| Min number of participants | 1 |
| Age | 8+ yrs. |
| Safety support by adult | Recommended |
| Min duration | 8 h |
| Cost | Low |
| Environment | Outdoor |
Set up a tent, build a fire, cook outdoors, and sleep under the stars — camping unplugs you from screens, sharpens practical skills, and builds a lasting appreciation for the natural world.
Camping rewards a little planning more than strict rules. Pick a site that's flat, at least 200 feet from water, and clear of dead branches overhead; pitch your tent before dark and stake it down even if rain isn't in the forecast. Pack the basics — a sleeping bag rated for the coldest night you'll face, a headlamp, extra layers, and more water than you think you'll need. Keep food sealed and stored away from your sleeping area, and never leave a campfire unattended; drown, stir, and drown it again before turning in. Finally, leave the site as good as you found it — pack out all trash and let the ground recover once you're gone.
A portable fabric shelter, pitched with poles and stakes, used for sleeping outdoors.
Guided walk identifying edible plants, herbs, berries, and fruits growing freely within a city or suburban environment — seeing your everyday streets as a living, seasonal larder.
Draw a numbered grid on the pavement, toss a stone, and hop your way through — an ancient street game that sharpens balance, number recognition, and turn-taking in young children.
