25 Easy Camping Snacks for Kids That Are Healthy and Portable

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Homemade granola bars with chocolate chips will keep your little ones filled with energy. Photo by Annelies Brouw via Pexels

Camping snacks are essential for a successful stay in the great outdoors with kids. My family loves camping, but when it comes to building a campfire and actually cooking a meal on it, our success rate is hovering around 70%. So we always make sure to have plenty of camping snacks on hand.

We've rounded up our favorite easy camping snacks to keep your family's energy up while hiking, climbing, and exploring. Most of these camping snacks are healthy, but we mixed in a few treats, too. We tried to include mostly snacks that need little to no refrigeration or additional prep. Don't forget to properly dispose of any food waste—even orange peels and apple cores can take years to decompose in colder climates.

Our Camping Travel Guide includes loads of other ideas for making your next family camping trip a success, from fun camping games to kid-friendly ghost stories.

22 Best Things To Do in Princeton, NJ, with Kids

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Palmer Square is a great place to relax in the heart of Princeton. Photo courtesy of Palmer Square

Princeton, NJ, is well-loved for its perfect mix of historical charm, trendy artistic feel, and sophisticated shopping and dining. At just 17 square miles, there's no shortage of things to do with kids in this Central NJ town. 

Read on for fun ways for families to have a great time in Princeton and the inside scoop on hotels and where to eat. And be sure to check out the Mommy Poppins Day Trips in NJ Guide for other great destinations in the Garden State. 

Rainbow Playspace Brings Bright, New Indoor Playground to Brooklyn

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Climb, crawl, jump, and slide on the mutli-level play structures at Rainbow Playspace.

When it comes to indoor playgrounds in NYC, you can never have too many options. Rainbow Playspace recently opened its doors in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, and features a gigantic ball pit, slides, swings, obstacle courses, toys, foam blocks, trampolines, and more. It's the perfect place for kids to jump, bounce, run, swing, climb, slide, and play, especially when it's rainy or cold outside.

Read on for all the details and what you need to know about Rainbow Playspace, and find all our top local romping spots on this list of Brooklyn's best indoor play spaces, and visit our comprehensive NYC Kids' Guide to Indoor Play Spaces and Fun Zones for more places to play citywide.

Best Summer Camps in Suffolk County for Kids

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YMCA of Long Island Camps help kids make new friends and explore the world around them. Photo courtesy of the YMCA

Summer camp season in Long Island means new adventures, experiences, and life-long memories for kids across the region. We've rounded up 17 of the top summer camps across Suffolk County that cater to kids of all ages, from infants to teens.

These Suffolk County summer camps offer activities and events that will keep kids happy all summer. Be sure to click through to each camp to verify offerings, including half-day and full-day options, door-to-door transportation, and travel programs for older campers. Many of these local camps hold open house events or offer tours virtually or in-person, so do some legwork and find the one that suits your needs.

Find specialty camps and more in our Summer Camp Guide and Camp Directory. 

Best New VR Experience in Atlanta: Horizon of Khufu Amazes Kids and Parents

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My kids LOVED exploring the pyramids of ancient Egypt by way of the Horizon of Khufu VR tour. Photo by Melanie Preis

Go back in time to the land of ancient Egypt through the ultimate VR experience at Horizon of Khufu. This immersive, virtual reality trip takes families back 4,500 years into the mystifying world of the pyramids, hieroglyphics, mummies, and King Khufu himself. My kids and I LOVED this VR experience — read below to learn more what it's like to travel through time and space...without ever leaving Atlanta!

Best Strawberry Picking in Philadelphia and Summer Strawberry Festivals

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At Johnson's Corner Farm, it's all about the berries.

The start of strawberry picking season in the Philadelphia area is a sure sign that summer fun is right around the corner. Strawberry picking is a great way to connect with nature and get outside for some healthy treats. Some of the sweetest summer memories are made nibbling on fresh, vitamin-C-rich berries out in the fields. It's the perfect outdoor activity for a day of family fun!

We've compiled a list of great local farms to go strawberry picking near Philadelphia where families can fill a basket and enjoy plenty of other activities too. For more fun on the farm, check out our Farms & U-Pick Guide. Looking for more outdoor summer activities? Check out our roundup of the Best Water Parks near Philly.

Flyover Chicago: Experience the City from Navy Pier

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Enjoying Flyover Chicago. Photo courtesy Flyover Chicago

Have you ever wanted to make like a bird and soar above the Chicago skyline? Flyover Chicago, Navy Pier's latest attraction, gives families the chance to coast through the air above the Loop to take in all the sights and sounds of the city (without the hassle of actually being up there). Best for kids ages 5 and up, this unique local ride-and-show combination is 30 minutes of wow-worthy scenery from angles you might not have even imagined.

Read on to get all the details on Navy Pier's latest attraction, and when you're done, check out this list of all other awesome things to do at Navy Pier with kids.