The summer holidays are the perfect time to embark on an unforgettable adventure with your family. There is no better way to bond with nature and each other than on a camping trip.
Taking your children camping can be an incredibly enriching experience; it provides you all with a chance to spend much-needed time together. Disconnect from screens, create memories that will last a lifetime, and immerse yourself in nature.
Here are some tips from outdoors experts Valley & Peak.
The great outdoors is like no other classroom
Camping as a family offers unparalleled opportunities for your kids to learn about our wonderful world, focusing on nature and the environment. Observe wildlife, identify plants and stars, and experience first-hand how getting outdoors can affect our mental well-being.
Let’s talk about teamwork
Camping helps to foster strong family bonds by encouraging teamwork. Whether you’re setting up camp or preparing meals together, it helps to strengthen family relationships. At Valley & Peak, we stock a wide range of cooking equipment to make your cooking experience simple and fun.
It’s time to unplug
We’re all guilty of having a little bit too much screen time, especially during the summer holidays when days can be long and hard to fill. However, in today’s digital age, it is becoming increasingly important that we disconnect from screens and allow ourselves to reconnect with the ‘real world’.
Camping gives you the opportunity to unplug and engage in real-life adventures, whether that’s hiking, cycling, foraging, or even playing a family game of rounders.
Building resilience and independence is the goal
Camping presents children with challenges that help them grow and develop. They will adapt to differing weather conditions, overcome obstacles when navigating a trail, and learn to persevere when faced with a challenging but fun task, such as creating a nutritious and delicious meal in your small camp ‘kitchen’.
Learn to love physical activity
Whilst your children may think they’ve got 6 weeks off PE, that won’t benefit their overall health. Camping provides an excellent opportunity to promote physical activity in a way they’ll enjoy. Whether it’s hiking, swimming, or playing outdoor games, there is sure to be something your kids will enjoy.
We can all agree that camping can be an enriching and unforgettable adventure, helping to foster a love for nature, build resilience and independence, and bring people closer together. To have the best camping experience, you need to ensure you’ve packed all the right equipment.
From sleeping bags and tents to backpacks and kitchen essentials, at Valley & Peak, we have everything you need. So, this summer, take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and embrace the outdoors with us.
