Kids Camping Activities + Crafts

Is there anything that gets kids laughing harder around the campfire than a round of Mad Libs? I don’t think so! There’s something about hearing a ridiculous story that YOU helped create that just never gets old – and camping Mad Libs are especially hilarious because the stories are about things happening RIGHT where you are! Whether you’re huddled in the tent waiting out a rainstorm, winding down after a long day of hiking, or just looking for a fun campfire activity that works for all ages, camping Mad Libs … Read more

Phones are put away, s’mores are done, and the campfire is crackling – now what? This is exactly when a round of camping Would You Rather becomes the best decision you’ve made all trip! It’s one of those rare games that works for literally everyone around the fire, from the 5-year-old who just wants to be silly to the adults who end up debating their answers way longer than expected. No supplies, no setup, no prep – just questions and opinions! We’ve split this list into sections so you can … Read more

Camping trivia is one of those activities that works in so many situations – stuck in the car on the way to the campsite, gathered around the campfire after dinner, or filling time during a rainy afternoon in the tent. And unlike most campfire games, it’s genuinely fun for every age at once. I’ve put together 75+ camping trivia questions sorted into categories so you can mix and match for your group. Little kids get their own easy section, older kids and teens have progressively harder questions, and adults get … Read more

Spring is basically a countdown to mud season in our house – and after a few years of watching my kids track it everywhere, I finally decided to just lean into it and make them their own mud kitchen! The only problem? Every mud kitchen tutorial I found involved scavenging for wood, borrowing tools, and committing to a permanent structure that would sit in my backyard forever. I also really wanted something we could collapse and take camping, because keeping kids busy at the campsite is basically its own full … Read more

If you’re looking for camping words for kids, this list includes over 200 camping-themed vocabulary words related to camping gear, nature, outdoor activities, and campfire fun. These words are perfect for word searches, spelling lists, classroom activities, or camping-themed learning units. I created a fun, downloadable camping words list (with pictures) for teachers to use at the bottom! Jump To Your Perfect Camping Words List! Camping Gear Words These are all items used while camping (use them to make a fun campsite scavenger hunt like this!) Nature and Outdoor Words … Read more

Rainy days outdoors don’t have to be dreary – as they say, if life gives you lemons, make a lemonade! So in the same fashion, if Mother Nature gives you a rainy day, lets go exploring with a fun rain day scavenger hunt! Why Do an Outdoor Rainy Day Scavenger Hunt? While indoor activities can be super fun (who doesn’t love the sound of rain on a rooftop??) it can also be fun to just put on the right clothes and enjoy the rain! By having some specific ideas in … Read more

If your kids are Lego fans like mine, then they’ll LOVE this fun camping themed Lego activity – Camp Brick! After watching four seasons of Lego Masters, my kids had really been wanting a “challenge” they can all try to make too… so I whipped this up and they are loving it! While I love sets and directions, I designed this with the most common legos in mind so that the pictures are easy to understand without any written directions. The pictures are there to give them a start – … Read more

Picture this – your kids think they’re going on the average camp trip and then… BOOM! You’re cracking riddles that turn your trip into a treasure hunt. Sounds cool, right? This isn’t just any camping trip – with these fun camping riddle clues, it’s a team effort brainstorm to find the treasure that’s sure to make some awesome memories. So, grab your camping gear, dust off your thinking cap, and get ready for some clue-solving at camp! How to Host A Riddle Based Scavenger Hunt Before we get to the … Read more

Looking for a yummy way to teach campfire safety in your class or camp – check out these yummy and educational campfire snacks! They’re a great way to keep things interesting and fun while also having a chance to talk about some campfire safety to kids of all ages (even the teens have fun with this!) Most of the food items can be bought in bulk and don’t need a ton of prep work ahead of time. Let’s dive into this delicious campfire! Ingredients Needed for Recipe This is best … Read more