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Preparing For A Camping Trip With Your Kids

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Real Estate Agent with Compass

Taking Your Kids on a Fun Camping Adventure

If you are considering taking your children camping, this article has some terrific tips to help you make the most of your adventure. Your kids are certain to appreciate the effort you put into creating a fun time together.

Talk to your children when you begin planning the trip.  Let them offer their ideas and suggestions regarding what they desire to get from the trip.  Really listen to them so you can try to make the experience something they will cherish.

Before you go on the actual trip, consider creating some pre-trip excitement by camping in your yard.  Break out the tent and the grill and lock the house. Try as much as possible to simulate what the actual camping experience will be like. This also gives you the opportunity to be sure that your list of things to take is complete before you actually go on your adventure.

Make and review your list to make certain that you have everything you need for the trip. Camping in your backyard should help you, but there are still things that you need that may not come up while still so close to home.  Do not forget things like a first aid kit and drinking water.  Even if you plan on eating fish you catch, bring some other foods as a backup in case the fish aren't biting that day.

You should also have supplies for various types of weather.  Weathermen have been known to be wrong and you want to be sure that you have clothing to keep everyone warm and dry.  Bring extra blankets to ensure comfort through the night.

These suggestions should help your kids to really enjoy and appreciate a family camping adventure.  Planning ahead and involving the kids is certain to leave a positive impression in their minds for years to come.

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Happy Trails,

Donnie