Getting Kids into Camping Getting Kids Into Camping.
Camping is a great way to introduce young children to the outdoors.
The scenario almost always includes a tent without a floor, lots of rain, a variety of insects, burnt food, or a simple nature hike that turns into an epic approaching the disaster of the Donner Party. Although these stories are often funny, they are also bittersweet because the end result is an individual who is totally turned-off to camping and the great outdoors. When the time comes to share the experience of camping with your kids, introduce them into the activity gradually. With a little planning and the right equipment, your family will become seasoned campers in no time at all. Sure you love the great outdoors, but don't let your enthusiasm ruin the trip for the kids.