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How to Take Kids Camping and Make It Fun

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By dete49
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Children love to try new things.Try camping but make it fun.

Difficulty: Easy
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Things You'll Need:

  • Warm clothes,tents,sleeping bags
  1. Step 1

    One of the first activities I did with my kids was take them camping.We camped out on a island in the St.Lawrence river.We had no electric or running water so it was back to nature.They loved the experience of camping out even when a nor'easter blew through,wow that was something.Take extra batteries,first aid kits.Most of all be patient and enjoy the outdoors and your children.

  2. Step 2

    Baby wipes - Never stop buying baby wipes just because your kids are no longer in diapers. These little wonders make life a lot easier when out in the wilderness.Getting to sleep - If your children are too excited or a bit nervous about sleeping in a tent,sit by the fire and talk it does wonders for their nerves and creates a bond with them. prepared for all types of contingencies. Along with lots of snacks and back-up rain gear, bring along these activities and suggestions to keep your children occupied and happy while camping.

  3. Step 3

    Music, Bring a battery-powered CD player for night time. The sounds of nature are beautiful but if you aren’t used to them they can be scary. Soothing music will help mask all the sounds that might scare or wake-up the kids.
    Most tent campgrounds have a foundation of dirt. Bring shovel and pails and any other outdoor toys that will keep the children busy right by the tent.Teach them how to fish use small fishing poles and worms.smores are the traditional camping treats.

Tips & Warnings
  • If they like to read good books can help if its raining and let them read to you. If they are old enough take a compass and a map , teach them how to use the compass with the map.
  • Make sure to bring plenty of toilet paper(lol)
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