Children can always use some outdoor activities in order to stay active, and right now is the time when parents want to keep them active outdoors rather than having them playing video games all the time.
With the increase in the number of video games, television stations, and social media sites, getting kids outdoors might not be that easy as you think. They will only get out if it is something that gets them excited. You often have just one shot to impress the child or lose his interest in the game forever. Kids’ games are simple, therefore do not overthink it.
So, what are some of the games you could involve your kids into playing?
Introduce kids to baseball: For a long time, boys have dreamed about being the best baseball players in the country. If you are going to identify such a talent, then let it be when the kid is still young. With training keeping the kid active on the field, in the end, you should see him going to the practice sessions by himself.
Get your kid a bike: A bike is great exercise for both the kids and adults. Anyone who was growing up as a kid will always love to own a bicycle. You too can now buy your kid a bike, and you will never have to force the kid to get on the bike for some fun hours. Each time school is over; your kid will race home just to ride the new bike.
Having a walk each day whenever possible: If you can manage to get home early, take a walk with your kid. The good old walking exercise is something that some people ignore, but it is often something that helps keep you fit. The best part is that the walk will benefit both parents and children. Take a walk to a local park, or hike a small trail during the weekend to teach the kid about survival by using a survival watch or any other gear. Make it fun so that your child does not see it as a punishment.
Water spray wars: This could be a fun activity during the summer months. Make it fun by introducing water spray wars. Let each kid get a spray bottle and start chasing the others in a game of who gets sprayed gets to chase the others. They will be playing around for hours without knowing just how much time has passed. You can be sure that the kids will have more fun outdoors this time.
By Warren Kuhn
Warren Kuhn is an outdoors and camping enthusiast who always seeks the thrill and adrenaline that only nature provides. With his background in outdoors survival training, he maintains a camping information website, TheCampingTrips.