Summer camp is all about fun, adventure, and learning new things in the most exciting ways possible! Let’s make water conservation part of this summer’s adventure.

 

Here’s how we can keep it playful while making a big splash in saving water:

 

#1 Water-Saving Relay Races

Divide campers into teams for a relay race with a twist—each team must transfer water from one bucket to another using only a sponge! The catch? The bucket to fill is at the other end of the field. This game teaches campers about water loss and the importance of careful water handling, all while they’re laughing and splashing their way to the finish line.

 

#2 Drip, Drip, Drop

Think “Duck, Duck, Goose” but with a water-saving message. A camper walks around the circle dripping water from a sponge onto other campers’ heads until they choose to drop the remaining water on one camper’s head, signaling them to chase around the circle. It’s a great way to cool off and start conversations about how we can save water in fun ways.

 

#3 Eco-Friendly Water Balloon Dodgeball

Who doesn’t love a water balloon fight? Let’s make it eco-friendly by using biodegradable water balloons. Divide campers into teams, and whoever has the least amount of broken balloons (a.k.a. water wasted) wins! It’s a blast that also subtly encourages kids to think about minimizing water usage.

 

#4 Rainwater Harvest Dance

Turn the camp tradition of a rain dance on its head. Teach campers a fun dance meant to “call in” rainwater for collection in barrels. Use the collected water for watering plants around camp. It’s a fun way to learn about collecting and reusing water, plus who doesn’t love a dance party?

 

#5 The Great Water-Saving Quest

Organize a scavenger hunt that leads campers to discover water-saving tools and techniques around camp (like rain barrels, leaky faucets that need fixing, and water-conservation signs). They solve clues and complete challenges that teach them about saving water in an interactive way.

 

Splashy Takeaway

At camp, we’re all about making learning unforgettable—and that includes lessons on water conservation. By incorporating these playful activities, we not only conserve water but also instill a lifelong respect for nature in our campers. Let’s make this summer at camp one where every splash counts, teaching our campers that saving water can be just as fun as using it!

Remember, at Happy Camper Live, every drop of fun counts towards a sea of change!