I have two kids, ages 8 and 9I am a single momI bought a tent and would like to take them camping, but am unsure of the types of things I should bringI know the basics, tent, blankets, first aid kit, food, insect repellentBut I'm looking to do this for as cheaply as possibleHere is what we have so far, blankets, pillows, tent, and even transportation to and from a camping site, we've got bottles to fill with water, and even some sparklers for funAny ideas? I'm sure I could come up with a list on my own, but I'd prefere to get suggestions from people who have already been there and done thatThanks in advance
I don't know if they have bike trails at that campground, but if they do bikes are always a good thing to keep the kids busyIt gives you all a chance to explore the parkA lesson I learned is try to start packing in advanceThe last time I went camping I threw everything together an hour before I leftAnd I forgot several essential items (like a bath towel and can opener) I agree that I would be very careful with the sparklers, but I like the frisbee idea or maybe a couple of baseball gloves and a ballIf you wanted maybe you could make up a nature scavenger hunt (link below).
