Camping Equipment
Outdoor Safety
Nature & Wildlife
Campfire Fun
Camping Vocabulary
100

You sleep inside this when camping.

Tent.

100

You should always stay on this when hiking.

Trail or path

100

You might see these animals in the forest.

Birds or squirrels

100

This sweet treat is roasted on a stick.

Marshmallows

100

This word means “to walk in nature.”

Hiking

200

This helps you find directions when hiking.

Compass

200

This kit is used if someone gets hurt.

First aid kit

200

This bright object lights up the night sky

Stars

200

You can tell these around the campfire at night.

Stories

200

The open area where you set up your tent.

Campsite

300

You use this to stay warm at night.

Sleeping bag

300

What should you do if you see a wild animal

Stay calm and don’t get too close

300

These tall, green plants give shade and oxygen.

Trees

300

You need these to start a fire.

Matches or a lighter

300

This small bag is filled with soft materials for comfort while sleeping

Sleeping bag

400

You carry food and supplies in this.

Backpack

400

You wear these to keep your feet safe while hiking

Hiking boots

400

You should never leave this behind in nature

Trash or litter

400

Always make sure your campfire is this before sleeping.

Completely out

400

This means “protected from rain or water.”

Waterproof

500

You use this to see in the dark.

Flashlight

500

This type of jacket keeps you dry in the rain.

Waterproof jacket

500

The study of nature and animals is called this.

Biology

500

This song activity is popular around a campfire.

Campfire songs

500

The open sky filled with stars is called this.

Starry sky

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