Kids camp for all sorts of reasons, but the most common is that it’s fun. But how does a parent make sure their children have an enjoyable time? We put together this article with some ideas and activities to help keep your kids entertained and excited to be at camp. Activities range from arts and crafts to team-building games to outdoor activities.
1) Play Ball Games
Baseball, football, badminton, or basketball? Whatever sport you choose, it’s a great way to teach kids how to work as a team and make friends with other kids. Ball games are also a great way to burn off some of that extra energy. Kids love the competitive nature of it, and it can also be a great way to keep them busy when it’s raining or if you’re at the campground during a downpour.
2) Take a Hike
Venturing out into the great outdoors can be a lot of fun. Hiking and walking through the woods or along streams can encourage exploration, teamwork, and cooperation. Kids love to get muddy, so don’t worry about getting them completely covered in dirt, but get them into an adventure they’ll enjoy.
3) Go on a Scavenger Hunt
Let your kids’ imaginations run free. Let them come up with crazy, creative clues that will lead them to the end of their scavenger hunt. Whether finding a tennis ball in a tree or a bag of M&M’s in the food tent, scavenger hunts are great ways to keep your kids occupied and looking forward to seeing what they might find next.
4) Craft Something
Craft activities make for great entertainment if your kids are a little older and have a creative streak. Kids will love creating their toys or jewelry and can put these to good use when they get home. It’s also a great way to get them out of the house, so they’ll be less likely to just open the TV and sit there all day.
5) Camp Fire and Camp Fire Games
Campfires are a great way to get kids to do various activities. You can tell them to cook something or make a fire so they can have fire-roasted s’mores, for example. You can make up games about searching for food in the woods or set up an obstacle course with hay bales and ropes.
6) Team-Building Games
Team-building games are a great way to strengthen or create teamwork in your kids. You can set up a relay race or make silly games that make the kids work together creatively. This is also a good way to spend time with your kids and get to know their friends. Start with simple games, then graduate to more challenging ones.
7) Camp Songs
Music is an important part of camping. You can have a campfire sing-a-long or have some fun and make up your campfire songs. Encourage the kids to develop their catchy tunes and teach them how to play the instruments they need to learn.
8) Book a Rafting Trip
A fun and active way to spend the day with your kids is by taking them out on a rafting trip. You don’t have to go to an artificial water park but can head out to a real river or lake. This is a great way to bond with your kids and teach them about the natural world.
In conclusion, quite a few fun, easy-to-do activities can help you keep your kids busy, happy, and ready to have a great time at camp.
