Students often struggle to balance school work with other activities, things like going out and having fun can be the key to staying healthy both mentally and physically. However a majority of enjoyable activities can be out of reach due to the high cost. Luckily in and around Frederick there are plenty of fun and low cost activities.
Going into downtown Frederick can lead to a multitude of exciting ventures such as walking the public art trail. Downtown Frederick is filled with 10 of 43 public art displays across the county. Most of you have probably seen someone pose for a photo in front of the dinosaur mural behind Brewer’s Alley, or maybe you’ve noticed the beautifully constructed iron bridge crossing over carol creek. Some of these art pieces are tucked away giving a sort of adventure feeling to searching for them.
The Frederick Municipal Watershed is “over 7,000 acres of forest land in western Frederick County” just off Route 15. Commonly named the “shed”, this lush forest offers many options when it comes to activities, there are an abundance of hiking trails, biking trails, and even rock climbing. It also has beautiful man-made lakes that are stocked yearly with fish for recreational fishing.
Every year Frederick city holds a traditional German festival called “Oktoberfest,” this year it takes place on October 19 and 20 at Schifferstadt. Schifferstadt is a historic Frederick landmark located on Rosemont Avenue that was originally built in 1758. Oktoberfest does not cost anything to enter and opens you up to an abundance of entertainment. Enjoy traditional German food and drinks while also listening to live music, or even take a tour of the historic site. Oktoberfest is Schifferstadt’s biggest event of the year and will not disappoint you, on top of everything mentioned an artisanal market is held on the grounds with many vendors and a variety of goods.
Staying active and having fun shouldn’t have to break the bank. Frederick is filled with plenty of low-cost activities that can be both fun and entertaining. Whether you’re downtown exploring, hiking trails in the watershed, or celebrating Oktoberfest, there are countless ways to spend your time without spending your money.
