have been having a blast playing the game-and I even got them to share! They just can't seem to put it down! This is a must have game!

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