Hobbies And Interests
Marshmallow Stuff
Making s'mores and roasting marshmallows by the campfire are classic favorites for children. A great way to incorporate marshmallows into a camp game is to have a marshmallow-stuffing competition. Messy but fun, this game requires only a few bags of marshmallows and a hearty appetite. Children all receive a plate full of jumbo-sized marshmallows. The objective is to see how many marshmallows the kids can fit in their mouths before one falls out. The game requires a sense of humor and will teach the children how to have a healthy competition.
Wild Charades
A camp-inspired twist on this game is to have children guess people, places and things associated with camping. This could include acting out a hiking trip, roasting marshmallows, setting up a tent or things one might find on a journey through nature. Having the kids act out the actions of a squirrel or a grizzly bear will give them a chance to have fun and be creative. The game can be played as an entire group, or by dividing children up into competitive teams. As a reward for the winners, give away some items they can use on a camping trip, such as a water thermos or a compass.
Pass the Parcel
Pass the parcel is a great way to get kids involved and familiar with each other's personalities. The game is set up by preparing several envelopes with different tasks that the kids have to do. For example, you might have "Bark like a dog while jogging in place" written on a card. Much like "Hot Potato," the envelope is passed around until the leader calls to stop. Whomever has the envelope must open it and complete the task inside. This game can also be adjusted for a camping theme.