{"alias":"blogEntry","byline":"Nicola Hilliard, Creative Content Producer","standfirst":"As the sun sets and the campfire crackles, the fun doesn\u0027t have to end. We\u0027ve rounded up a bunch of evening activities to keep everyone entertained and make your camping trip unforgettable. ","content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EFrom teddy bear picnics and puppet shows for the little ones to board games and talent shows for older kids, there\u0027s something for everyone.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECamping\u2019s a wonderful way to connect with nature, unwind from the everyday, and create lasting memories. Whether you\u0027re with family, friends, or Scouts, these activities will add that extra spark to your nights under the stars.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/iuqpx5jc/two-squirrels-talking-to-a-volunteer-at-a-campfire-circle.jpg","width":7000,"height":4667,"altText":"","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EActivities for 4-6 year olds\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Default\u0022\u003EGather all your \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/host-a-tasty-fun-picnic/\u0022 title=\u0022Tasty teddy bear\u0027s picnic\u0022\u003Eteddies together for a picnic\u003C/a\u003E and set out some blankets to have dinner or evening snacks on. Why not show a bear-themed film or play some teddy-based games, such as \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/hide-and-seek/\u0022 title=\u0022Hide and seek\u0022\u003Ehide and seek with teddies\u003C/a\u003E?\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Have a teddy bear picnic"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EBring your favourite story to life with some puppets. You could even \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/create-spoon-puppet-superheroes/\u0022 title=\u0022Create spoon puppet superheroes\u0022\u003Emake your own puppets\u003C/a\u003E!\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Create a puppet show\u00A0"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EHide some teddies, then wrap up warm and bring the story to life as you try and find as many teddies as possible. You could use our \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/were-going-on-a-squirrel-search/\u0022 title=\u0022We\u0027re going on a Squirrel Search\u0022\u003ESquirrel search activity\u003C/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Go on a bear hunt"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EAsk around and see if you can find someone to put on a magic show for a bit of wow and wonder. Try our \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/learn-and-perform-some-mini-magic-tricks/\u0022 title=\u0022Learn and perform some mini magic tricks\u0022\u003Emagic activity\u003C/a\u003E and try learning some tricks yourself.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Put on a magic show"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EYou could have an egg and spoon race, three legged race, bean bag throwing, an obstacle course, hurdles, limbo and hopscotch. Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/run-your-own-sports-day/\u0022 title=\u0022Run your own sports day\u0022\u003Esports day activity\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Host a mini sports day"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EPeople could be animals, superheroes or whatever they can imagine! Make sure to check for allergies.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Try face painting"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003ERelease your inner artist and get creative painting pottery with friends. It can be a great souvenir!\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Get messy pottery painting"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EHave a calming evening by doing some simple yoga moves that everyone can do. You could set up the space with yoga mats or towels and fairy lights. Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/try-some-animal-yoga/\u0022 title=\u0022Try some animal yoga\u0022\u003Eanimal yoga activity\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Relax with yoga"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EYou could make bubble snakes, see who can pop the most bubbles, and make your own \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/make-your-own-bubble-wands/\u0022 title=\u0022Make your own bubble wands\u0022\u003Ebubble wands\u003C/a\u003E. Always wipe up spillages quickly, be careful of wet floors and keep towels handy.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Blow some bubbles"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW171272368 BCX4\u0022\u003EOn lighter summer evenings, let everyone go on a nature treasure hunt before going to sleep. Can they find a daisy, a munched leaf, or even a lucky four leaf clover? Take a look at running a \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/go-on-a-nature-treasure-hunt/\u0022 title=\u0022Go on a nature treasure hunt\u0022\u003Enature treasure hunt\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Explore on a nature treasure hunt"}]},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/20285/lots-of-cubs-and-beaver-are-smiling-and-running-under-a-parachute-min.png","width":7360,"height":4912,"altText":"A smiling Beaver in a blue uniform and yellow necker runs under a colourful parachute held up by other Beavers","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EActivities for 6-8 year olds\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Default\u0022\u003EWhy not ask everyone to bring their favourite board game for a relaxed night? Or teach everyone some cool card games to help people make new friendships and memories? Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2023/december/10-fast-and-fun-card-games-for-scouts/\u0022 title=\u002210 fast and fun card games for Scouts\u0022\u003Ecard game ideas\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Default\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Run a board games and card game nights"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EBoost your campfire experience by bringing along a \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/cook-some-campfire-popcorn/\u0022 title=\u0022Cook some campfire popcorn\u0022\u003Ecampfire popcorn\u003C/a\u003E popper. It\u0027s a delightful and unexpected treat, adding extra fun to the outdoors.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Make some campfire popcorn"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003ERun your own disco or silent disco event, either with your own equipment or you could hire what you need, including a DJ. Take a look at our guidance on \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/administration-and-management/music-licensing-requirements/\u0022 title=\u0022Music licensing requirements\u0022\u003Emusic licensing\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Put on a disco - or silent disco"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EGive out some awards on the last night. For an even more special night, ask people to dress, roll out a red carpet, serve some mocktails and have people pretend to be paparazzi to take pictures as people arrive. You could also make some Photo Booth props for people to use.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Have an awards night"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EHave a superhero training evening with lots of themed activities games. Take on a superhero themed obstacle course, design your own cape, or have some throwing practice.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EIf you can find a willing volunteer, why not let your superheroes chase the \u2018villain\u2019 and try to catch them with their lightening ring (hula hoop) to get some tasty treat rewards?\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Test skills with some superhero training"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EHave a \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/soft-archery/\u0022 title=\u0022Soft archery\u0022\u003Esoft archery\u003C/a\u003E session and make it more fun by playing some archery games. 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Closest individual arrow to the centre wins.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022BulletListStyle1 SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022 data-leveltext=\u0022\u2022\u0022 data-font=\u0022\u0022 data-listid=\u00221\u0022 data-list-defn-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201340374\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551500\u0026quot;:4144959,\u0026quot;335552541\u0026quot;:1,\u0026quot;335559685\u0026quot;:344,\u0026quot;335559991\u0026quot;:344,\u0026quot;469769242\u0026quot;:[8226],\u0026quot;469777803\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;left\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;469777804\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;\u2022\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;469777815\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;hybridMultilevel\u0026quot;}\u0022 aria-setsize=\u0022-1\u0022 data-aria-posinset=\u00224\u0022 data-aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003ESplit the arrow - Decorate a toilet tube to look like an arrow, then attach it to a target. The archers will try to shoot their arrow into the paper towel roll to \u2018split the arrow\u2019.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022BulletListStyle1 SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022 data-leveltext=\u0022\u2022\u0022 data-font=\u0022\u0022 data-listid=\u00221\u0022 data-list-defn-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201340374\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551500\u0026quot;:4144959,\u0026quot;335552541\u0026quot;:1,\u0026quot;335559685\u0026quot;:344,\u0026quot;335559991\u0026quot;:344,\u0026quot;469769242\u0026quot;:[8226],\u0026quot;469777803\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;left\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;469777804\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;\u2022\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;469777815\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;hybridMultilevel\u0026quot;}\u0022 aria-setsize=\u0022-1\u0022 data-aria-posinset=\u00225\u0022 data-aria-level=\u00221\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EArrow dinner - Each colour represents item of cutlery or crockery at dinner. For example, blue means fork, red means spoon. Everyone has to try and get each of the colours. If they miss, then they can\u2019t have that item at dinner to eat with!\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EYou may also want to try \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/general-activity-guidance-a-z/archery/\u0022 title=\u0022Archery\u0022\u003Ebow and arrow archery\u003C/a\u003E, though this needs a \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022The Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme\u0022\u003EScout Adventurous Activity permit\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Try soft archery"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003ESet up a treasure hunt for people to follow with maps and marked locations to find. Or, you could also have a treasure hunt with riddle clues for people to decipher?\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Treasure hunt"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EFrom Capture the Flag to Scarecrow Tag, take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2023/june/9-wide-games-to-get-everyone-up-and-moving/\u0022 title=\u00229 wide games to get everyone up and moving\u0022\u003Ewide game ideas\u003C/a\u003E to get everyone moving about and having fun before bed.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Play wide games"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EFor some more focused and relaxing evenings, borrow or buy a parachute for some exciting games. Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2023/november/17-quick-and-easy-parachute-games-to-play/\u0022 title=\u002217 quick and easy parachute games to play\u0022\u003Eparachute game ideas\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Have fun with parachute games"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EHave a relaxing night by a campfire with some songs and skits. Remember to tell people in advance, so they have plenty of time to rehearse any skits. You could make it just for adults to perform and have a fun session rehearsing them before the event. Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/planning-your-programme/campfire-songs/\u0022 title=\u0022Campfire songs\u0022\u003Ecampfire songs\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/running-a-campfire-event/\u0022 title=\u0022Running a campfire event\u0022\u003Ecampfire\u003C/a\u003E guidance.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Perform campfire skits and songs"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW160623494 BCX4\u0022\u003EGather together lots of big cardboard boxes and stick them together with strong duct tape to make them into a maze. 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You can see which castle has the fewest balls in at the end and has been best defended!\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Build cardboard castles"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003EEveryone could bring some snacks and drinks, then watch a film in sleeping bags or on comfy pillows and blankets. Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/administration-and-management/motion-picture-licensing/\u0022 title=\u0022Motion picture licensing\u0022\u003Emotion picture guidance\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Host a movie night"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/den-building/\u0022 title=\u0022Try den building\u0022\u003EBuild some dens\u003C/a\u003E, then read some adventure stories in them. You could also play den hide and seek or try den tag, where the dens are bases. Or, if you\u2019re feeling brave, why not use water pistols and see how waterproof the dens are?\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Try den building"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003EYou can mix and cook your own pancakes and choose a selection of tasty toppings. Just remember to always check for dietary requirements and allergies.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Make some crepes"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003ECreate a number of fun relay-style teams and individual racing style games, then host your own wacky races evening. You could try Octopus races, Pool Noodle races, Pretzel races and three-legged races.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Play Wacky Races"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW29641333 BCX4\u0022\u003EWhy not run a football tournament? Have everyone split into small teams, then play a short game against together. 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You could have pool noodle javelin, a relay race, Frisbee discus, archery, tennis ball shot-put and basketball. It could be run over several nights, with teams designing their own flag to parade at an opening and closing ceremony.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Default\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Try a Camp Olympics"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003EWrap up warm on a clear night for some \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/go-stargazing/\u0022 title=\u0022Eyes to the skies\u0022\u003Estargazing\u003C/a\u003E. You could use apps to spot stars. 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Each team will then compete in a Robot Wars tournament using water to decide the overall winning team.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Try Robot wars"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003ELet someone take on the role of the Taskmaster and try some silly tasks to put your imagination and problem-solving to the tests. Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/taskmaster/\u0022 title=\u0022Taskmaster\u0022\u003ETaskmaster\u003C/a\u003E activity for some inspiration. 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Take a look at our advice on active games.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Play Capture the Flag"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003ETeams need to follow tracking symbols to find \u2018treasure\u2019 on route, such as the parts of the Trangia stove (apart from the spirit burner). People would need to collect all the parts to make dinner.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Go on a tracking treasure hunt"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003EGive each team a chocolate orange that they need to create a parachute for to protect it from a high drop. Let teams have a set amount of time to create something from a safe, clean and dry selection of items, then test the parachutes safely to see which chocolate orange doesn\u2019t break!\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Make chocolate orange parachutes"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003EHave a \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/perfect-pizzas/\u0022 title=\u0022Perfect Pizzas\u0022\u003Epizza evening \u003C/a\u003Eand let everyone decorate their own pizza. Why not cook them on a pizza oven or a barbecue topper pizza oven? Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safety/safe-camping-residentials-and-outdoor-skills/cold-weather-and-winter-advice/food-safety/\u0022 title=\u0022Food Safety\u0022\u003Efood safety\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safety/safe-camping-residentials-and-outdoor-skills/guidance-for-food-safety/food-hygiene/\u0022 title=\u0022Food Hygiene\u0022\u003Efood hygiene\u003C/a\u003E advice.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Have a pizza making night"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003ELet teams complete a series of challenges or games in order to earn equipment, such as tinfoil, sellotape, string, bamboo canes, newspaper and cardboard. The teams then need to use this equipment to build a carrier to protect a water balloon.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Play Splash"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW254171571 BCX4\u0022\u003EUse some cones and a soft bat and ball to set up a game of rounders. 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Use the classic card game and make it into a wide game. \u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Run Giant Cluedo"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003EIf you\u2019re looking for a group or team sport, try ultimate Frisbee.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Play ultimate Frisbee"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003EPractice your DIY skills and build a new home for feathered friends. You could \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/build-a-birdhouse/\u0022 title=\u0022Community birdhouses\u0022\u003Ebuild a wooden bird house\u003C/a\u003E, or you could choose to make some birdhouses out of something more unusual, such as a teapot or juice carton.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Build birdhouses"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003EHost a quick night for everyone to take part in. Why not have prizes for various things, such as best teamwork, silliest answer or quickest answer?\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Host a quiz"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003ERun a survival skills workshop and let people practice their skills, such as making solar ovens or creating water filters.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Run a survival skills workshop"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003EHand out some marshmallows and spaghetti (you can also use jelly sweets and cocktail sticks), then set some challenges for people to complete. Can people build the tallest tower, a bridge or an igloo dome?\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Try edible pioneering"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003EHost a \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/play-minute-to-win-it/\u0022 title=\u0022Play \u2018Minute to Win It\u2019\u0022\u003Eminute to win it\u003C/a\u003E competition and let people try to complete small challenges in under 60 seconds. Who will succeed?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Play minute to win it"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/dye-another-day/\u0022 title=\u0022Dye another day\u0022\u003ETie-dye\u003C/a\u003E is great activity to do outside on a relaxing summer evening. Make a souvenir with some tie dyed t-shirts or tote bags.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Try tie dye"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003EGet into teams. One team hides, leaving a trail for the other team to follow. The second team waits for five minutes and then sets off to find the first team. When they arrive at the ambush spot, the first team\u2019s members jump out and try to tag all of the members of the second team before they can return to base. Those who are tagged join the first team.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Play Ambush"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW176685686 BCX4\u0022\u003EGet into teams, and give each team a list of the same challenges to complete, which they need to take a photo of. Each challenge is worth a certain number of points. The harder the images are to capture, the more points it can be worth. 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