| Camping can be a great way to give the whole | | | | at least if it is cold and wet outside they can |
| family a really great vacation as long as you | | | | amuse themselves. There is nothing worse than |
| remember a few camping necessities and tips. | | | | sitting in a tent listening to the rain with nothing to |
| Not only is it a lot cheaper than most other types | | | | do. |
| of holidays, but you also have the great outdoors | | | | If you have smaller or younger children, don’t |
| for you and the children to play around in, making | | | | expect them to be able to keep up on long day |
| it healthy as well as loads of fun. | | | | hikes as they just won’t be able to do it. Try |
| When going on a camping trip with children it is | | | | to break the day up into smaller outings, this way |
| important to get a few things right. Things like | | | | it makes it much more of an adventure and they |
| getting to your chosen campsite in plenty of time | | | | will find it fun and not a chore. Also find out as |
| to set up camp and get everything organised. | | | | much as you can about the area in which you will |
| The last thing you want to do is have the kids | | | | be staying, so that you can organise lots of |
| hanging around getting cold and bored, while | | | | different day trips to any places of interest. |
| you’re trying to pitch a tent in the dark. This | | | | Summary |
| way you won’t be starting your campout by | | | | - Arrive in plenty of time to set up camp. |
| getting stressed. | | | | - Give the kids their own space (pup-tent) |
| Kids love to feel a bit independent so if you can | | | | - Bring books and games for bad weather days. |
| take two tents, one large one for the adults to | | | | - Find out about the area your staying in, for day |
| sleep in, that also serves for eating meals and for | | | | trips. |
| the whole family during the daytime. And also a | | | | - Make sure to pack food and drink in case stores |
| smaller pup tent for the younger ones to sleep in | | | | are closed on arrival. |
| and as a refuge for when they want a break | | | | - Let the kids get involved in whole thing, like |
| from mum and dad. Make sure its close enough | | | | pitching their own tent and helping with the |
| to keep an eye on them so they stay safe | | | | cooking etc. |
| though. | | | | - And don’t forget to ENJOY IT. |
| Make sure you bring along plenty of things for the | | | | Lastly when you get back home make sure that |
| kids, like books and games, so that they have | | | | you wash and repair any gear that needs it and |
| plenty to keep themselves occupied, as you | | | | then repack it ready for next time. That way |
| can’t guarantee fine weather all the time, and | | | | your all set for your next top family vacation. |