Kids Camp!: Activities for the Backyard or Wilderness

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that might pose a danger Ask what hazards might be in the area weather terrain fire or flood Are there animal problems with bears cougars or poisonous snakes Ask the ranger about precautions for deer ticks Follow his or her advice use common sense and good judgment and you'll all enjoy yourselves more First Aid Get a first aid handbook the Red Cross publishes an excellent one and a first aid kit with extra supplies for whatever may come up Use com mon sense and be prepared Know the Rules Find out ahead of time whether animals or plants are protected and can't be gathered Know if you are on public or private property and what the rules are Learn what s allowed in your campground pets campfires or when lights should be turned out for example Supervise Children at All Times There is always the possibility a child will become lost and the results can be very serious Be firm about the rules against leaving camp alone Try to Iose proof your older child ahead of time with instructions about what to do Never allow young children to wander away from camp alone it's an exciting time for them but you are ultimately responsible for their safety Realize that in mountainous areas dark falls rapidly after sundown take no chances Find Out Get some field guides for plants animals and rocks so that you can help your child identify