5 Great Resources for Fantastic Camping Fun

Camping Recipes, KOA 

Hot dogs, burgers and s’mores are the classic campfire dinner menu. But after a few trips, many RVer’s will want to broaden their palate and add some new dishes to their repertoire. Luckily, KOA has compiled a massive database of campsite and RV meals. They even have a section dedicated to minimalist meals that can be cooked directly on the fire. Here’s a sample menu we wish we could eat right now!

Appetizer: Jalapeno Poppers 

Main Course: Chicken Salsa Stir Fry 

Sides: Grilled Squash & Zucchini, Seasoned Campfire Potatoes

Dessert: Apple Pie on a Stick

Games for the Road, GoRVing.com 

RV road trips are a great way to explore the country and enjoy new, exciting adventures. However, kids are apt to get restless on long drives, so it’s always a good idea to have some activities in your pocket. GoRVing.com has a comprehensive list of car games you can play to keep the kids engaged, from classics like the Alphabet Game to RV-specific games like an RV Easter Egg Hunt.

17 Fun Camping Games for Kids, Care.com

Part of the fun of camping includes getting away from movies, TV, video games and other forms of digital entertainment. An RV adventure means enjoying outdoor activities that rely on imagination, curiosity and face-to-face interactions. Care.com has put together a great selection of outdoor games that only require simple equipment or none at all. On your next trip, leave all your devices in the RV, and enjoy a memorable day in the sun playing Park Ranger, Nature Scavenger Hunt or Camping Olympics.  

Campfire Songs with Guitar Chords 

“Oh Susanna!” “Kumbaya.” “She’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain.” These songs have echoed over campfires for generations. Carry on the tradition by learning the great selection of classic campfire songs offered by Country Farm Lifestyles. Each song includes the guitar chords for those in your group who are musically inclined. The songs are all straight-forward and easy to play, so this could be a great opportunity for a budding rock star to learn some beloved songs.

Outdoor and camping safety tips, US Forest Service 

While it may not seem like it on first thought, safety is an essential component of a fun camping adventure. Often, RVers will find themselves out in the woods or off the beaten path, which means it will be more difficult to access modern support systems. Also, the environment offers unique dangers, including weather, trail obstacles, poisonous plants and more. All campers should familiarize themselves with the basic rules of outdoor safety and make sure they have packed supplies which will help get them out of a jam. The US Forest Service has put together an in-depth guide to camping, hiking and outdoor safety along with a great checklist for a safety supply kit.