Travel Reference
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Kids' camping gear
Camping is made for children. The outdoors is a
classroom, playground, and home from home all
rolled into one. But kids may be anxious about some
aspects of what is a strange new experience, so take
some time to explain some of the wild new things
that might happen. Give them their very own
equipment and camping goodies, along with a few
well-chosen favorites from home, and you'll be
halfway there. It's also worth having a dry run at a
campsite a few miles away. Backyards are fine, but
the temptation of a familiar bedroom can be
overwhelming at 2am.
Favorite toys, books, and games
will make kids feel at home, particularly
at bed time, but make sure you either
watch that cuddly toy like a hawk, or
keep a spare secretly stashed, in case it
all goes wrong.
A flashlight for nighttime is
crucial. Fresh air tends to make kids
sleep deeply, but getting them to drift
off is easier with the reassurance of a
bedside light.
