Camping Crafts and Activities

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Whether you are planning a camping trip or just wish you were going camping, you are sure to find related crafts here to spark your creativity!
  • Camping and Picnic Coloring Pages
    Print out and color these free coloring books pages, all with a camping theme!
  • Outdoor Adventures
    Get everyone away from the TV and go outside by planning some creative outdoor fun!
  • Outdoor Craft Kits
    On a nice day, who wants to spend time gathering craft supplies and sitting inside to make crafts? If you have the urge to create and want to do it outdoors, try some of these fun craft kits.


  • Camping Bead Patterns
    Themed list of free beaded safety pin patterns featuring camping designs.
  • Glowing Bug Necklace
    Have your child make this easy craft while you are waiting to leave for a camping trip or even on the way to your destination. After dark, they can activate the glow stick with your help and add some fun colors around the camp fire.
  • Deluxe Activity Travel Tray
    Make an activity tray using a cookies sheet. Great to take along on car trips.
  • Emergency Jug To Go
    Marlene from Hawaii explains how you can use an emply plastic jug to create an emergency kit for your car, backpack, etc.
  • Fabric Sit-Upons
    Instructions to make a small cushion to sit on outside. Great simple sewing project!
  • First Aid Kit Necklace
    Instructions for making a tiny first aid kit necklace using an empty film container, shared by MARY269.
  • Waterproof Picnic Blanket How-To Video
    Protect yourself, and your food, from damp ground during a picnic. We'll show you how to make a waterproof picnic blanket that will keep you comfortable and dry.


  • Home-Made Binoculars
    Instructions to make pretend binoculars using bathroom tissue rolls.
  • Check Box Camera Craft
    This is a fun recycling craft that not only encourages kids to practice their drawing skills, but also gives them a finish product they can play with long after the crafting is done.
  • Ice Cream In A Bag
    Instructions to make your own ice cream in a sandwich bag, great for camping trips or picnics.
  • Jumbo Treasure Sack
    Instructions to make a large sack for carrying special treasures you may find on a camping trip or hike.
  • Picnic Ant Place Mat Craft
    Make some of these place mats for or even during your next picnic.
  • Pine Cone Fire Starter Craft
    Pinecone fire starters are helpful when getting your fire started, whether it be in the fireplace or at a campfire. They will change colors adding a fun twist kids and adults alike will love.
  • Toothbrush Holder
    DT shares instructions for making a toothbrush holder using an empty film container.
  • City Grown Fireplace Logs
    Instructions for making your own logs out of newspaper, shared by Jerry Buerge.
  • Keepsake Suitcase
    Make a personalized suitcase to hold all your vacation souvenirs.
  • Nature Wreath Craft
    Follow these directions shared by Lisa Shifflett and you can make a fun wreath using cardboard and items found outside!
  • Top Creative Travel Activities
    Here are my top picks for great ways to keep everyone occupied on long trips, everything from simple, printable travel games the entire family can play to complete travel kits.
  • Travel Box
    Help beat boredom in the car! Create a unique travel box for hours of entertainment. TaniaHop shares these wonderful suggestions to help you create a special travel box.

If you still want more, check out these camping crafts.
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