DIY Summer Camp 101 at Home (with printable lesson plans!)

If you’re needing some structure during summer I’ve created a fun 5 day summer camp activity (badges included!) that will teach your kids some camping safety and how tos through activities and play! Each day of the week will have a theme and multiple options to participate in it including crafts, worksheets, or actually doing the real thing! This is chock full of educational camping activities since, as we all know, kids learn best through play! Here’s what this DIY Summer Camp activity line up looks like – This lesson … Read more

7 Reasons Why a Kids Camping Journal is a PERFECT Kids Camping Activity!

It’s common knowledge that there are adult camping journals.. so why not give your child their very own KIDS camping journal so they they can record and remember all the awesome camping activities they did?? I know I hold onto WAY too many things my kids do but this is one I won’t feel gulity about. Our camping memories are some of the best, most connected ones we have. To travel around together and explore new campsites is a a memory I’ll always cherish, and I love having a way … Read more

11 Ideas to Have an AWESOME Easter Camping Outdoors With Kids

If you prefer getting away during Easter to avoid the mad stampede of kids during the Easter egg hunt (no joke, it’s shoulder to shoulder here!) then check out some fun ways to celebrate Easter while camping! We recently went camping for Easter, and even though I was a little unsure at first (it was our twins first Easter they could walk!) I think all the kids had WAY more fun than the typical plastic egg hunt! Our favorite thing was dying our rocks (just like eggs!) because they got … Read more

53 BEST Tips For Camping With Toddlers and Babies!

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I have compiled my top 53 tips for camping with toddlers and babies to help you have your best experience possible! After having camped with three toddlers so far, I can confirm that while it might not be as relaxing (compared to pre kid days anyways) it certainly is more fun and entertaining! You don’t have to pack much more, especially if you are only camping for a short period of time, however, it’s still good to know some tips on how to really make the most out of your … Read more

23 Best Camping Gifts for Babies!

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If you love camping and want to pass that love onto your baby (or a friends baby who love exploring!) then this is the gift guide for you! These camping gifts for baby cover everything – fun accessories and toys, clothes, and of course the essentials for actually going camping! From books about camping, pretend play toys and even pesonalized gear, you’ll be sure to find something that’s perfect for them here! Let’s check it out! Here are some other baby camping articles you’ll love!

The Best Toddler Sleeping Bags For Camping of 2022

If you’re going on a family camp trip with little ones, then it’s super important to ensure they stay warm and dry in a toddler sleeping bag! It’s also really nice to get your toddler their own sleeping bag if you don’t go camping that often, and want to get them really excited about it! I know my little guy is 100 times more hyped up about doing something if he knows he has his own stuff he can use! I’m going to review a couple of different types of … Read more

15 Sweet Tips To Go Camping with Kids (And Not Stress About it!)

Camping with kids can be so amazing – there is just something magical about letting everyone explore, disconnect from your normal life, and enjoy eachother! Alright alright… that sounds kind of like a fantasy right? Does camping with the kids look more like this – the kids screaming and fighting, while you’re frantically throwing everything into grocery bags and already looking forward to that first cool beverage before you even make it to the campsite? Don’t worry – I’m going to simplify the whole process to you with some of … Read more

15 Proven Tips to Go Camping with Your Newborn… and LOVE It!

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If you camped alot before your baby, you likely are pretty excited to camp with your newborn ASAP… but you might also have some fears of how different it will be, or if it will even be worth it! While we camped with our first child a little later than newborn, we camped pretty early with our twin girls. We just HAD to get back to being us, and we wanted to get them to love being outside as soon as possible. Camping with a newborn can seem pretty intimidating … Read more

How Cold is Too Cold to Camp With Baby (+How To Keep Babies Warm While Camping at Night!)

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It’s always a big concern when taking your baby to camp for the first time – how cold is too cold to go camping with your baby, and how do you keep them warm? The good news is, the threshhold can be said that as long as you can stay warm, they can (if dressed appropriately!) If you dress your baby in adequate layers, is is unlikely it will be too cold to camp with your baby! This includes a baselayer, wool layer, and perhaps an insulated (and baby safe) … Read more

The Only 3 Toddler Camping Beds of 2023 Worth Your Money!

Whether you’re tent camping with a toddler and need an all in one toddler travel bed or are an avid traveler and need a conveneint fold away bed, you’re in the right spot! I know we often end up spending a night or two in a hotel, even if we are using our pull behind, if we are on an extended trip just so that we can shower and catch up on laundry. With my little boy now a 43 pound massive toddler who kicks like a donkey, co sleeping … Read more