Summer is coming up soon and that means warm weather, kids are out of school, and there is a ton of fun to be had. One of my favorite things to do with my family is to go camping. It’s a great, affordable way to have fun together without having to worry about going to extravagant things and spending a ton of money. Simplicity can be just a fun as long as you have the right people to spend that time with. When it comes to camping with your kids it is important to be safe and make sure they know how to stay safe. I am going to be sharing with you a few safety tips that you should be Teaching Camping and Outdoor Safety to Kids…I won’t say which ones I learned the hard way.
Teaching Camping and Outdoor Safety to Kids
-Always Stay Close to Camp:
Kids should never ever wander off alone when they are camping. Being in the woods just makes things way too easy to get lost, and it could take hours to find them if they do become lost. Teach your kids to play around camp and not to wander off, as it could be very dangerous.
-Go With a Buddy When Leaving:
If anyone at camp needs to go away to get water, or use the restroom, etc., make sure they always have a buddy with them. Let your kids know if they need to get up in the middle of the night or anything, to always wake you up so you can go with them.
If anyone at camp needs to go away to get water, or use the restroom, etc., make sure they always have a buddy with them. Let your kids know if they need to get up in the middle of the night or anything, to always wake you up so you can go with them.
-Watch Out For Dangerous Bugs/Poisonous Plants:
There are a ton of bugs that can sting your kiddos out in the wild, make sure they are wearing bug repellent and trying their best to avoid these. They will also want to watch out for poison ivy, poison oak, and other poisonous plants. To prepare them, show them what these things look like and let them know never to touch these plants.
There are a ton of bugs that can sting your kiddos out in the wild, make sure they are wearing bug repellent and trying their best to avoid these. They will also want to watch out for poison ivy, poison oak, and other poisonous plants. To prepare them, show them what these things look like and let them know never to touch these plants.
-Pack Warm: Even though it may be nice and warm during the day, it can still get pretty cold in the woods at night. Make sure your kiddos pack warm clothes to ensure their safety in all temperatures.
-Stay Hydrated:
It is so important to stay hydrated in the woods because, well, you are in the middle of nowhere. Make sure you have a ton of water on hand and everyone is staying properly hydrated.
It is so important to stay hydrated in the woods because, well, you are in the middle of nowhere. Make sure you have a ton of water on hand and everyone is staying properly hydrated.
-Avoid Wild Animals:
Lastly, you will definitely want to remind your kiddos to avoid any wild animals such as bears and coyotes. These can be VERY dangerous. The best way to do this is by remaining close to camp and not venturing into any non-camping areas.
Lastly, you will definitely want to remind your kiddos to avoid any wild animals such as bears and coyotes. These can be VERY dangerous. The best way to do this is by remaining close to camp and not venturing into any non-camping areas.
Camping can be so much fun with the whole family, but you definitely want to stay safe as well. Be sure to keep everyone safe and make sure your kiddos know how to stay safe.
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