Family Fun: Camping in your Backyard or Home

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Can’t get away this summer? Want to get in a little “practice” before the big trip? Why not try camping in your backyard or have a family sleepover in your home. A great memory maker. (Truth be told- who doesn’t want to sleep in their basement playroom when there is a heat wave!)

you'll need Materials

  • Tent
  • Mattresses
  • Sleeping bags or sheets
  • Pillows
  • Flashlights
  • Special snacks
  • Water bottles

Directions

  • Set up your tent and camping gear in your back yard. This is a great way to ease into camping (especially with the indoor bathroom close at hand!). Make it special with snacks, reading stories with a flashlight etc. As a child, my sisters and I did this and caught the Northern Lights- an amazing memory!

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  • Alternatively, set up some mattresses in an area of your home where your whole family can fit and have a sleepover together. Make it a movie night or a time to stay up late, sharing stories etc.

Purpose

  • Preparation for wilderness camping.

Safety Notes

  • Follow any safety guidelines outlined on your camping gear.

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