Camping Bingo Printables (Free Game for Kids)

If you’re looking for a fun camping bingo printable for kids, you’re in the right place! These free camping bingo cards are a simple activity you can print and bring along on your next camping trip, campground stay, or even a camping-themed party. Bingo is one of those games kids never seem to get tired of, and this camping version makes it even more fun with pictures of things you might spot around camp. You can play it like a traditional bingo game, turn it into a matching activity for … Read more

Camping Mad Libs – 6 Printable Stories Kids Will Love (+Free PDFs!)

printable camping mad libs

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

Camping Would You Rather Questions + Free Printable (65+ Ideas for Kids, Teens + Adults!)

printable camping trivia for kids

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 for Kids + Adults (75+ Questions with Answers!)

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

Butterfly Life Cycle for Kids (Free Printable Brochure!)

butterfly life cycle activity for kids

Of all the nature topics we explore as an outdoor family, the butterfly life cycle might be the most magical. There’s something about watching a creature completely transform itself – from a tiny egg to a munching caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly – that never gets old, no matter how many times you explain it to a kid. Spring is the perfect time to learn about it because butterflies are actually out there doing it right now! This article walks through all four stages of the butterfly life cycle for … Read more

50 Spring Activities for Kids (Outdoor, Nature + Camping Ideas!)

Spring is finally here – the mud is back, the birds are loud, and the kids are desperate to get outside after a long winter! As an outdoor mom of 3 in Wyoming, spring is honestly one of my favorite seasons to get out with the kids. Everything feels new and exciting, and there is SO much to explore. Below I’ve rounded up 50 spring activities for kids covering nature, outdoor play, crafts, and even some camping ideas to kick off the season right. There’s something here for every age … Read more

Frog Life Cycle for Kids (Free Printable Brochure)

free printable frog life cycle activity for kids

Spring is one of the best times to learn about frogs – the eggs are hatching in ponds, tadpoles are wriggling around in the shallows, and if you know where to look you can actually watch the whole life cycle happening right in front of you! As an outdoor family in Wyoming, the frog life cycle is one of our favorite spring nature topics to explore with the kids. This article walks through all four stages of the frog life cycle for kids in simple language, with a free printable … Read more

RV Storage Hacks: 32 Clever Ideas to Maximize Every Inch (with Photos!)

Storage is the #1 struggle in camper life – and after years of RVing with three kids, I’ve learned that the difference between a chaotic trip and a smooth one usually comes down to how well you’ve used your space. Every inch counts when you’re living out of a camper! I’ve pulled together the best RV storage hacks I’ve personally used or seen fellow RVers swear by – covering every room from the kitchen and bathroom to the bedroom, living area, and exterior basement. Whether you have a small travel … Read more

DIY Mud Kitchen from Wire Cube Shelves (No Tools, No Rot, Travels Anywhere!)

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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

Camping Words List (200 Camping Vocabulary Words + Free Printable Worksheets)

12 easy camping words for kids

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

Camping Wordsearch Printable (Free Puzzle for Kids)

If you’re looking for a fun camping word search printable for kids, you’re in the right place! This free camping puzzle is a great quiet activity for camping trips, classrooms, or rainy days at the campsite. Download the printable below and let kids search for camping-themed words like tent, campfire, lantern, and trail. Free Easy Camping Word Search Printables I created a couple levels of difficulty for these, as well as a color or black and white option in the PDF. I keep a couple of them stocked in my … Read more