Camp Out Day / Camp Out Afternoon
Camp Out Afternoon
Children pitch tents outdoors and help make a simple camp afternoon tea on a portable stove, experiencing camp life at the service.
How to run it
- Pitch tents together in a safe outdoor area.
- Set up a portable stove at a marked cooking zone with a clear 'no-go' line for children.
- Have an educator cook while children help prepare cold items and set up.
- Enjoy afternoon tea together at the campsite.
You will need
- tents
- portable camp stove
- fire blanket
- camp cooking pot
- afternoon tea ingredients
Make it easier or harderYounger children help with tent pegs and setting up; older children follow a camp checklist independently.
SafetyEducators operate the stove only; keep a fire blanket nearby, mark a no-go zone, check allergies and follow your service's cooking policy.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 3Working together to set up camp builds teamwork and connection with the outdoors.
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