Camping is one of those family activities that SOUNDS fun, but when it comes right down to it, family camping can quickly become a disaster. The best way I’ve found to prevent this disaster is to prepare plenty of outdoor STEM activities that will prevent your kids from *dying* of boredom.
Of course, as a STEM activity fiend, I prefer our fun camping ideas to boost our kid’s STEM skills as well. The following ideas for camping with kids are not only extremely fun, but they are also extremely educational.
Your kids won’t ever complain (OK, they will still probably complain, but they will complain *less*) with these STEM activities to try.

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25+ Fun Camping Ideas that Will Boost STEM Skills
Break out these fun camping ideas on your next camping trip and make beautiful memories!
Camping Activities that Boost Math STEM Skills

Determine the Height of a Tree
Play the Watermelon Speed Spitting Measurement Game
Camping Activities that Boost Science STEM Skills

Make a Moon Observation Journal
Try Outdoor Rock Density Testing
Test if Soda Cans Sink or Float
Start a Fire with a Magnifying Glass
Learn about What Lives in Dirt
Camping Activities that Boost Technology STEM Skills

Make Your Own Flashlight Constellations
Use the Stargazing App to Learn about the Stars
Camping Activities that Boost Engineering STEM Skills

Learn How to Make the Best Fire
Play the Apple Stacking Challenge

