Backyard Camping 101

Backyard camping is a fun and easy way to enjoy the outdoors. No long drive required! Here’s how to set up your own mini-adventure.

Set Up Your Tent

Find a flat spot in the yard and pitch a tent or make a fort with blankets and chairs. Bring cozy pillows and sleeping bags!

Plan Your Meals and Snacks

Cook your food over the campfire on sticks or with boiling water—hotdogs and ramen are perfect for this. Don’t forget the s’mores for dessert!

Bring the Fun

Tell spooky stories, play flashlight tag, stargaze, read books out loud by headlamp, or bring board games. Make it a competition of who can stay outside the longest–bathroom breaks only!

Stay Cozy

Wear warm pajamas and grab blankets in case it gets chilly. Remember the bug spray!

Wake Up & Enjoy

Watch the sunrise, have a simple breakfast outside, and celebrate your adventure!