Kids love to learn and explore. Here are just a few ideas to make your hikes more interesting and enjoyable. These scavenger hunts will also help to improve your child's observation skills and will increase their interest in and understanding of our natural environment. Be sure to set some basic rules. Here are a few examples. Set the boundaries. Stay close by and supervise your children. Hunt with a buddy. Be sure to leave nature as is and don't destroy the natural surroundings. Pick up trash as you search. |
Alphabet Hike -- Find various items with names that begin with each letter of the alphabet. Go in order from A to Z. |
Scavenger Hunt -- Make a list of items that would most likely be found in the area you are camping and/or hiking in. Here are a few suggestions. You'll need to select items that are age appropriate and also available in your location. Be creative. This activity is a lot of fun for everyone. |
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Other related ideas
Do a leaf rubbing
Identify foods eaten by various animals
Play the game -- "Twenty Questions" or "What am I?" Make your subjects relevant to what you seen on your hike or about the animals that live in the area Write a story about what you saw on your hike. |
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