Everything For The Outdoors!

When camping, games can be so much fun in the dark.  When the stars are out and the campfire is smoldering, the forest comes alive with magic and excitement.  Make your camping experience even more fun with some games people of all ages can enjoy.  If you have a flashlight and group of friends, you will love this game.

The name of this game is “Things That Go Bump in the Night.” The more people you have for this game, the better. Wait until it is completely dark to begin this game.  Designate one person to be “it” and give them the flashlight.  The rest of the players are the “statues.”  “Statues” can move about, hide behind trees or crouch down, but they have to remain completely quiet and freeze if the person with the flashlight is near. The object of the game is for the person with the flashlight to catch a statue moving.  If the “statue” is seen moving, talks to another player, or bumps into something that “statue” has to join the player with the flashlight in catching other statues.  The last “statue” to remain is the winner.

Before camping, it is good to become familiar with your flashlight, as you will need it when you are out roughing it in the wild.  If you recently bought a brand new flashlight that has never been used this is even more important.  Depending on the activities you plan to do will determine the importance of your flashlight, so become acquainted with it.

Find out what type of batteries your flashlight uses and bring extras.  You do not want to end up with dead ones and nothing to replace them with.  Consider headlamp style flashlights if you plan to hike, climb or fish in the dark.  If you need a flashlight with a lot of power, you may want to consider a more industrial type brand.  These lights can be more expensive, but are worth it in the long run.  Before camping, test out your flashlight in your backyard or other dark area.  Determine how far the light shines and judge if it will be sufficient for your camping trip to ensure a great camping experience.