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July 18th, 2008

Wacky Water Relays (event)

Have a church picnic and put together some silly water game competitions for dads & their kids. Be sensitive to the issue that some children don’t have dads. Be sure to allow either another male role model or mom to compete. (Many churchs have men who have been cleared to work with children who volunteer to be adopted dads for such events.) Here are some game ideas: » I want to read more! »

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July 18th, 2008

Indoor Campout

I have used this idea for both an incentive and a fun theme night.
It’s a fun activity which doesn’t take a whole lot of preparation, just a little bit of creativity.

Room Set-Up:
Make a spacious room into a fun outdoor-like campground only you don’t have to plan for good weather! Set up a mock fire place in the center of the room by using firewood and a flood light or christmas lights. Spread out blankets or sheets around the fireplace for kids to sit on. (Old tree stumps or benches would be even better) Stick glow in the dark stars and planets on the ceiling and walls. Play a nature sounds tape or cd and turn off the lights! » I want to read more! »