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Fun Family Activities for a Camping Trip

December 5, 2017 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Fun Family Activities for a Camping Trip

Camping is one of the best outdoor activities for the whole family to do together. Not only is it a mini-vacation, it’s also a wonderful educational experience for little ones, and an excellent chance to spend some time together as a family and bond with each other. Taking some time away from home and all the distractions such as TV and the internet will be good for the whole family, and you’ll come back feeling refreshed and revitalized from the experience. If you’re planning your first family camping trip, we’ve put together some ideas for outdoor activities that are sure to keep you all entertained.

#1. Fishing:

If you’re going to be camping at a site that has a lake or a river nearby, then fishing could be the perfect relaxing activity to kick off your camping experience. Fishing is fun for the whole family, and it’s easy to pick up, meaning that even the youngest of kids can have a go. You might even be able to find a campsite where you’re able to fish and then cook your catch of the day, making for a great family meal!

If you’d like to carve some time for yourself and enjoy hunting you can try and see if there is a hunting location nearby as well. Head over to woodburyoutfitters.com where you can find all the hunting, fishing and camping gear that you need.

 

#2. Stories Around the Campfire:

No camping trip would be complete without telling stories around the campfire! Don’t forget to pack plenty of marshmallows for roasting and making s’mores, and take along a box of matches to keep your fire going. Spend the day as a family collecting dry wood to create a traditional campfire, then in the evening, you can all gather round the fire together. You could even make it into a fun game by starting a story and having everybody add to it after a certain number of minutes – who knows where the story will go!

 

#3. Arts and Crafts:

If your little ones love to be creative, then incorporating arts and crafts into your camping trip is a fun idea. For example, there are several things that they can create out of twigs and sticks, such as rustic vases, pictures, or even decorations for your tent or camper! Don’t forget to take along craft supplies such as paper, paints and glue to keep them occupied for hours on end. You could even go on an adventure to find craft supplies to take back home, such as colorful leaves, flowers for pressing, sticks, and unusual pebbles and stones.

 

#4. Scavenger Hunts:

Scavenger hunts can be a fun way to keep your little ones occupied at the campsite, and there are so many great things that they can look for. You can even hide candy and other treats along the way to make it even more exciting for them. Some fun ideas to look for on a camping scavenger hunt include bird feathers, pine cones, smooth rocks, water from a stream, maple leaves, or even animal footprints. Don’t include anything on the list that shouldn’t be moved, such as birds’ nests, and ensure that your kids are aware of the boundaries of the hunt and have a cell phone or whistle in case of emergencies.

Enjoy your camping trip!

Filed Under: travel Tagged With: activities, camp, camping, family, family time, family trip, family trips, travel, vacation

Proud of My Daughters YMCA Accomplishment!

April 1, 2016 by dadofdivas 1 Comment

Mystic Lake YMCA Camp

I am so proud of my daughter! She went to Mystic Lake YMCA Camp last summer and wrote about her experience for the chance to be selected for a scholarship to attend camp again this summer. She worked had on what she had to say and is now one of 5 finalists for a Michigan YMCA Camps scholarship for her post about her experience at Mystic Lake YMCA Camp last summer. Can you help her win the camp scholarship? She just needs you to like her picture at the below link:

https://www.facebook.com/michiganymcacamps/photos/a.148978681824461.39212.128976310491365/986619104727077/?type=3&theater

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Filed Under: fatherhood Tagged With: accomplishment, camp, dad, father, mystic lake, proud, proud dad, YMCA

5 TIPS AND HINTS WHEN PACKING FOR SUMMER CAMP:

July 7, 2010 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

We can all recall that when we were little, one of the major steps in growing up was the sleep-away camp. As excited kids and worried parents get ready for this landmark, it can be easy to forget to pack some crucial basics to ensure kids’ safety. With that in mind, Moishe’s Mobile Storage has put together the below tips and packing hints to provide for a smooth trip for your child. 

As industry experts and leaders in the moving industry, Moishe’s has seen it all. Based on experience as well as diverse knowledge of the industry, the company has compiled the following tips and hints to help any family packing with their child for the first time or wanting to review what is needed since last year’s adventures.
5 TIPS AND HINTS WHEN PACKING FOR SUMMER CAMP:

Necessities – There is always a need for the common things when leaving home for a long time.  These could include soap, shampoo, deodorant, medication, and a toothbrush.  A way to have your child bring these to camp could be in an easy to carry bucket with their name or a shower caddy that they can decorated to stand out.

Nature Comforts – Not only will your child be moving in with new friends, but they will be bunking with some unfamiliar critters. Don’t forget to pack plenty of bug spray and sunscreen as part of your camper’s daily defenses.  Trash bags can also be used as a makeshift poncho when rain hits but can also be used for dirty laundry.  
Memory Makers – Summer camp will be full of fun memories, so be sure to include a disposable camera and perhaps a journal.  Cameras should definitely be disposable since they have a good chance of disappearing throughout the camper’s stay. Journals can also be tailored to your kid so they can record their memories and keep track of friends.
Comfort Items – It may be your child’s first time away from home so it might be hard to adapt.  Make sure that you pack a few surprises in their bag including family pictures and stuffed animals.  These items are a quick fix for homesickness and will be a good start for the campers to share stories of home.
What to Avoid – Even though your child may use certain scented shampoos or lotions, they are not a good idea at a camp because they will attract insects.  Every child appreciates their own goodies from home such as their favorite cookies and candy.  However, call ahead to see if the camp allows snacks and if so, be sure to pack them in air-tight containers to avoid a visit from bugs.


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Camp Crock- a family camp experience at home

May 19, 2010 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment


Before summer gets into full swing, create the camp experience at home and enter to win a Florida vacation and $1,000 in spending money.  Camp Country Crock helps families come together with do-it-yourself activities and easy-to-make recipes to keep everyone entertained and create teachable moments.  www.CampCountryCrock.com  features a Merit Badge program, with six different merit badges opening one per week starting April 19 through May 24, 2010.  They are:
  • Mess Hall, easy recipes and foodelated activities to help kids learn about cooking and nutrition
  • Science Scout, easy and fun experiments
  • Smart Campers, how-to guides for basic camping activities like setting up a tent and building a fire pit
  • Sports Explorer, physical activities that focus on organized games
  • Crafty Critters, arts and crafts that provide lessons about nature
  • Little Leaders, activities to teach leadership and sharing.
Each badge has a number of activities appropriate for each age group (ages 6-8 and 9+).  Earning all six badges allows each family to enter into a sweepstakes to win a free personalized Camp Country Crock growth chart (through May 28, 2010), with a chance to sign up for a Nickelodeon Suites Resorts sweepstakes: 10 lucky families will receive a six-day/seven-night trip, including airfare and ground transportation, to the Nickelodeon Suites Resorts in Orlando, Fla.; invitations to participate in a three-day Camp Country Crock experience at the Nickelodeon Suites Resort; and $1,000 in spending money.


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