Create a Mini Adventure Get children involved in pitching the tent, unrolling sleeping bags and setting up their temporary home for the night. Half the excitement comes from the preparation. Explore Your Own Backyard Challenge little explorers to spot insects, birds, interesting leaves or clouds. You could even create a simple nature scavenger hunt and see what treasures they discover. Stay Up for the Stars Summer evenings are perfect for stargazing. Wrap up in a blanket, look for constellations and see who can spot the first star. Children are often fascinated simply by slowing down and looking up. Don’t Forget the Snacks No camping trip is complete without something tasty to eat. Whether it’s toasted marshmallows, hot chocolate or a late-night picnic, food always seems to taste better outdoors. Let Their Imaginations Run Wild A tent can become a castle, pirate ship or secret hideout. One of the joys of back garden camping is seeing where children’s imaginations take them. If the weather turns or nobody sleeps, you’re only a few steps from home. That’s the beauty of a back garden adventure! Sometimes the simplest ideas create the biggest memories. Why not give it a try this summer? Back Garden Camping: All the Adventure, None of the Traffic! Back garden camping is firmly on our family’s summer bucket list this year. As much as I love the idea of a camping adventure, I also love being close to my own bathroom and kettle! For children, the adventure is often more important than the destination. A tent pitched a few metres from the back door can feel just as exciting as a campsite miles from home. 20 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
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