Hello-
I had the opportunity to visit Crater Lake this summer, it is a short drive from the Eugene/Springfield area, about 2.5 hours and well worth it!
It is Oregon's only National Park and with a variety of accommodations it is worth the trip for a stay of at least 2-4 days. More than that if you have a family that REALLY enjoys outdoor activities.
Accommodations: Crater Lake Lodge, prices start at $150+/night, it is worth the upgraded cost to stay on the 3rd floor (this level has the best views-ask for lake view!). If you enjoy camping you can stay at Lost Creek Campground (16 sites) or Mazama Village (200+ sites). I prefer Lost Creek as it is more remote/less people. Also, Mazama Village has a motor cabin lodge option with about 40 rooms. Planning ahead for hotel/cabin lodging is imperative, up to 1 year in advance.
I will keep information coming, please check back!
Summer
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Thursday, August 21, 2008
$5 off Walgreen's $20 Purchase! Friday, Aug 22
Hello All-
Walgreen's is offering a coupon for $5 off a $20 purchase! You can use this with other coupons from manufacturer's and the store to really save some good money!
If you don't have the coupon, e-mail me and I will send it to you!
Happy Saving!
Summer H.
Walgreen's is offering a coupon for $5 off a $20 purchase! You can use this with other coupons from manufacturer's and the store to really save some good money!
If you don't have the coupon, e-mail me and I will send it to you!
Happy Saving!
Summer H.
Red Robin- eClub Exclusive Savings!
Hello-
If you have kids (or even if you don't!) a great family restaurant is Red Robin. They don't typically offer a lot of coupons/incentives, but I have noticed that lately they are incorporating more savings to their e-club members!
If you haven't yet sign up for Red Robin's e-club at http://apps.fishbowl.com/a/redrobin/eclub/agegate.aspx or click on the link at the bottom of my blog to sign-up, it's free!
You will get perks for you and your family on their birthdays and various coupons throughout the year!
Just got one today, so it is worth signing up if you eat there!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
If you have kids (or even if you don't!) a great family restaurant is Red Robin. They don't typically offer a lot of coupons/incentives, but I have noticed that lately they are incorporating more savings to their e-club members!
If you haven't yet sign up for Red Robin's e-club at http://apps.fishbowl.com/a/redrobin/eclub/agegate.aspx or click on the link at the bottom of my blog to sign-up, it's free!
You will get perks for you and your family on their birthdays and various coupons throughout the year!
Just got one today, so it is worth signing up if you eat there!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
McDonald's-Free Chicken Biscuit or Chicken Sandwich
Hello All-
I just love the freebies that are floating around these days!
McDonald's is offering a free a.m. Chicken Biscuit or p.m. Southern Chicken Sandwich via email when you fill out a short form.
If you want some free food, let me know and I will send you the link!
Happy Savings!
Summer
I just love the freebies that are floating around these days!
McDonald's is offering a free a.m. Chicken Biscuit or p.m. Southern Chicken Sandwich via email when you fill out a short form.
If you want some free food, let me know and I will send you the link!
Happy Savings!
Summer
Outlet Shopping Tips (Woodburn Outlet- Oregon Savings!)
Hello All-
Outlet shopping can be fun, but here are a few tips for maximum savings!
The important thing to remember about outlet are that you can find great deals, but also need to make sure that you don't have the mind-set that it is an outlet and so things are going to be priced accordingly! They often are just the same prices as the regular retail stores and sometimes just have lines they make for their outlets that are never in regular retail stores. For example one mid-end kids clothing store that starts with a "G" uses up past season fabric to make items for their outlets. You will typically see the same lines the following year in the outlet as they have remade pieces, savings to some degree, but not always. Also, typically you can't return outlet items to regular retail stores (they may say you can, but call the store to verify) as often this is not the case and if you don't live close to the outlet a return may be next to impossible.
With those cautions, however outlet shopping can be fun and profitable if you have items you are needing or looking for. I recently visited Woodburn Company Stores in Woodburn, Oregon and want to offer up some tips!
Tips for Outlet Shopping:
-visit outlet websites near you to sign up for emails. You will receive coupons on updates on events, plan your visits around these times. If you can get extra savings while outlet shopping even better!
-if you have a AAA card/membership show at the customer service desk for a free "preferred shopping coupon" book good for the whole year and filled with all types of coupons.
-if you don't have a AAA membership consider purchasing the "Shop and Play" package at http://www.shopamericatours.com/oregon_portland_woodburn.cfm
This pass costs $15. I bought it this time to see what you actually got and was it a good value? I think it was if you are shopping at the store where the special incentives are offered. You purchase this package on-line and print out the coupon for redemption at customer service. I received the "female" gift pack. I got a reusable branded shopping tote, charm-jewelry bracelet, preferred shopping booklet (same as you get free with AAA membership), coupon for free coffee/drink, free earrings and misc. items at a jewelry store and a 40% off coupon for Rockport and a couple of other coupons. None of the items had an expiration so they could be used on a return trip if not redeemed the day of purchase and the book for 2008 is good through December 2008 and can be used multiple times, you show the cashier(s) and the book is returned to you. I would consider selling pass on craiglist or the items you didn't need!
-Consider shopping with a group of friends so you can get to the amount needed for coupon savings.
These tips are valid for the Woodburn Oregon outlet, but I am sure other outlets have similar programs, so visit their websites for all the news!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
Outlet shopping can be fun, but here are a few tips for maximum savings!
The important thing to remember about outlet are that you can find great deals, but also need to make sure that you don't have the mind-set that it is an outlet and so things are going to be priced accordingly! They often are just the same prices as the regular retail stores and sometimes just have lines they make for their outlets that are never in regular retail stores. For example one mid-end kids clothing store that starts with a "G" uses up past season fabric to make items for their outlets. You will typically see the same lines the following year in the outlet as they have remade pieces, savings to some degree, but not always. Also, typically you can't return outlet items to regular retail stores (they may say you can, but call the store to verify) as often this is not the case and if you don't live close to the outlet a return may be next to impossible.
With those cautions, however outlet shopping can be fun and profitable if you have items you are needing or looking for. I recently visited Woodburn Company Stores in Woodburn, Oregon and want to offer up some tips!
Tips for Outlet Shopping:
-visit outlet websites near you to sign up for emails. You will receive coupons on updates on events, plan your visits around these times. If you can get extra savings while outlet shopping even better!
-if you have a AAA card/membership show at the customer service desk for a free "preferred shopping coupon" book good for the whole year and filled with all types of coupons.
-if you don't have a AAA membership consider purchasing the "Shop and Play" package at http://www.shopamericatours.com/oregon_portland_woodburn.cfm
This pass costs $15. I bought it this time to see what you actually got and was it a good value? I think it was if you are shopping at the store where the special incentives are offered. You purchase this package on-line and print out the coupon for redemption at customer service. I received the "female" gift pack. I got a reusable branded shopping tote, charm-jewelry bracelet, preferred shopping booklet (same as you get free with AAA membership), coupon for free coffee/drink, free earrings and misc. items at a jewelry store and a 40% off coupon for Rockport and a couple of other coupons. None of the items had an expiration so they could be used on a return trip if not redeemed the day of purchase and the book for 2008 is good through December 2008 and can be used multiple times, you show the cashier(s) and the book is returned to you. I would consider selling pass on craiglist or the items you didn't need!
-Consider shopping with a group of friends so you can get to the amount needed for coupon savings.
These tips are valid for the Woodburn Oregon outlet, but I am sure other outlets have similar programs, so visit their websites for all the news!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
Tires-Costco Critique and Savings!
Hello All-
Always on the prowl for good deals, I purchased my last set of tires from Costco. I saved $60 on a set of 4 high end tires that are excellent quality and beat all the regular retailers in town (I checked!). Right now Costco is offering $80 off a set of 4 through 8/24/08.
Never buy tires at Costco unless they are running a promotion which they do around 4-5 times per year. If you don't need tires, but will soon pre-buy them and then return them for placement on your vehicle when you are ready. It doesn't cost anymore, just your time to return for placement. I did this last time and it worked really well!
The only problem is that Costco is not as highly staffed as a regular tire facility at least my location (Eugene, OR). The staff are great and really efficient, but they are limited to employees so it means longer than average waits. I have found that to get around this go late in the evening approx. 30-45 minutes before closing as there is not usually anyone there and you get in and out faster!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
Always on the prowl for good deals, I purchased my last set of tires from Costco. I saved $60 on a set of 4 high end tires that are excellent quality and beat all the regular retailers in town (I checked!). Right now Costco is offering $80 off a set of 4 through 8/24/08.
Never buy tires at Costco unless they are running a promotion which they do around 4-5 times per year. If you don't need tires, but will soon pre-buy them and then return them for placement on your vehicle when you are ready. It doesn't cost anymore, just your time to return for placement. I did this last time and it worked really well!
The only problem is that Costco is not as highly staffed as a regular tire facility at least my location (Eugene, OR). The staff are great and really efficient, but they are limited to employees so it means longer than average waits. I have found that to get around this go late in the evening approx. 30-45 minutes before closing as there is not usually anyone there and you get in and out faster!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
Gymboree-Circle of Friends Discount Time! (30% OFF!)
Hello All-
Gymboree is having their Circle of Friends promotional period now through August 24. For on-line purchases enter: GYMFRIEND, shipping is $6.50 right now, less than it might cost you to drive to the store near you!
This is a great time to stock up on basics (socks, underwear, gifts) if you don't need regular line clothes right now.
Enjoy!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
Gymboree is having their Circle of Friends promotional period now through August 24. For on-line purchases enter: GYMFRIEND, shipping is $6.50 right now, less than it might cost you to drive to the store near you!
This is a great time to stock up on basics (socks, underwear, gifts) if you don't need regular line clothes right now.
Enjoy!
Happy Savings!
Summer H.
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