{"id":40966,"date":"2023-06-19T13:32:18","date_gmt":"2023-06-19T19:32:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/?p=40966"},"modified":"2024-07-17T16:26:32","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T22:26:32","slug":"best-tips-for-camping-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/best-tips-for-camping-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Camping with kids: Great tips for a pleasant trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><figure id=\"attachment_40983\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40983\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40983\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152657\/camping-playpin-tiny.webp\" alt=\"Creativity and safety surround most tips for camping with kids. Like this inner tube, which is great for when your camp is by water, but can also be used as a clean playpen on shore.\" width=\"450\" height=\"429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152657\/camping-playpin-tiny.webp 800w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152657\/camping-playpin-tiny-300x286.webp 300w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152657\/camping-playpin-tiny-768x732.webp 768w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152657\/camping-playpin-tiny-150x143.webp 150w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152657\/camping-playpin-tiny-200x191.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40983\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creativity and safety surround most tips for camping with kids. Like this inner tube, which is great for when you camp by water but can also be used as a clean and safe playpen on land. Photo by Kati Blocker, UCHealth.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Enjoying Colorado\u2019s great outdoors is a favorite way for Coloradans to relax, and visitors come from miles away to hike and camp here.\u00a0 Families, though, especially those with babies or toddlers, may find camping with kids anything but relaxing.<\/p>\n<p>Allowing the little ones to have camping experiences, though, is thrilling for most kids. They can breathe Colorado\u2019s fresh air, see spectacular wildlife and the big benefit: they\u2019ll sleep well.<\/p>\n<p>Preparation is key to an enjoyable and safe family camping trip. Here are a few tips on how to make camping with kids a memory to last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Safety first when camping with kids:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Put all food and snacks in a secure place at night to keep bears and other critters, such as raccoons, away. (Need camp meal ideas? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/easy-camping-meals-for-family-friends\/\">Check out this post<\/a>.)<\/li>\n<li>Bring a first aid kit with essentials like Band-Aids, gauze and athletic wraps. The kit should also contain a thermometer, Benadryl, Tylenol (make sure all are age-appropriate), tweezers and a large safety pin (to get those hard splinters out or to fix torn clothing) and a salve to soothe bug bites or a rash from poison ivy\/oak.\n<figure id=\"attachment_40978\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40978\" style=\"width: 275px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40978\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152638\/camping-getting-dirty-tiny.webp\" alt=\"young child playing in the dirt.\" width=\"275\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152638\/camping-getting-dirty-tiny.webp 800w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152638\/camping-getting-dirty-tiny-275x300.webp 275w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152638\/camping-getting-dirty-tiny-768x837.webp 768w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152638\/camping-getting-dirty-tiny-138x150.webp 138w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152638\/camping-getting-dirty-tiny-200x218.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40978\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kids will get dirty when you camp so be prepared with wet wipes or extra water and a washcloth for a quick clean-up. Photo by Kati Blocker, UCHealth.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<li>Always keep a watchful eye on your children. Make sure to do a visual handoff when passing the supervision of a child to another parent. If many parents are present, don\u2019t assume someone is watching, but rather confirm with a visual or vocal \u201cYou have them?\u201d before heading off for a bathroom break or to start dinner. This is especially important if you\u2019re camping by water.<\/li>\n<li>If camping by water, have your child always wear a lifejacket. It\u2019s a great habit for them to get into, so when they\u2019re older, you don\u2019t even have to ask.<\/li>\n<li>Train your son or daughter to sit in a \u201ccampfire safety chair\u201d when there\u2019s a campfire. Explain how fire, just like a hot stove at home, could hurt them.<\/li>\n<li>Nights can be cold, but don\u2019t pile on too many blankets. The same safe sleeping rules at home apply while camping. Dress your child in layers, such as tight pajamas with footies and then a sleep sack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Other safety tips when camping with babies, toddlers and young kids<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40981\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40981\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40981\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152649\/camping-outdoor-blanket-tiny.webp\" alt=\"toddler sitting on a blanket at a camp site. blanket is a great tip when camping with kids.\" width=\"300\" height=\"242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152649\/camping-outdoor-blanket-tiny.webp 800w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152649\/camping-outdoor-blanket-tiny-300x242.webp 300w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152649\/camping-outdoor-blanket-tiny-768x618.webp 768w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152649\/camping-outdoor-blanket-tiny-150x121.webp 150w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152649\/camping-outdoor-blanket-tiny-200x161.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40981\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Having a clean, safe place for your child to play is essential when camping. Photo by Kati Blocker, UCHealth.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Secure a red-light headlamp around your fast-moving toddler (if the light is on their lower back instead of their belly button, they are less likely to mess with it). The light allows you always to see where your child is when night falls.<\/li>\n<li>Bring a cheap rug, foam puzzle pieces, pack-in-play or you can even secure a bounce chair to a strong tree limb to provide your child a safe place to play.<\/li>\n<li>A folding camp highchair or one that hooks onto a table (if your site has a picnic table) is a great way for your child to enjoy \u201cclean\u201d food when camping. Having a child hold a plate on their lap in a camp chair is asking for disaster. The space between the bench and table on a picnic table is wide, and toddlers can easily fall trying to reach their food on the table.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Camping fun: What to pack when heading camping with your kids:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Wet wipes. Bring lots of Wet wipes. You\u2019ll need them for everything!\n<figure id=\"attachment_40982\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40982\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40982\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152653\/camping-packNplay-tiny.webp\" alt=\"child holding up toys in a pack in play while on a camping trip.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152653\/camping-packNplay-tiny.webp 800w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152653\/camping-packNplay-tiny-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152653\/camping-packNplay-tiny-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152653\/camping-packNplay-tiny-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152653\/camping-packNplay-tiny-200x150.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40982\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Toys that can be easily washed and a Pack N Play are helpful when camping with kids. Photo by Kati Blocker, UCHealth.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<li>Bring toys that are easy to clean. The kids \u2013 and the toys \u2013 are going to get dirty. Be sure to scope out the camp area for items children are tempted to put in their mouth or eat, like poison ivy or berries.<\/li>\n<li>Glow stick. These are fun for kids and also a great way to keep track of children at night. And when it\u2019s bedtime, hang one in the tent for a \u201cnightlight\u201d effect. A lantern for the tent is also a good idea.<\/li>\n<li>Consider downloading your child\u2019s favorite nighttime songs and play them while your child sleeps so you can enjoy your adult time. Rituals are important and it can help them feel comfortable \u2013 that also means don\u2019t forget that special blanket or other sleep-time stuffy.<\/li>\n<li>Consider nap times. If the toddler takes naps at home, one will be necessary while camping. If you decide to skip the nap, consider carrying a hiking backpack so your child can rest while you\u2019re on a trail.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Tips for camping with kids: Always prepare for inclement weather and bring the right camping gear<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40986\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40986\" style=\"width: 225px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40986\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10153858\/camping-backpack-tiny.webp\" alt=\"A kids backpack with a resting bar like this allows you to take the packpack off even when the child is sleeping. Great if you're going to hike on your camping trip. \" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10153858\/camping-backpack-tiny.webp 640w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10153858\/camping-backpack-tiny-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10153858\/camping-backpack-tiny-113x150.webp 113w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10153858\/camping-backpack-tiny-200x266.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40986\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A child backpack with a resting bar like this allows you to take the backpack off even when the child is sleeping. Great if you&#8217;re going to hike on your camping trip. Photo by Kati Blocker, UCHealth.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There is a familiar saying in Colorado: If you don\u2019t like the weather, then wait 5 minutes.<div class=\"su-pullquote su-pullquote-align-right\">Make your camping preparations easier by creating a &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/kid-camping-kit-key-to-getting-outdoors-with-young-children\/\">kid camping kit.<\/a>&#8220;<\/div>\n<h3><strong>Check the forecast before you go camping<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Colorado weather can change quickly and differ from season to season, day to day and hour to hour. Be sure to check the weather forecast before you head out. Don\u2019t forget to consider where you are camping. Temperatures in the mountains are going to be cooler than temperatures at lower altitudes.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Bring the right equipment camping for the weather<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Colorado has hot afternoons and cool nights. Make sure you can provide shade in the afternoon and warmth at night.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bring extra shoes, socks, pants and hats and gloves. That way, if your child gets dirty or wet, you can change clothes. At night, consider having your child wear a hat and gloves while sleeping.\n<figure id=\"attachment_40984\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40984\" style=\"width: 245px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40984\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152700\/camping-rain-suit-tiny.webp\" alt=\"Lifejackets are always important when camping or playing by water, but this child's full-body rainsuit allows him to keep dry and enjoy the outdoors when the sun is not shining.\" width=\"245\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152700\/camping-rain-suit-tiny.webp 800w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152700\/camping-rain-suit-tiny-245x300.webp 245w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152700\/camping-rain-suit-tiny-768x939.webp 768w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152700\/camping-rain-suit-tiny-123x150.webp 123w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/10152700\/camping-rain-suit-tiny-200x245.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 245px) 100vw, 245px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40984\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lifejackets are always important when camping or playing by the water, but this child&#8217;s full-body rain suit allows him to keep dry and enjoy his camping adventure even when the sun is not shining. Photo by Kati Blocker, UCHealth.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<li>Bring an extra sheet to put over the pack-n-play. A portable crib \u2014 as long as they\u2019re not climbing out of it yet \u2014 is great to keep your little one contained while you set up and break down camp, while your cooking and for nap time. You can use an extra fitted sheet to go over the top to provide shade while your little one plays or sleeps within the pack-n-play.<\/li>\n<li>Bring a rain suit. There is nothing worse than a cold, wet child (well, maybe a hungry one). A rain suit will allow your child to play in the mud \u2013 always fun!<\/li>\n<li>Tarp for under your tent will keep your tent dry if it does rain.<\/li>\n<li>Sunscreen and bug spray. <a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/skin-cancer\/sun-safety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sunscreen should not be applied to children under the age of 6 months<\/a>. Instead, dress them in longer, light-colored clothing and hat that provides shade for their face.<\/li>\n<li>Consider placing a pad under your child\u2019s sleeping bag at night, not necessarily for comfort, but for warmth. Foam play pads that come apart like a puzzle work well and can be used during the day to make a clean play area for your child.<\/li>\n<li>A hot water bottle can help keep your child warm at night. Heat water on the camp stove before bedtime, fill the hot water bottle and place it at the bottom your child\u2019s bed. This is not recommended for very small children who are not able to push things away from their faces yet. An alternative can be a Nalgene bottle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Enjoying Colorado\u2019s great outdoors is a favorite way for Coloradans to relax, and visitors come from miles away to hike and camp here.\u00a0 Families, though, especially those with babies or toddlers, may find camping with kids anything but relaxing. Allowing the little ones to have camping experiences, though, is thrilling for most kids. 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