My niece saw some pics from one of my trips and asked if she could go with me so I'm planning a trip for next summer. I've gone on many solo trips over the last few years but never taken a kid with me. I already have enough extra gear including an extra pack so I'm not worried about that. The kid is already taller than me so I'm not worried about getting kid-specific gear, she can use adult size things.
But I really want to make sure she has fun and wants to go out again. I'm going to find a spot with a lake she can swim in and maybe somewhere that allows campfires. Maybe a spot where the campsite is only a couple miles in but with side trails and viewpoints to explore around camp without all the weight. What are some good lightweight games and activities to bring? Any kid-favorite vegetarian meals? #nature #activity source