Something as simple as a flashlight can be a fun camping gift.
Getting the whole family together for a camping trip can be a lot of fun. The outdoor experience can help get your children more active and teach them that they can have fun without electronic gizmos and gadgets. To make the trip even more fun, pick up a few fun camping gifts for your kids.
Their Own Tent
If your children are old enough and responsible enough, their own tent can be a great gift idea. This makes them feel more adult-like and they can have all kinds of fun in their own tent. It also teaches them basic mechanical skills, as you can have them set it up and take it down with some help from mom and dad, of course. An added benefit is that you can sleep peacefully in your own tent while they have a blast in theirs.
Fishing Gear
A lot of campsites also have a lake for fishing. Getting your children fishing gear can lead to all sorts of fun. They can learn an important skill in fishing, plus it can help encourage an interest in the outdoors. It can also lead to some great time for family bonding, as you have a lot of down time between catching fish to talk.
Backpack
Many kids love to help mom and dad do things and it makes them feel productive. Getting your children a fun camping backpack can not only make them more excited to go camping, but they can also carry some supplies. This allows them to help mom and dad, but will not harm the kids, as camping backpacks have waist straps to help center the load and not cause unneeded stress on your child's back.
Mountain Bike
Many campsites have mountain biking trails. This is a great time to get your children into biking. Pick up a small, non-complex bike to allow them to learn. Not only will it be a blast for your children, but it is healthy and a family bike ride is a great way to bond and share stories. Make certain not to get a bike with too many gears to shift through, as it may frustrate your child and have an adverse effect.
Sleeping Bag
When you are going camping, you do not want to load up on blankets to keep warm, this is why there are sleeping bags. Many sleeping bags are designed to provide warmth and take up minimal space. Getting your kids their own sleeping bags is a great gift. There are also themed sleeping bags available, so see if one is available in you child's favorite theme, such as their favorite sport, cartoon character or car.
Campfire Songs and Stories
Campfire songs and stories can help promote family togetherness when camping. Pick up a few campfire song and story books. Make certain to check the story book before buying it, you do not want to buy too scary of a book.
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