Camping Basics
This is what you sleep in at a campsite to stay warm and cozy.
What is a sleeping bag?
This animal is active at night and often seen near campsites looking for food.
What is a raccoon?
This sweet treat is made with chocolate, marshmallows, and graham crackers.
This is the first thing you should look for if you need to drink safely outdoors.
What is water?
Roasting this fluffy treat over a fire makes it golden brown.
What is a marshmallow?
Before leaving a campsite, you should always do this to keep nature clean.
What is throwing away the trash?
This part of a tree carries water from the roots to the leaves
What is the trunk?
Before leaving a fire, you should pour this on it to put it out safely.
What is water?
This tool shows direction.
What is compass?
Groups often sing these together around the fire.
What are camp songs?
These hold your tent to the ground so it doesn’t blow away.
What are tent stakes?
This is an animal that lives in the woods but hibernates in the winter.
What is a bear?
These larger pieces of wood keep a fire going for a long time.
What are logs?
The sun rises in this direction.
What is east?
This game sends you searching for items like pinecones or rocks using a list.
What is a scavenger hunt?
What is bug spray?
This insect can bite and is often found in tall grass or woods.
What is a tick?
You should keep a safe distance from a fire, about this many feet (hint: more than 1, less than 10).
What is 3 feet?
If someone is hurt, this kit has bandages and supplies to help them.
What is a first aid-kit?
You follow a trail through nature when you do this activity.
What is hiking?
This small container is used to hold water and is easy to carry on hikes. (NOT A WATER BOTTLE)
What is a canteen?
Animals that eat only plants are called this.
What is a herbivore?
These small sticks help start a fire before adding big logs.
What is kindling?
If you’re lost in the woods, this simple rule reminds you to Stop, Think, Observe, and Plan.
What is S.T.O.P?
This nighttime activity involves looking up to find constellations and shooting stars.
What is stargazing?