Camping With Kids
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JustinPosted on November 6, 2008
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Most kids love camping. They get to be outdoors and run around. We go camping alot and I thought I would share some tips for camping with kid(s).
- If just one kid is coming see if their friend wants to come. Two kids are better than one and they will have someone to play with.
- They may have their own tent but chances are they will end up in your tent be sure to leave room for your midnight visitors.
- In preparation of the above happening show the kids where their area in your tent is.
- Have them bring their own flashlight, or what my son loves, his headlight to go hands free.
- If your child has a favorite toy or stuffed animal let them bring it, for bedtime only. Explain to them that you do not want the toy outside and getting dirty.
- Bring your child’s pillow. The ground is going to be hard and it will be comforting for them to have the pillow they are used to sleeping on at home.
- Bring outdoor activities such as a Frisbee, football, baseball, or any other activity that the whole family can take part in.
Another “rule” we have is no electronics. Leave the Game Boys and PSPs at home. Camping is a time to enjoy the outdoors!
I’ll keep the post to these tips for now. I’m also going to be posting about camping and cooking with kids. Suggestions as to what to bring for food to make your camping trip stress free. Oh, and do not forget about the Easy S’Mores recipe!
This makes post #100 for Great Wild Outdoors!
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Awesome! Will remember those when I have little kiddies. Sure does sound about like the way I was raised - of course back then there were no hand held electronics, so thee leave electronics home part was easy.
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Kids sure change camping! For the good of course! You get to teach them about snipe hunting and keep them busy for a while!
You forgot an essential! Bring something that’ll keep them quiet and not wake up other campers at 5am - I know it breaks your rules but I use a movie on an iPod with headphone just in case of very early wake ups!
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Yeah an iPod would work. My son is an avid reader so he usually brings a book to read. He’s also the type that can sleep anywhere so I end up waking him up usually.
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Great blog, photos and articles. Very informative. Most of my fishing is done in Canada. Thanks for sharing. Wishing you tight lines and big fish. Rick
My kids love camping! We go at least 3 to 4 times a year. And we don’t have to worry about the tent. Because we bought a pop-up camper a few years ago. I love it!
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Great post. I’m a big fan of bringing board games as it encourages interaction with the entire family like you mentioned. I also plan on adding a telescope into the mix for next year so we can gaze at the stars on those clear nights..
Eric
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Eric - We have a couple of favorite board games we’ll have to pack those up when we do our next campout. Probably Spring. Son is up for camping anytime but the wife is a warm weather camper!
I think leaving electronic toys at home is a great idea! Another is to get a disposable camera and have your kid be in charge of taking nature pictures… they’ll feel special and have a great time!
Also giving a kid their own survival pack will have them feeling like a bonified camper Bear Gryll’s style!
Yes, leave the electronics at home . If you do a little planning the kids will have fun. If you bring the electronics its too easy for them to fall back on. The electronics will be there when they get back home.
For sure! The electronics will be there when you get back home.