Do you need some fun ideas for keeping kids busy and entertained on a walk? We’ve got 30 great nature walking games to help you do just that.
Whether you’re walking for pleasure, on the school run, or taking regular walks to run errands with the kids, having some fun games up your sleeve can make all the difference when it comes to keeping everyone happy.
We all know that outdoor play is brilliant for kids, and walking is no different.
Finding lots of good games and activities to keep the kids happy when playing or walking outdoors can sometimes feel a little daunting. That’s where *A Year of Nature Walks and Games comes in very handy.
This lively book is packed with 52 fun nature activities that are perfect for a family walk or an outdoor adventure. From spring scavenger hunts to summer park games, autumn nature science and winter walking games, there’s a whole year’s worth of good ideas to make your walks more exciting and less boring!
Here are 30 of our favourite walking games, trail games and walking activities to play with the kids. They’re suitable for kids of all ages, the whole family can join in, and they’re just as much fun for the adults. You could try one of these easy games to play while walking on your next family hike or walking route, whenever you need to persuade the kids to go for a walk, or as a boredom-buster when little legs get tired on a long walk.
Each player chooses a colour. During the walk, they need to spot things in that colour and get a point for each item they spot. The winner is the player with the most points at the end of the walk. Tip: some colours are easier than others!
One player thinks of a thing – it can be an object, living thing, or place. They tell everyone which category the thing
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