GHOSTS OF HALLOWEENS PAST
By: SYHSAVE $25
Buy or rent costumes from a vintage shop or thrift store, instead of springing for a new Halloween costume—especially a plastic one.
COLLARS/LEASHES
By: SYHMake the next pet leash or collar you purchase be made from organic canvas materials instead of nylon.
ICE ICE BABY
By: SYHBuy flash-frozen instead of fresh fish. Much of the fish available for sale these days is frozen at sea shortly after being caught.
TENT CITY
By: SYHInstead of choosing a vacation that involves staying in a hotel, consider pitching a tent in a state or national park and save up to $2000 or more on accommodations for a two-week trip.
NOT SO FAST
By: SYHDon’t speed. Driving over the speed limit can severely cramp your MPG and your pocketbook.
BORROW CAMPING GEAR
By: SYHIf you’re new to camping or don’t do it very often, rent your gear or borrow it from a friend and you’ll save up to $1500
GAS IS MONEY
By: SYHIf you’ll be hitting the road for your getaway, buy regular octane (low-grade) gasoline