Activities
Education
Family activities
Staying the night in and can’t figure out how to keep you and your family busy? Have some fun with these activities for all ages! Family fun nights are important to stay connected and create memories with your loved ones.
Charades – How many of these can you act out and have the other players guess correctly?
Here’s a list of some words you can try to act out or you can choose your own!
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Rock climbing
• An owl
• Rock skipping
• Roasting a marshmallow
• Magic trick
• Using a compass
• Spraying bug spray
• Binoculars
• Grilling
• Setting up a tent
• Chopping firewood
• Park ranger
Fort Building – Can you build a fort with what you have at home?
Materials: Blankets, pillows, and chairs
Optional: Couch cushions, clothes pins, whatever you have available!
1. Clear some space up, either in a bedroom, the basement, or the living room! You want lots of space to build your fort.
2. Set up the chairs and begin draping the blankets over the chairs, add the couch cushions on the floor, add some pillows for your heads, and keep everything secure with some clothes pins!
Lip Sync Battle – Who knows their favorite song word for word?
Everyone chooses a song they think they know by heart and each person will pretend to sing their song, along with the music, by mouthing the words. Who knows the words the best?
Paint Night – Let your inner artist shine!
Materials: Pre-made paint kit or acrylic paints, paint brushes, and canvases
Optional: Easels
1. Set up paint stations and lay all materials out
2. Paint freely or come up with a theme or challenge for your paint group!
3. Show everyone your awesome artwork!
Slime Time – What slime recipe will you try?
Materials: Mixing bowl and a measuring cup/spoon
Optional: Food coloring, glitter, beads
Slime Recipe 1:
• 1 tbsp Baking soda
• 1-2 tbsp Contact saline solution
• 1 cup School glue
Slime Recipe 2:
• 1 cup Warm water
• 1 tsp Borax
• 1 cup School glue
Combine your slime ingredients to make a fun goo and add food coloring, glitter, or beads for your own personalization!
Kindness Rocks – Make someone’s day with a kind message!
What are kindness rocks? They are a popular craft and trend where you design a rock with paint and kind words or an inspirational quote!
Materials: A rock, paint, paint brush, and permanent marker
1. Find the perfect rock
2. Wash your rock
3. Give your rock a base coat
4. Add a positive message or drawing
Tagged:- activities, family activities, family fun
Campers
As the sun rises on the horizon and the scent of adventure fills the air, you find yourself at the threshold of a new chapter: summer camp. Whether you’re a first-time camper or a seasoned veteran, getting acquainted with your temporary home-away-from-home is crucial for a smooth and enjoyable experience. So, before you dive headfirst […]
Activities
School
As the new school year begins, both students and teachers may feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. Forging connections and building rapport from the get-go is essential for a positive and productive learning environment. That’s where team building activities come in – they’re not only fun but also effective in breaking down barriers and […]
Read More...
Campers
As the sun rises higher in the sky and school winds down for the year, anticipation fills the air for the countless kids eagerly awaiting the start of summer camp. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or embarking on your very first adventure in the great outdoors, there are certain unwritten rules that every camper should […]
Read More...
School
Transitioning from the carefree days of summer to the structure of school can be challenging for both children and parents alike. However, with some thoughtful planning and consistency, you can create a seamless back-to-school routine that fosters productivity, learning, and well-being. Here’s how: Start Early, Ease In Transitioning abruptly from summer vacation to a strict […]
Read More...
Activities
Campers
Embarking on a new adventure at summer camp can be simultaneously thrilling and nerve-wracking. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned camper, the first day can be filled with a mix of excitement and apprehension, especially when it comes to meeting new people. But fear not! With a few simple tips and tricks, you’ll be […]
Read More...
Read More...
Read More...
Read More...
Read More...
Activities (192)
Arts and crafts (55)
Camp stories (11)
Camp traditions (20)
Campers (87)
Cooking (33)
Education (4)
Family activities (76)
Featured camps (12)
Gift Guides (11)
Music (9)
Outdoor adventure (28)
Parents (61)
Podcast (25)
School (15)
Science (9)
Sports (32)
STEM (5)
Water sports (1)