Summer camp is one of the best parts of summer! Sometimes, for one reason or another, going to summer camp is just not an option. That doesn't mean that you can't do summer camp at home!
Pick a week when you have no other plans and follow this plan for a fun summer camp at home.
Monday - Arrival and Camp Set-up
- Pick a camp name - Every great camp has a great camp name.
- Have your campers pick their camp names - Let them get as creativity flow.
- Create some camp shirts with the camp name and each campers camp name.
- Set up your camp - Set up a tent outside or have a DIY At-Home Campout.
- Have a camp cookout for dinner - Hot dogs and s'mores are of course the easiest.
Tuesday - Water Day 💦
- Go on a camp field trip for some water fun.
- Or, try some of these 9 Ideas For At-Home Water Play.
- Don't forget to include watermelon for lunch and/or dinner!
Wednesday - Sports Day 🏅
- Pick some backyard sports fun and have your own camp competition.
- Pick some "classic" outdoor games for some real family fun
- Or, grab some sports equipment and head to your local park.
- Set up a movie night under the stars watching your favorite sports movie. Don't forget the popcorn.
Thursday - Explorer Day 🌲
- Put on your best explorer hats and pick a few of these 50 Ways to Explore Your Backyard.
- Get out of the house and go geocaching.
- Take a hike. Make it a scavenger hunt for even more fun.
- Spend the nighttime exploring the stars.
Friday - Art Day 🎨
- Have the kids do their favorite art medium all about their week at camp.
- Set up a Virtual Art Show for friends and family
- Not a big fan of print art? How about skits or plays about their week at camp?
- Spend the evening with a Broadway Night in Your Living Room.
If you feel comfortable, invite some family and friends over for some or all of the days for an even more memorable summer camp!
Keep finding your family fun -
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