Resources to Get Kids Outdoors!

Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights - A list of 10 activities that children should have the opportunity to experience before they enter high school.

Children and Nature Network - An outcome of Last Child in the Woods, activists around the country knew they needed to rescue our youth and "get them outdoors."Last Child in the Woods - Richard Louv sparked a national debate that spawned an international movement to reconnect kids and nature. He coined the term nature-deficit disorder; influenced national policy; and helped inspire campaigns in over eighty cities, states, and provinces throughout North America.

Nature Rocks - A family fun nature planner

Children's National Forest - Along with recreation opportunities, Children's Forest hosts a Visitor Information Center, an Environmental Education Program, and a Youth Leadership Volunteer Program, and an active reforestation program. Children's Forest is a place where children learn how to become stewards of the land through education and opportunities.

Family Camping Resources

Camping with kids can sometimes be hard work.  We'll try and make it as easy as possible.  Do you have some great tips for camping with kids that we have omitted?  Please share on our Facebook page:  Facebook.com/CampCalifornia.

Family Camping Tips - Eight great suggestions to make your next camping trip an experience to remember!

Car Games for Kids - These tried and true games make the car ride survivable for parents and kids alike.

Can Camping help Cure Obesity & Depression in Kids? - New studies show that the new generation doesn't have the same connection to nature that we grew up with.  Could this be the cause of the critical health issues facing our youth?

Why Take Your Kids on a Camping Trip? - "Because it's the best way I've found to connect with my kids," say Rue Mapp of Oakland.

14 Fun Outdoor Winter Activities for Kids and Adults - When Cabin Fever Strikes!