I’ve seen firsthand how camp activities bring out creativity, confidence, and connection in kids every summer at Greenwood Trails, as we enjoy our time together in our sleepaway camp oasis in the beautiful Berkshires. But the magic of camp doesn’t have to end when summer does! Holiday breaks are the perfect time to bring camp-style fun into your home. These fun, camp-style activities will keep your kids engaged and create meaningful memories during the winter months.
1. Get Crafty with DIY Projects
At Greenwood Trails, campers love expressing their creativity through arts and crafts. Bring that same energy home by making winter-themed decorations, designing friendship bracelets, or even a gratitude jar to reflect on the highlights of the year. Use materials you already have at home and let imaginations run wild!
2. Outdoor Adventures, Winter Style
The Berkshires are known for their natural beauty, and you can channel that at home by organizing outdoor activities. Bundle up for a hike, build a snow fort (assuming we get any), or have a backyard scavenger hunt. Even in winter, being in nature is refreshing and fun.
3. Cook Together Like at Outdoor Cooking and Campfires
Food is always a highlight at camp! Recreate the magic by making campfire-inspired treats like s’mores in the oven or mini personal pizzas using biscuit dough. Let the kids take charge of assembling their own meals—it’s fun and teaches independence.
4. Host a Family Game Night
Team-building and group fun are central to camp life. Turn your living room into a “camp cabin” for the evening and play board games, charades, or trivia. Include some camp classics like a talent show or storytelling session to keep things exciting.
5. Practice Gratitude Together
At Greenwood Trails, we often emphasize personal growth and gratitude. Set aside time during the holiday break to reflect on what you’re thankful for as a family. Create a gratitude jar where everyone can add notes throughout the week, then read them together to end the season on a positive note.
6. Learn New Skills
The holidays are a great time to explore new interests, just like campers do at Greenwood Trails. Try out something fun and unique—whether it’s learning a musical instrument, painting, or trying an easy survival skill like knot-tying.
At Greenwood Trails, we believe that fun, friendship, and personal growth are the foundation of every great experience, whether it’s summer or winter. By bringing camp-style activities into your holiday break, it’s an opportunity to bring some summer magic to your winter and create some wonderful family memories. These activities foster creativity, connection, and joy, and are just plain fun!
Happy Holidays from our camp family to yours!
Happily and Jollily,
Owen
