{"id":1835,"date":"2023-08-08T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-08T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ourdaysoutside.com\/staging\/?p=1835"},"modified":"2025-03-28T08:58:05","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T12:58:05","slug":"diy-nature-explorer-kit-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourdaysoutside.com\/staging\/diy-nature-explorer-kit-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Create a Fun Nature Explorer Kit in 3 Easy Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Don’t you love activities that entertain the kiddos right in your own yard and neighborhood? One way to do this is create your own nature explorer kit! It’s a great way to create some open ended play options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These kits are also great to take on hikes if your kids need something to focus on besides just walking. \ud83e\udd23 They’re also super easy to make, and you probably already have most of the materials you need around the house! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I highly suggest involving your kids in the creation of their nature explorer kit as it makes them more excited to use it. It’s also great to hear their ideas for what they want to use it for! I know my little guy had a blast customizing his kit and now he feels more attached to it than if I would have just done it myself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I did end up buying a few items to really round it out on top of everything that I gathered. Because every little explorer needs a magnifying glass, and believe it or not, we actually didn’t own one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s how to get started on your very own nature explorer kit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1) Choose your vessel.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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I’ve seen these made a couple of different ways. The first option is to use a backpack or canvas tote.<\/strong> This is ideal if you plan on using it while hiking or on the go. It’s important that it’s comfortable enough to take with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second option is to make your nature explorer kit out of shoeboxes, briefcases, old lunch boxes, etc.<\/strong> Any sort of case would work. This option would be more suitable for plopping down in one place and exploring a smaller area like a backyard. Check out this beautiful example<\/a> of an explorer kit made from a case! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2) Fill up your kit!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Now this is the fun part! There are so many great options when it comes to stocking your nature explorer kit. Here are some of the ideas we had:<\/p>\n\n\n\n