16 Printable Cootie Catchers For Kids! [+Free Blank Template & Folding Instructions]

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camp game for kids cootie catcher

If you’re looking for a fun cootie catcher game to enjoy with the kids, then check out my cute camp themed paper fortune teller + 16 more! I ABSOLUTELY loved these as a kid – I mean, what other magical piece of folded paper knew your freaking DESTINY like this thing did? I’m just kidding! But we did use them quite a bit, and I was reminded of how awesome they were when I started getting more into this whole paper craft thing (check out this cute foldable camping journal … Read more

Easy and Cute Kids Camp Journal Printable [Printable PDF]!

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DIY printable kids camp journal

What better way to enjoy a family camp trip than to see it through the eyes of a child… by giving them their very own camping journal to document it! Ever since I did my camping crafts post, I have been SUPER fascinated with paper crafts! When I was scoping out good tent crafts, I found one that was very real looking, and all made from a single sheet of paper! So that got me thinking about what other cool camping crafts could be made with a sheet of paper… … Read more

9 PERFECT Small RV Bathroom Organization Tricks! [Printable PDF]

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pdf checklist for rv bathroom ideas to organize

If you love camping but are just about done with having to make an eight point turn just to get into your RV bathroom because of all the stuff everywhere… then I hope some of these ideas to organize that RV bathroom will help you! I am quite a bit smaller than my husband, but even I used to find myself frustrated with barely being able to fit in our bathroom! Not only was it small, but we had to have our stuff PLUS our three kids belongings all stuffed … Read more

Cool and Refreshing Mojito Camping Cocktail!

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make ahead drink camp mojitos

If you’re sick and tired of beer and want a fresher beverage to enjoy while camping, then you’ll love making a camp mojito! So first off, don’t get me wrong – my husband and I definitely enjoy some beer while out camping with the family. However it’s sometimes nice to break up the heaviness of that with something light and refreshing! After seeing the mint that has taken over half of my garden (Note: Do NOT plant mint in any area that you care to keep the other things alive! … Read more

Moist and Decadent Dutch Oven Chocolate Cupcakes (Baked at Camp!)

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camping dessert dutch oven cupcakes for family

If you’ve ever wanted something delicious, homemade and sweet at camp, then you’re in for a treat – we made some of the moistest, most perfect cupcakes EVER right at camp in our dutch oven! So if you’ve read any other articles here, you know that I (Stacy) am NOT a cook, however, my husband Eric is amazing! He grew up on dutch oven cooking, and is now bringing it to this website! We are currently on a weeklong camp trip in the Bighorn Mountains (near Sheridan, Wyoming) and Eric’s … Read more

Campfire Cooking FOUR Cheese Dutch Oven Cheese Dip with Jalapenos and Bacon!

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dutch oven cheese dip at camp with jalapeno and bacon

If you’re looking for the deluxe camp eating experience, then you’ve come to the right place, because today we’ve got some amazing Three Cheese Beer Dip…. cooked right at camp! With our kids sleeping better (we’re on TWO NIGHTS in a ROW of all three kids sleeping through the night!) our fancy camp food desires have returned! And since we’re camping for about a week this time, we have lined up a big line of amazing dutch oven cooked food that will make you feel like you’re at home (or … Read more

DIY Camping Travel Journal [Free PDF Printable Templates!]

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Have you ever fell in love with the idea of a travel journal of sorts, but never actually follow through or wonder what to write? Or maybe you looked at the vast amount of pictures from a recent camp trip, posted a few on social media, and were kind of sad that the rest sort of fade away into oblivion? I GOT YOU! I have 10,039 photos on my Iphone right now (I just looked!) and there are some pretty amazing memories in them, but here’s the thing.. I NEVER … Read more

9 BEST Camp Chairs of Each Popular Style On The Market (With Video Review!)

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Picking a new camping chair can be pretty overwhelming, especially if you’re someone like me who gets completely lost in Amazon reviews but hates going to the store! BUT, you’re in luck! I got a wild hair in me and visited our local Cabelas to sit in allll the camp chairs! That’s right – the zero gravity camp chair, canopy camp chair, basic folding one, and heck… even the director’s style camp chair (which, even after sitting in it, can’t say I understand!) I have my personal favorite, but I’ll … Read more

14 Fun OUTDOOR Rainy Day Play Activities for Kids (Toddlers Too!!)

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rain activities while camping

I know that MOST rainy day activities you’ll find are all about staying indoors.. but this time, we’re going to talk about how to have OUTDOORs in the rain! Now, it’s no secret that I tend to be a “fair weather camper” as my friend once put it (afterall, I did just put out a sweet list of things to do inside during it rains!) but there’s something to be said for finding ways to make lemonade out of lemons.. or in this case, actually finding fun things to do … Read more

Fun DIY 4th of July Patriotic Lantern Craft and Decor for Kids (Or Adults!)

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pretty 4th of july home decor diy for kids or adults

What better way to craft for the 4th of July with the kids than with something glowly like the fireworks… a patriotic GLOWING lantern! If you’ve ready any of my other articles, you probably already know that I really, really love to use what’s around the house as much as possible for my crafts. I’ve had a couple orange juice bottles sitting around and I finally found the perfect craft for them! Pretty decorative lanterns that can be as advanced (or simple!) as you like! Here we go! How to … Read more