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• Reading age 3 - 7 years
• Print length 56 pages
• Language English
• Grade level Preschool - 2
• Dimensions 8.81 x 0.4 x 10.56 inches
• Publisher Candlewick
• Publication date April 14, 2020
• ISBN-10 1536207365
• ISBN-13 978-1536207361
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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Candlewick; Illustrated edition (April 14, 2020)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 56 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1536207365
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1536207361
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
• Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.05 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.81 x 0.4 x 10.56 inches
• #122 in Children's New Experiences Books
• #131 in Children's Books on Girls' & Women's Issues

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Jennifer k. mann.

Jennifer K Mann lives on an island in the Pacific Northwest where she tends chickens, dogs, cats, and her kids and husband, when they aren't tending her. She once was an architect, but turned to picture books full time when after her first book was published. Jennifer draws many of her ideas from her own life experiences, or those of her children--and yes, some of her characters are quite autobiographical.

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Thinking of Taking Your Entire Class Camping? Here Are Some Questions You Should Ask.

Sixty 13-year-olds. Three bathroom malfunctions.

Sixty 13-year-olds. Four chaperones. Three days. Four hundred eighty arrows shot. Approximately 90 Band-Aids used. Five family-size bags of marshmallows roasted. A combined six hours of sleep. Fifty thousand steps on my Fitbit. Three toilet malfunctions … repaired by me. Zero deaths.

We’ve done this field trip for four years now, and every year I simultaneously dread it and look forward to it. We don’t stay in tents—I don’t hate myself quite that much—but I did share a cabin with 27 seventh grade girls … and three bathrooms stalls.

So, you’re considering a three-day camping trip with your own students? Great! Here are a few questions you should ask yourself beforehand.

1. How do you react to the sight of blood?

Because you’ll see blood. Lots of blood. And just when you think the male chaperone helping with Capture the Flag has taken care of the main injury, the victim will walk into the cabin and pull her pants down, requesting that you patch up the three-inch gash on her left butt cheek. Develop a close personal relationship with Neosporin.

2. What are your feelings on personal hygiene?

When almost 30 people share three showers, things get messy. Does the sensation of your shower flip-flops sliding around on other people’s hair nauseate you? How about the smell of bodily functions covered in a heavy fog of Bath and Body Works Night-Blooming Jasmine? If these things appeal to you, you’re ready for your trip!

3. What’s your tolerance for teen drama? 

Here’s the breakdown. Day 1: Everyone is happy and excited. Kids want to prank each other and stay up all night. Day 2: Half the kids (the ones who pulled said pranks) are still going strong. The other half (the prankees) are exhausted and begin to take things personally. This is a bad combination. Day 3: Everyone cries.

4. Are your organizational skills and Spidey senses both on point? 

You spend hours organizing groups. You know that everybody is in a group with at least one close friend and, more importantly, you know that no couples will ever be alone together. You even made sure that Amanda’s group never plays Capture the Flag against Paul’s group because that provides too many opportunities for a poison-ivy-filled make-out session. But then a new couple forms. Or you find out the two guys who you thought were best friends are more than friends. Can your ears detect sweet nothings being whispered at a range of several hundred yards? If not, perhaps seek out professional development before your camping trip.

5. Is your lawsuit liability insurance paid up? 

You’re sharing a bunk bed with a middle schooler. Over these three days, you will repeatedly hear yourself say, “Put a shirt on! Nobody wants to see your nipples!” and “If you’re going to pee in the woods, remember the 50-yards rule!” Not to mention the previously described butt wound. Just say a prayer and pay your union dues before you get on the charter bus.

6. Do you enjoy the aroma of Cheeto farts at 3 a.m.?

7. do you want to see your students in a new light and allow them to shine in a way they can’t at school .

The moment when that kid who failed your class and is functionally illiterate dons his camo and climbs into a tree to defend the flag is pretty unbeatable. And the weird, undiagnosed-autism-spectrum kid who befriends the camp horses and looks so intently at them that you’d swear they’re communicating … that’s a good one too. Or the too-cool-for-school kid you almost didn’t bring because you were afraid he’d cause trouble? Just wait until you see him almost fall out of a canoe laughing because he and the smartest kid in the class somehow managed to paddle into the low-hanging branches of an oak tree. There are some things you just can’t experience with uniformed kids in a fluorescent-lit room with administrators patrolling the hallways.

I’m glad to be home. I like my own bed, which has no plastic cover on the mattress, and I like my nice clean shower and food that isn’t, you know, camp food. Every year I come home and collapse in weariness and relief that, once again, nobody got bitten by a snake. But next May, I’ll be back out in the woods, checking kids for ticks and watching them chase bunnies by the lake. And once again, it will be an eye-opening and smelly and exhausting and an incredible experience for all of us.

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Teaching With High Ropes and Wedgies: Lessons From a 7th Grade Camping Trip

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I’m no newbie to high ropes. I’ve done them before—with a fair amount of skill. But packing 20 extra pounds of post-pregnancy weight and another 10 pounds from grief-eating after the deaths of my beloved uncle and mother-in-law during one dreadful week in May, I’m much heavier than I’d like to be.

Isn’t camp is all about building relationships, taking risks, being vulnerable, and believing in oneself? So as a chaperon on my school’s 7 th grade camping trip yesterday, I decided to venture onto the 30-foot high ropes.

My belayer—the person on the ground who is tethered to the climber’s safety harness through a long bungee rope—was a 20-something year old white man. His job was to tighten the rope and counterbalance the climber, especially in the event he/she falls. When he saw me, he asked one of my 20-something year old female colleagues if he could tether himself to her for extra grounding.

“I’m not trying to be mean, but...” he said to me.

“I know I’m extra size, so I get it,” I said, as the only person with a gray band on my harness instead of red or blue.

Students and colleagues were all gathered around, many with cameras in tow.

I was proud of myself for the speed and agility with which I made it up the pole. I mounted the landing log with a moderate measure of struggle, and my fans below were cheering me on. After taking an intentional breath, I grabbed the hanging rope and slowly placed one foot onto the spongy high wire; then I slide my other foot onto the other wire. My legs were shaking uncontrollably in an attempt to find my balance.

That’s when I heard the belayer telling the teacher he was tethered to: “One time I had a 340-pound man who climbed up on the rope and, man, it was hard. I couldn’t even...”

That’s all I heard before I fell. Was he comparing me to a man who was 120 pounds heavier than me? And if I heard him 30-feet up, weren’t all the students and teachers below also hearing this story?

When I fell—or rather gave up—I landed square on top of one of the wires, the rope wedging itself right smack in the crack of my butt. So now I’m suspended in the air with my size-16 butt cheeks portruding from each side of the wobbly line.

That’s when the math teacher called out my name and said, “Smile!” FLASH.

After some desperate wiggling, I managed to break free from my high-wire thong. I didn’t have the upper-body strength to pull myself back up vertically, so I asked the belayer to release the rope and let me down.

I wanted to cry. I wanted to tear off my helmet and whack him with it. I wanted to shout, “I heard what you said, you little twerp!”

Instead I thanked him and her on the ground for their obligatory “good jobs,” and I coolly walked away.

I returned to the wall climbing part of the woods and sat on a splintered bench. Earlier, I had tried to climb that wall and failed—but so did several other people, so it wasn’t a big deal. And the 50-something year old woman who was my belayer hadn’t asked to be tethered to someone else before I climbed.

I stepped out of my harness and then sat back on that freakin’ worn-out red wooden bench, parked right next to shrubs full of mosquitos that attacked my legs despite multiple applications of bug stray, long pants, and tall socks. I silently recalled every detail of the fiasco on the high ropes. I threw more mental coals on the bonfire raging in my heart. But I refused to cry, for tears would have been gasoline to the blaze.

After 15 minutes on that wretched bench, I noticed that a kid with autism (who would like nothing more than to walk the school corridors in his Spiderman costume) was rapidly climbing the 50-foot pole for the zip line. Everybody was getting excited, some chanting “Spidy, Spidy.” I got up and cheered, too. Seeing this fearful kid heroically leap off the platform and zip through the sky brought me so much joy. I thought, If only his mother could see him now!

That’s when I realized that my own daughter, who is in this 7 th grade group, still hadn’t zip lined.

Much earlier, I had put all the kids waiting for the zip line in a line order to end the confusion about who would go next. Well, my daughter said that a group of popular kids had cut the line, and she decided not to protest. (She and her small group of friends are the class outliers, definitely not considered “cool.”)

I chided her for not speaking up for herself, and then I went over to the students to set the record straight. I told them that my daughter and one of her friends had waited long before they got there and that they needed to give up their helmets. The cool kids mean-mugged me and smacked their lips, but they complied.

How great it was to see my 13-year-old daughter grace across the sky!

Now I knew what I had to do. I couldn’t chastise my adolescent child for not speaking up to her peers, when I hadn’t spoken up for myself.

I marched over to the high ropes and I asked the belayer if I could speak with him. I called over the female teacher who had been tethered to him, as well. I told him that I understood why he might have felt the need to single me out as the only person in the group who required extra support, but it was NOT okay that he proceeded to recount a horror story about being teethed to a 340-pound man while I was on the high ropes. I told him I heard everything he said, and that he embarrassed me and hurt my feelings. I added that his words were a big reason I lost focus and fell off the ropes so soon.

He turned red and apologized. The female colleague gave me a hug, saying she hadn’t even made the connection between his story and me.

I told the belayer that I hoped he learned from this experience so that he never makes another woman feel bad about her weight.

By then, the male counselor from my school wandered over to ask if there was a problem. “No, it’s just a girl-thing,” I said, walking away.

This incident hurt, but I’m better for it. I’m grateful for the reminder of how it feels to be publicly humiliated by someone in authority; now I am more cognizant of the power I have to severely damage a student.

This situation also made me realize the enormous amount of courage it sometimes takes to confront certain people who’ve hurt you. I now have an more empathy for students like my daughter whose natural inclination is to stay silent in the midst of pain.

I refused to let a five-minute negative episode destroy an otherwise fantastic overnight camping trip, replete with campfire, s’more making, and glow-in-the-dark attire. In fact, during the kickball game this morning, a quiet girl who I don’t know very well, put a totally different spin on my high-ropes performance.

“You’re, like, the best mom ever for getting on the high ropes,” she said, out of the blue. “My mom would never do that. She won’t even get on a slow roller coaster.”

*Photo added on 6/14/15

The opinions expressed in Charting My Own Course are strictly those of the author(s) and do not reflect the opinions or endorsement of Editorial Projects in Education, or any of its publications.

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Fatima’s Great Outdoors

Published: March 30, 2021

Fatima Khazi is excited for the weekend. Her family is headed to a local state park for their first camping trip! The school week might not have gone as planned, but outdoors, Fatima can achieve anything. She sets up a tent with her father, builds a fire with her mother, and survives an eight-legged mutant spider (a daddy longlegs with an impressive shadow) with her sister. At the end of an adventurous day, the family snuggles inside one big tent, serenaded by the sounds of the forest. The thought of leaving the magic of the outdoors tugs at Fatima’s heart, but her sister reminds her that they can keep the memory alive through stories–and they can always daydream about what their next camping trip will look like.

Published: May 21, 2019

Every year, a boy and his family go camping at Mountain Pond.

Usually, they see things like an eagle fishing for his dinner, a salamander with red spots on its back, and chipmunks that come to steal food while the family sits by the campfire.

But this year is different. This year, the boy is going into first grade, and his mother is encouraging him to do things on his own, just like his older brother. And the most different thing of all . . . this year, a tiger comes to the woods.

The Camping Trip

Published: April 14, 2020

My aunt Jackie invited me to go camping with her and my cousin Samantha this weekend. I’ve never been camping before, but I know I will love it. Ernestine is beyond excited to go camping. She follows the packing list carefully (new sleeping bag! new flashlight! special trail mix made with Dad!) so she knows she is ready when the weekend arrives. But she quickly realizes that nothing could have prepared her for how hard it is to set up a tent, never mind fall asleep in it, or that swimming in a lake means that there will be fish —  eep!  Will Ernestine be able to enjoy the wilderness, or will it prove to be a bit too far out of her comfort zone? In an energetic illustrated story about a first sleepover under the stars, acclaimed author-illustrator Jennifer K. Mann reminds us that opening your mind to new experiences, no matter how challenging, can lead to great memories (and a newfound taste for s’mores).

Published: August 12, 2014

Inside the tent it’s cozy, but what is going on outside? Is it dark? Is it scary? Not if you have your trusty flashlight!

In this charming story, told solely through images, artist Lizi Boyd offers an enchanting exploration of night, nature, and the nocturnal world. One boy’s camping adventure gets even better when he shines a light into the shadows and finds all sorts of nighttime creatures, fascinating insects, plants, trees, and streams—all brilliantly illuminated in the beam of his flashlight.

Both lyrical and humorous, this visual poem—like the flashlight beam itself—reveals there is magic in the darkness. We just have to look for it.

Published: October 5, 2021

Tamen longs to see the stars, but none are visible in the light-polluted sky above the fire escape of his urban apartment building. Even in the neighborhood park, the stars are hidden by city lights.

This is a story about love and sacrifice: Tamen’s mom, a nightshift nurse, finds a way to take him camping. For one magical night on the shore of a wilderness pond, the Milky Way in all its glory belongs to them. color throughout

Published: May 3, 2016

Meet Homer, a dog who heads to camp to live like a wolf! Here’s the perfect book for the legions of kids out there who love dogs and funny books.   Homer is a dog . . . but he also secretly fancies himself part wolf. So when an invitation to attend WOLF CAMP (“Where every dog can live as a wolf for a week”) falls out of his kibble bag one morning, he’s determined to go. After his people finally agree, Homer boards the bus bound for Wolf Camp, along with fellow campers Trixie and Rex. They’re greeted on the other end by wolf counselors Fang and Grrr (“they seem nice”), and what follows is an array of wolf activities, including learning to howl, mark, and hunt. Of course, Homer’s a little homesick at times, and the food isn’t very good, but that just makes heading home all the sweeter.

The Great Indoors

Published: April 9, 2019

When the humans head out to go camping, the animals settle in for a relaxing holiday of their own! Teen bear takes over the bathroom with her curling iron, the beavers prepare their fanciest recipes, and the deer kick up their feet for a dance party. What starts as a little unwinding soon escalates to a big mess, just in time for everyone to head home. . . .

Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark

Published: March 3, 2020

Tiny T. Rex and his friend Pointy are having a campout in the backyard!  It is what best friends do. But without their nighty-lights, the dark outside suddenly seems VERY dark . . . and very full of spooky things. Good thing Tiny has a super-secret plan to keep the dark at bay! Full of warmth and plenty of laughs, this new adventure starring Tiny T. Rex shows that friends will always find a way to face their fears together—even when those fears are not what they seem!

A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee

Published: May 1, 2003

In their new adventure, Mr. Magee and his dog, Dee, are enjoying a peaceful camping trip when along comes a lumbering, marshmallow-loving bear and the excitement begins. The next thing the two campers know, they are plunging down a mountain, racing down a river, and teetering on the edge of a waterfall! How will Mr. Magee and Dee find their way out of this slippery situation?

First Star: A Bear and Mole Story

Published: May 1, 2018

Rolling up sleeping bags, picking fresh berries, and climb-climb-climbing, the two buddies are having a great time hiking to Camp Tiptop. They especially can’t wait to watch the sunset. But Mole soon realizes that when the sun goes down. . .it will be dark. What if they get lost? Seeing Mole nervous, Bear decides to tell his friend the legend of a special star–the First Star–that will always help them find their way. Featuring the popular characters and cozy illustrations of Will Hillenbrand’s earlier  Bear and Mole  books,  First Star  is a perfect bedtime book, an ode to friendship, and a gentle reminder that no matter how dark it gets, your loved ones will always help you find your way.

The Not-So Great Outdoors

Published: May 14, 2019

What’s so great about the “great outdoors”? A grumpy urban kid begrudgingly accompanies her family on a summer camping trip, missing all the sublime sights right under her nose as she longs for the lights and stimulation of the city. But as she explores forests, lakes and mountains, and encounters bears, beavers and caribou, she slowly comes to realize that the simpler things are just as sparkly, that the sky is its own majestic light show, and the symphony is all around.  The Not-So Great Outdoors  is a humorous and richly imagined reminder of the beauty and magic that can be found away from the city and our screens.

Published: April 1, 2017

Between work and school, homework and housework, a mother and daughter don’t always get to spend as much time together as they’d like. Add to that a little girl’s fears about leaving home for the first time, and the need to stay close through handwritten notes becomes even more important. As the camp departure date gets closer, Mom does her best to soothe her daughter’s nerves. A visit from her grandmother helps to calm her fears and convince her that she’ll have a good time, even away from her mother and beloved cat. Camp ends up being a wonderful adventure – but nothing is sweeter than a back-at-home reunion.

C is for Camping

Published: March 24, 2020

An engaging collection of 26 illustrations featuring campground favorites from Campfires and Hammocks to S’mores and Wildlife. Illustrator Greg Paprocki’s popular BabyLit alphabet board books feature his classically retro midcentury art style that’s proven to be a hit with both toddlers and adults. Discover new details in each illustration with every successive reading.

Published: April 22, 2014

What could be more fun than a camping trip with a good friend?

When that friend is T. Rex!

It’s important to set a few wilderness safety guidelines first. . . like making sure he stays on the trail. And does not disturb the local wildlife. And knows how to build a safe campfire. But sometimes dinosaurs have a different way of doing things, and that’s why it’s best to be prepared . . . for anything!

Monster and Mouse Go Camping

Published: May 29, 2018

It takes a little convincing, but with the promise of food, Monster decides to join Mouse on a camping trip. Things quickly go awry when Mouse takes off to explore, because, well, Monster gets  hungry.  He starts with just a little snack—the lantern. And the sleeping bags are hard to resist. Then the tent . . . Stranded in the wild with no supplies, what are a monster and a mouse to do?

Come Home Already!

Published: December 5, 2017

An excited Duck wants to hang out with Bear. But Bear’s gone fishing for a whole week and is happy to finally get a second alone.

What will Duck do while Bear is gone? How will he survive without his best pal?!

Goodnight, Campsite

Published: November 20, 2015

“Goodnight, Campsite” is an award-winning children’s book on camping, featuring more than tents. Our book highlights RVs – Travel Trailers, Fifth-Wheels, Pop-Ups, Class A, Class C, and other camper options. The perfect gift for RVers, especially those looking for kids camping books or camping books for toddlers. “Goodnight, Campsite” is set in a beautiful nature park, and the story follows visitors as they explore the park during the day (hiking, biking, fishing, etc.), and then returns with them to their campsite at night. There is an emphasis on RVs, which sets this title apart from other camping books on the market, which only feature tents. Preschool-aged children will love the beautiful and colorful pictures – and searching for the squirrel hiding in the pictures. Rhyming text will keep children engaged, as they build sound associations and phonemic skills. Also included in the book is a Campsite Bingo game! We know there are lots of children’s books about camping out there, and we are honored that you are considering “Goodnight, Campsite.” Children love books, almost as much as they love camping! Let’s get outside and make some memories. See you on the trails! Loretta Sponsler

One Summer Up North

Published: September 15, 2020

It’s a place of wordless wonder: the wilderness of the Boundary Waters on the Minnesota–Canada border. Travel its vast distances, canoe its streams and glacial lakes, take shelter from rain under a rocky outcropping (or in your tent), camp in its vaulting forests as stars embroider the darkening sky. Is this your first visit? Or is it already your favorite destination? 

Published: December 5, 2019

Bear, Squirrel, and Raccoon have been friends a long time. A loooooooong time. So when a family of city folks comes to the neighborhood, the friends think that a surprise welcome party is just the kind of fun they’ve been looking for. Well, the party turns out to be quite the surprise indeed, but maybe not exactly what Bear, Squirrel, and Raccoon were imagining?

Wordy Birdy Meets Mr. Cougarpants

Published: February 5, 2019

Wordy Birdy and her pals are heading on a camping trip, and our favorite chatty bird is all ready for a big night under the stars. (“I brought pickles and bean burritos and more pickles and mashed potatoes and some pickles and . . .”) But the friends soon find themselves in hot water when the dastardly Mr. Cougarpants stalks their campsite. Can Wordy Birdy talk them all out of this pickle? Grab your pack, grill up a s’more, and find out!

Scaredy Squirrel Goes Camping

Published: April 1, 201

Scaredy Squirrel is not too comfortable with the idea of camping ? unless it’s on his couch! There will be no mosquitoes, skunks or zippers to worry about when he watches a show about the joys of camping on his brand-new TV. But first Scaredy must find an electrical outlet, and that means going into the woods! Will the nutty worrywart’s plans prepare him for the great outdoors, or will his adventure end up as a scary story told around the campfire?

Into the Outdoors

Published: October 11, 2011

In Susan Gal’s delightful young-concept book, a family travels  up  a mountain,  over  a bridge, and  under  a canopy of trees to reach their campsite in the great outdoors.  A forest hike offers more opportunities to showcase words that describe spacial relationships and show young readers where they are in the world.  Beside  a lake!  Next to  a waterfall!  On top of  a mountain! Then after the sun slips  behind  the hills, they’ll snuggle  alongside  each other and dream sweet dreams  inside  their tent  among  the trees.

Brave Little Camper

Published: January 15, 2016

Explore nighttime in the forest with Little Camper and adorable woodland friends! It’s a beautiful night filled with new sights, animals, and sounds. Gather around the campfire and join the crew on another brave adventure as Little Camper spends the night in the forest for the very first time. Follow along the interactive story by pushing the corresponding audio button to  play friendly forest sounds  as you peruse the campsite and meet new fuzzy friends! Pushing the button will help  strengthen fine motor skills  and allows for an enhanced sensory experience your little one will enjoy. A must for your next family camping adventure!

Don’t Feed Bear

Published: April 10, 2018

Mac and cheese, Carrot cake, Meatball stew: Bear loves when campers leave him grub. The park ranger does not.  Smackity smack , Ranger pounds a sign into the ground: DON’T FEED THE BEAR! Upset— no more chewy cookies? No more juicy burgers? —Bear quickly crosses out the “don’t.” Now, it’s war in the park! But when both Bear and Ranger end up losing out, will the two antagonists finally call a truce? With its delightfully cartoon-like pictures and clever wordplay, this picture book will keep kids laughing for hours.

Maisy Goes Camping

Published: March 1, 2005

When Maisy sets off to go camping in the country, it’s only natural that all her friends come along, too. But they soon find that pitching a tent is not an easy thing to do. Even if they do manage to keep the tent up, there’s the matter of fitting them all in — Maisy, Charley, Cyril, Tallulah, and finally, the huge elephant, Eddie. What a squeezy squish-squash! Good night, campers! Uh-oh-what’s that popping sound?

Yes, Let’s!

Published: April 9, 2013

Let’s get into the station wagon, roll those windows down, Let’s sing out loud and wave to cows as we drive out of town. Let’s park the car beneath the trees and trade our shoes for boots, Let’s set the timer, all say “Cheese!” then head into the woods.

Ladybug Girl and Bingo

Published: May 1, 2012

Lulu and her dog Bingo the basset hound are best friends. Whenever they play outside, Bingo always stays close by Lulu’s side. When they go camping for the first time, Lulu does her best to be responsible and hold tight to Bingo’s leash. But what happens when Bingo wants to explore the forest on his own and runs off? This is a job for Ladybug Girl! She will find Bingo in time for toasting marshmallows at the campfire. 

Froggy Goes to Camp

Published: May 15, 2008

Look out, Camp Run-A-Muck! Here comes Froggy. . . . Froggy?s off to camp?and Camp Run-A-Muck will never be the same! Froggy packs a lot into one week: hikes and archery lessons, K.P. and food fights, scary stories and funny songs around the campfire. But only Froggy could also manage to lose his trunks during swim class and overturn his kayak with the camp director in it. Lovable, bumbling Froggy will keep his many fans laughing with his latest antics.

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A Short Story About Camping

Once upon a time, there was a young girl named Lily who loved to go camping with her family. Every summer, they would pack up their car with tents, sleeping bags, and all the necessary supplies for a week-long adventure in the great outdoors.

Lily loved the feeling of being surrounded by nature, the fresh air, and the freedom to explore. She especially loved the campfire at night, where they would roast marshmallows and tell stories under the stars.

One summer, as they were setting up camp, Lily noticed a small, furry creature scurrying around the campsite. It was a chipmunk, and Lily was immediately fascinated by it. She named the chipmunk Charlie and decided to make it her mission to befriend him.

Over the next few days, Lily left out small pieces of food for Charlie, hoping he would come closer. At first, he was hesitant, but eventually, he grew comfortable with her presence and would even eat out of her hand.

One night, as they were sitting around the campfire, Lily noticed that Charlie was nowhere to be found. She searched the campsite, calling out his name, but he was nowhere to be seen.

Lily was heartbroken. She had grown attached to Charlie and couldn’t bear the thought of him being lost or hurt. She decided to go on a search for him, even though it was getting dark and her parents warned her about the dangers of wandering off alone.

Lily set off into the woods, calling out Charlie’s name. She walked for what felt like hours, her heart pounding with fear and worry. Just as she was about to give up hope, she heard a rustling in the bushes.

It was Charlie! He had gotten himself stuck in a trap, but Lily was able to free him and bring him back to the campsite. Her parents were relieved to see her safe and sound, and Lily was overjoyed to have found her furry friend.

From that day on, Charlie became a regular visitor to their campsite. Lily would leave out food for him, and he would come running whenever he heard her voice. They had formed a special bond, and Lily knew that she would never forget the adventure of finding her lost friend in the woods.

As they packed up their campsite at the end of the week, Lily said goodbye to Charlie, promising to come back and visit him next summer. She knew that the memories of their camping trip would stay with her forever, and she couldn’t wait to make more memories in the great outdoors.

1. Love for Nature

The story revolves around Lily’s love for nature and her passion for camping. She enjoys being surrounded by nature, breathing in fresh air, and exploring the great outdoors. She finds peace and happiness in the natural world and cherishes every moment spent in it.

2. Friendship and Bonding

The story highlights the importance of friendship and bonding. Lily forms a special bond with Charlie, the chipmunk, and goes out of her way to befriend him. She leaves out food for him and spends time with him, eventually becoming his trusted friend. The story shows how a simple act of kindness can lead to a beautiful friendship.

3. Courage and Determination

Lily’s determination to find Charlie when he goes missing shows her courage and bravery. Despite the dangers of wandering off alone in the woods, she sets off on a search for her furry friend. Her determination to find him and bring him back to safety is a testament to her courage and strength of character.

4. Love for Animals

The story highlights Lily’s love for animals and her compassion towards them. She is fascinated by Charlie, the chipmunk, and goes out of her way to befriend him. She cares for him and ensures his safety, even risking her own life to save him when he gets trapped in a trap. Her love for animals is a beautiful quality that shines through in the story.

5. Family Bonding

The story also highlights the importance of family bonding. Lily’s family goes on camping trips every summer, and they enjoy spending time together in the great outdoors. They share stories, roast marshmallows, and make memories that will last a lifetime. The story shows how family bonding can be strengthened through shared experiences and adventures.

Reflection Questions

Take a moment to reflect on the short story you’ve just read. The following reflection questions are designed to help you explore the themes, characters, and plot more deeply. By considering these questions, you’ll gain a better understanding of the story’s message and its impact on you as a reader. Feel free to discuss your thoughts with others or write down your insights for further exploration.

1. What did Lily love about camping? 2. How did Lily feel when she first saw Charlie the chipmunk? 3. Why did Lily want to befriend Charlie? 4. How did Charlie react to Lily’s attempts to befriend him? 5. What happened to Charlie one night at the campsite? 6. Why did Lily decide to go on a search for Charlie? 7. How did Lily feel when she found Charlie stuck in a trap? 8. What did Lily promise to do before leaving the campsite? 9. What did Lily learn from her experience with Charlie? 10. How did the story make you feel?

Write Your Own short story about camping

Now that you’ve read the short story, we invite you to unleash your creativity and write your own short story inspired by this topic. Use your imagination to create unique characters, settings, and situations, while exploring the themes and ideas presented in the original story. This exercise is an excellent opportunity to develop your storytelling skills, express your thoughts, and share your perspective on the topic.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

1. “The Lost Camper”: A group of friends go on a camping trip, but one of them gets separated from the group and ends up lost in the woods. As night falls, they must work together to find their friend before it’s too late.

2. “The Haunted Campsite”: A family sets up camp in a remote area, only to discover that the site is haunted by the ghosts of a group of campers who died there years ago. As strange things start to happen, they must uncover the truth behind the tragedy and put the spirits to rest.

3. “The Camping Trip from Hell”: A couple decides to go on a romantic camping trip, but everything goes wrong from the start. They encounter dangerous wildlife, get lost in the wilderness, and have to deal with unexpected weather conditions. Will their relationship survive the ordeal?

4. “The Camping Conspiracy”: A group of strangers meet at a campsite, but soon realize that they have all been brought there for a sinister purpose. As they try to uncover the truth behind their captivity, they must also fight for their survival against their mysterious captors.

5. “The Camping Experiment”: A scientist takes a group of volunteers on a camping trip to study the effects of nature on the human mind. But as they spend more time in the wilderness, they begin to experience strange and unsettling phenomena that challenge their understanding of reality.

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When it comes to entertaining children, time in nature has been proven to be one of the best options, with benefits such as building confidence, teaching responsibility, getting kids moving, and even reducing stress and fatigue, according to the Child Mind Institute, a New York–based nonprofit that works to improve the lives of children struggling with mental health.

But to plan a camping adventure with young children , you might be wondering where to start — and that applies whether it’s your very first time camping at all or your first time attempting to do it with kids in tow.

“I would suggest going as a couple first or camping with friends before taking children,” says former scout leader Peggy Cleveland, 61, of Tacoma, Washington. It’s important to know that you enjoy the experience before embarking on it with kids, she says.

From there, you can graduate to camping in the backyard with the kids or grandkids, or even venturing to a park or campground close to home, Cleveland says.

“You want to be close enough to home that you can throw everything in the car in the event it is a disaster,” she says.

Limiting your camping trips to a weekend before building up to longer stays is a good idea too, she says. Cleveland recommends a combination of tent and car camping (which is when you pull your car right up to a campsite and keep everything handy, as opposed to hiking to the site and carrying everything with you) for a first camping trip with children.

And new campers might want to consider a fall adventure to start, she says, calling it the perfect season for beginners. “It is not as hot, and the cooler evenings are more conducive to sleep,” Cleveland says.

Slow your pace and enjoy the lessons along the way

Part of the joy of a camping trip with kids is exposing them to life lessons you can’t always instill in the same way when surrounded by four walls at home or in a classroom.

“Activities like setting up camp exposes [kids] to valuable life skills, like problem-solving and resourcefulness,” says Diane Eichler, senior vice president of marketing at Kampgrounds of America (KOA). But it’s important to proceed at a slower pace so kids can keep up with everything that camping involves, she warns.

“Engage them as much as possible and allow extra time for setting up camp, preparing meals, and hiking or exploring, as kids may need more breaks along the way,” Eichler says.

And don’t forget to embrace the magic of the experience together.

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“[Kids] bring awe at discovering new things and joy at being in the outdoors,” she says.

While setting up the campsite is a group activity, Cleveland suggests designating appropriate tasks so each child can help in their own way.

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“Make sure each child is paired with an adult who is responsible for watching them,” she adds. “It is easy for kids to wander off if they don’t have something to do.”

Cleveland advises staying flexible while also planning each day while camping.

“You won’t be sitting around the campsite sipping wine,” she says. “Do an active activity in the morning such as a hike. Return to the campsite for lunch and a nap for younger children. Look up camp games, or teach them something new like how to make a knot or start a fire.”

For your first time camping with kids, opt for a place with lots of room to roam and explore, says Chrys Watson, 69, a grandmother of seven, including six she’s taken camping.

“If you’re just starting out, a KOA would be a good place,” says Watson. “There are a lot of campgrounds that are out in the woods or up in the mountains that have a lot of facilities too.”

One of Watson’s favorite places to take her own kids when they were younger was Fun Valley Family Resort in South Fork, Colorado. Fishing, hiking, tubing, miniature golf and paddleboats are among the many on-site activities to keep little ones busy.

Closer to their home in Leedey, Oklahoma, Watson and her husband have taken their grandkids camping at state parks, including Roman Nose State Park and Foss State Park.

“Look for places that are wide open, with lots of places for them to climb up on rocks and slide down and explore,” Watson says. “It’s the easiest and cheapest entertainment there is for them. They love it.”

Be sure to set ground rules while camping, she recommends, including ensuring that they understand not to wander off and to be aware of wildlife such as snakes.

National parks have great campgrounds, says Cleveland, but it can be difficult to secure a campsite reservation in peak season.

“Most people are familiar with state parks in their home state but fail to consider other states,” she says, so be sure to research state parks beyond your home base for camping options.

To make sure everyone sleeps comfortably, you’ll want to pack warm, insulated sleeping bags and cushioned or blow-up air mattresses to soften any roots, gravel or rocks under you at the campsite.

Make meal time easy

Gathering around the campfire or at a picnic table under the shade of a tall pine tree to enjoy a meal together is a stellar camping moment. It’s best to make meal time as easy as possible, especially when you’re new to cooking alfresco and with limited utensils at your disposal. 

Sara Healy, a Tampa, Florida, mother of three, has enjoyed camping at KOAs as well as Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts around the U.S.

“Jellystone campgrounds have some of the most robust programming of any campground we have visited,” Healy says, citing tie-dye, candy bar bingo and water play areas as examples.

When it comes to food, she says one-pot meals simplify things.

Her kids always enjoy “hairy hot dogs,” made by slicing uncooked hot dogs into discs and skewering them with three or four pieces of uncooked spaghetti noodles. Boil on a camp stove or over the fire until the pasta is cooked, then top with your choice of sauce. (“My kids liked cheddar sauce the most,” Healy says.)

Watson suggests bringing along a cast iron skillet and grate to place over a fire, as well as a large griddle to use over the fire or with a propane tank.

“We make sweet potato hash, cut up with onions, peppers, eggs and sausage, and stir it all together and make it over the fire,” she says. The griddle also works well for pancakes and other one-dish recipes.

Cleveland points to a mixture of peanut butter, oatmeal, raisins or dried fruit, M&M’s or chocolate chips, and nuts as a breakfast favorite for campers.

“Mix it up according to how many people. No measuring necessary, just add ingredients and mix until it all sticks together,” she says. “Slap about 1 cup per person in a bowl or on plate and eat away. It is so good.”

If you don’t have running water at your campsite, Watson recommends bringing a small tub and 5-gallon container of water for washing dishes.

Whatever you do, don’t forget the fixings for s’mores, Watson says.

“Kids find their fun in nature. You don’t hear an ‘I don’t have anything to do,’ ” she says. But there is one thing they always request while camping: “They want to roast marshmallows and s’mores at dark, then they just want to go to sleep,” she says.

Terry Ward is a travel journalist who lives in Tampa, Florida, and loves to scuba dive and camp with her kids. She is a contributing writer who covers food, drink and travel, and her work has appeared in  National Geographic Traveler  and The Washington Post  and on cnn.com.

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5 Of The Best Rechargeable Flashlights For Your Next Camping Or Hiking Trip

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Camping or hiking can be a great way to catch a break, but you'll want to ensure you're adequately prepared for the wilderness by carrying a few essentials with you. People may differ on what these essentials should be, but most will agree that a flashlight is a must-have gadget while camping or hiking. If you've so far relied on your phone's flashlight for your outdoor adventures, this is a good time to upgrade to an actual flashlight. A rechargeable flashlight is an even better choice, since all you need to do is plug it into your power bank or another power source to recharge it when the need arises.

The good news is that there are numerous flashlight brands out there, each offering products across price ranges with varying capabilities and features. However, sorting through these options to find a flashlight that's reliable, user-friendly, and a good fit for your needs can get tricky. To make this process easy for you, we evaluated dozens of options that are available online based on features and user reviews to give you the best rechargeable flashlights for your next adventure. A more detailed explanation of our selection methodology can be found at the end of this list.

Energizer TacR-1000 LED Tactical Flashlight

The Energizer TacR-1000 LED Tactical Flashlight, as the name suggests, emits a 1,000-lumen beam and has a four-hour runtime when you use it on the high setting. If you only use it on the low setting (in which it produces a 250-lumen beam), the run time increases to 15 hours. Its brightness makes it versatile, given that you can use it outdoors while camping or hiking, or even carry it in your car for emergencies.

The body of the flashlight is made of aircraft-grade aluminum, and the lens is shatterproof. Energizer also claims the flashlight is impact-resistant up to one meter, which means you can count on it to function despite a few falls. Apart from the regular lighting modes, you can also use this flashlight in strobe mode. This can come in handy if you're out and need to signal an emergency to passersby. Additionally, this flashlight is water-resistant, so you don't have to worry about it getting damaged if it catches a few droplets of water when you're stuck in the rain. 

Another highlight of this product is that, apart from being rechargeable in the traditional sense, it also has a USB port-out that helps you use the flashlight to charge other devices. The flashlight is currently available on Amazon for $28 and at The Home Depot for $27.97. It's well-received by customers on both sites, as evidenced by the 4.5 out of five rating on Amazon and 4.7 out of five rating on The Home Depot.

ThruNite EDC Flashlight Archer Mini

The ThruNite EDC Mini Flashlight is smaller than a Sharpie at 3.2 inches long, so it's perfect to stow away in your backpack or even your pocket, given that it barely takes up any space. Despite its small size, it delivers a 405-lumen beam up to 285 feet, making it ideal for both everyday use and during camping or hiking. The flashlight has a pretty nifty feature — the tail switch, which can help you quickly switch between brightness modes (high, low, or strobe).

The flashlight also has a built-in battery that can be charged using a standard Type-C USB cable, so you won't have to worry about carrying additional batteries. A feature worth highlighting is that you can clip this flashlight onto a backpack strap, belt, or even your cap, allowing you to use it without actually holding it in your hand.

The flashlight is priced at $19.99 and is available for purchase on Amazon . On the website, you can choose between a few different color options, including black, white, red, blue, green, orange, and gray. It's received an overall rating of 4.4 out of five on Amazon, and buyers have indicated that they like the brightness, size, and portability of this device. A few reviews note that the battery life could be better; however, if you carry a power bank with you, recharging it should be fairly easy.

Nitecore TINI 2 Ultra Compact Keychain Flashlight

If you're camping or hiking with just the most basic essentials and want to avoid carrying a bulky flashlight, the Nitecore TINI 2 Ultra Compact Keychain Flashlight is a solid option. Weighing under 1 ounce, this is the smallest flashlight on this list. But despite its compact size, this keychain flashlight delivers a 500-lumen beam, which is bright enough for outdoor and everyday use.

One of the highlights of the Nitecore TINI 2 flashlight is that it has a built-in battery that supports USB-C fast charging. So, as long as you have a power source to connect to, you won't have to wait too long between charges. There's also an OLED display, which indicates real-time data about the brightness level and runtime, among other things, helping you plan how long you can go before you need to plug in the flashlight for a quick charge. The product also features a dual switch to turn the flashlight on and off as well as to adjust the brightness. Additionally, you can also press down on the power button to switch from the regular flashlight mode to ultra-low or turbo modes, based on the situation you're in.

The Nitecore TINI 2 Ultra flashlight is available for purchase on Amazon , where it costs $39.95. Stainless steel and titanium versions of this flashlight are priced at $44.95. While it's one of the more expensive options on this list, it's well-received by buyers on Amazon. It has an overall user rating of 4.5 out of five on the platform, and buyers have praised its quality, size, and charging capability.

COAST XP11R 2100 Lumen USB-C Rechargeable LED Flashlight

If you prefer a larger and more robust flashlight, the COAST XP11R flashlight is a product that's worth considering. It has multiple modes, including a flood beam mode, bulls-eye spot mode, and turbo mode, to name a few. Switching between these modes is easy, and the transition is seamless. You also have three brightness settings: high, medium, and low. If you switch it to the lowest brightness, you can expect an impressive 37-hour runtime.

Another handy feature of this flashlight is that it is powered by rechargeable batteries, but is also compatible with alkaline batteries. So, if you're looking to camp for a few days at a time, you can carry disposable batteries as a precautionary measure. The flashlight also has a real-time power indicator, which lets you know when it's time to plug it in for charging, so you can plan your charges accordingly. The flashlight is IP54-rated, which means it offers some degree of water resistance. The brand also claims that the flashlight's durable body is impact-resistant up to 1 meter.

If you'd like to add this flashlight to your camping or hiking supplies kit, you can purchase it on  Amazon at a discounted price of $56, (the product originally costs $69.99). It's received over 1,000 ratings on Amazon and has an overall user score of 4.6 out of five. In multiple reviews, customers have praised its brightness, battery life, ease of charging, and quality.

PeakPlus Rechargeable Tactical Flashlight LFX1000

This tactical flashlight from PeakPlus comes as part of a complete set, which includes the flashlight itself, a rechargeable battery and sleeve, a USB battery charger, and one AAA battery holder. So, you can use either the rechargeable battery or AAA batteries to power the device. It can produce a 1,000-lumen beam on the highest setting, but you can use it on the medium-brightness, low-brightness, strobe, or SOS modes as well. The flashlight also features an adjustable zoom focus setting that you can use to easily switch between the floodlight and spotlight modes.

It has a water-resistant, skid-proof, and anti-abrasive finish, making it great to use outdoors in less-than-ideal conditions. The flashlight is currently priced at a discount of $17.99 on Amazon (originally priced at $26.99), so it offers good value. It's rated favorably by buyers, as evidenced by a user score of 4.6 out of five, which is based on a total of 15,837 ratings. Customers who purchased this product note that it performs as expected and is lightweight and easy to use.

Why these products made it to this list

The above-mentioned products were evaluated and selected based on their features, like the presence of multiple lighting modes and brightness settings, as well as the ratings and reviews of previous buyers. Each of these flashlights had an overall user score above four, with numerous five-star ratings and positive reviews, which indicates that they've met most people's expectations.

Memorial Day road trip? Some of the best RV, glamping destinations are close to Brevard

An estimated 43.8 million travelers are expected to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend traveling 50 miles or more, according to AAA.

Lucky for Space Coast residents, two of the top luxury RV and glamping destinations in the country are within easy driving distance from Brevard County.

USA Today 10Best released its list of the best luxury RV resorts in the country and the top spot went to a central Florida destination. Also published was the 10 best glamping spots in the US, where a central Florida location also got a mention.

Best luxury RV resort in the US is right here in central Florida

Camp Margaritaville RV Resort & Cabana Cabins in Auburndale earned the top spot on the USA Today 10Best list for luxury RV resorts.

“Their oversized sites have plenty of room to accommodate all RV sizes and include full hookups, free Wi-Fi and cable access, a charcoal grill, and a picnic table,” according to USA Today 10Best. “Each week, the resort features live music and entertainment with delicious food trucks and fun activities for all family members.”

What other luxury RV resorts made the USA Today 10Best list?

• No. 2: Motorcoach Country Club – Indio, California
• No. 3: Firefly Resort – Fredericksburg, Texas
• No. 4: Las Vegas Motorcoach Resort – Las Vegas
• No. 5: Normandy Farms – Foxboro, Massachusetts
• No. 6: Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country – New  Braunfels, Texas
• No. 7: Dark Sky RV Campground – Kanab, Utah
• No. 8: The Waves RV Resort – Naples, Florida
• No. 9: Bluewater Key RV Resort – Key West
• No. 10: Little Arrow Outdoor Resort – Townsend, Tennessee

Best glamping locations in the country include a spot close to Brevard

Glamping, also known as glamorous camping, has gained popularity in recent years. It allows campers to experience the beauty of the outdoors with some of the comforts of home, like indoor plumbing and air conditioning.

USA Today 10Best awarded Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo the No. 5 spot. Located south of Kissimmee, this dude ranch gives guests the option of glamping in luxury tents complete with bathrooms, beds and air conditioning. The property offers a live rodeo, horseback riding and other camping activities.

What other glamping locations made the USA Today 10Best list?

• No. 1: Sky Ridge Yurts – Bryson City, North Carolina
• No. 2: Beaver Island Retreat – Beaver Island, Michigan
• No. 3: Piney River Ranch – Vail, Colorado
• No. 4: Treebones Resort – Big Sur, California
• No. 5: Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo – River Ranch, Florida
• No. 6: Nomad Ridge at The Wilds – Cumberland, Ohio
• No. 7: Little Arrow Outdoor Resort – Townsend, Tennessee
• No. 8: The Destination – Dadeville, Alabama
• No. 9: The Resort at Paws Up – Greenough, Montana
• No. 10: Borealis Basecamp – Fairbanks, Alaska

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