On June 25th, the National Wildlife Federation supports the annual Great American Backyard Campout to get families outside and raise money for its great cause. The 75-year-old federation is America's largest conservation organization. They advocate and support clean water, endangered species, reducing pollution and getting kids outdoors. Find out more on their website.
By hosting the Great American Backyard Campout, the NWF encourages families to get out in the comfort of their own backyards and sleep under the stars. Whether you're an experienced or inexperienced camper, this is an easy and cheap way to enjoy a little impromptu staycation with your family.
I wasn't going to post about this until a few days before the event, but there are so many fun things involved that I figured it needed a little advanced planning.
On http://goexplorenature.blogspot.com, this mom planned an awesome backyard group campout by inviting friends to share in the fun.
You can turn this fun event into a fund-raising opportunity by registering your campout on the GABC website. Here you can get a webpage, set a goal and have other campers, friends and family donate under your group name to the NWF.
Coincidentally enough, Family Fun Magazine (my favorite magazine ever!) is celebrating their 20th anniversary by sponsoring a Badges of Fun Challenge. Each month (for 10 months) the magazine will offer a new badge that your family can earn together by completing one of three listed activities. June's Backyard Fun badge can be earned by...having a backyard campout! You can share your experiences online and enter to win the grand prize of a family tent and four sleeping bags from R.E.I. Check the website for more details.
The big day is June 25th, but you can have a backyard campout any night that is convenient for your family. Visit the GABC website for tips on planning and getting ready for the event. Whether with just your family or with the entire neighborhood, plan a backyard yard campout this month and:
- Start a family tradition
- Raise money for a good cause
- Earn a family badge
You don't even need a tent to have a backyard campout. Just grab your family, friends, sleeping bags and don't forget to make s'mores! Have fun!
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The husband and I have been itching to go camping lately...
ReplyDeletealthough, it would probably result in a lot of literal itching with the mosquitos and all...haha.
haha. My husband has been bugging me to go camping, too. But, I'm not much of a camper. This will be our happy medium.
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