Fun activities that liven up a camp: recreational games
When you go camping, you set up the tent, have a barbecue, and then…
Huh? What should we do next? There’s actually a lot of time until sunset—this situation happens more often than you’d think.
So in this article, we’ll introduce fun activities, games, and recreational ideas for times like that.
They’re enjoyable for everyone from kids to adults, so be sure to check them out before you head out! Whether it’s an adults-only trip, a camp with a bunch of kids, or a family outing, if you know activities that anyone can enjoy regardless of age, you’ll be set even when there’s downtime during your camp!
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Fun games that liven up a camp: Recreation Games (51–60)
playing in the river
If you’re camping by a riverside, playing in the river is a must.
Swimming is great, and it’s also fun to wear clothes that can get wet and climb upstream by stepping from rock to rock.
Take your time and soak in the grandeur of nature.
You can also enjoy looking for unusual creatures and unique plants.
Just be careful—riverbeds can be slippery, so watch your step to avoid falls and injuries.
fireworks
Fireworks are a classic part of summer.
If you’re going camping, you definitely have to bring them.
It’s the most traditional of traditions, but it’s an activity you absolutely want to do.
Just be very careful with fire in the mountains, and make sure not to leave any trash in nature.
Reverse bingo
In a bingo game, you win if you complete any row—vertical, horizontal, or diagonal—but in this “Reverse Bingo,” completing a row means you lose.
Bingo is such a party-game staple that it can easily make people think, “Here we go again,” but by switching to Reverse Bingo, you can enjoy a different kind of excitement.
Try adding a penalty for the loser and have fun with it!
Limbo dance
Have you ever tried the limbo dance? You often see it on TV variety shows, right? All you need is a long stick or a rope, so it’s easy to set up and perfect for camping.
The rules are simple: two people hold the rope at either end, and players lean back and try to pass under it from the front without touching it.
The lower the rope, the harder it gets.
It’s fun with both small and large groups.
Fun activities that liven up a camp. Recreation games (61–70)
They say the same things and do the same things.
“Say the Same, Do the Same” is a fun game that engages both body and brain.
The leader says, “Say the same, do the same!” and then calls out one of left, right, forward, or backward.
Players follow the leader’s instruction.
For example, if “forward” is called, you say “forward” and jump forward.
The game offers various versions and difficulty levels, such as “Say the Opposite, Do the Opposite” or “Say the Same, Do the Opposite.” Enjoy tailoring it to different ages.
Weiwei Game
The Way-Way Game is simply a game where you play while saying “way way.” The rules and how you play can be anything.
As long as everyone is saying “way way” to each other, you’ll naturally end up laughing.
Doing something with close friends in a place a little removed from everyday life is always fun.
It’s a style of play that’s unique to the extraordinary experience of camping.
bouldering
More and more urban gyms now have bouldering facilities, but how about trying to climb real rocks out in nature? Some campgrounds even have climbing walls.
Although it looks difficult, it’s a sport with many female enthusiasts.
If you’ve felt it’s hard to give it a try in everyday life, why not use this opportunity to test it out?