Discover the top 5 skills kids gain at Nature Moves camps, social skills, independence, problem-solving, resilience, and lasting friendships.

When children return home from a Nature Moves camp, they don’t just come back with stories about bushwalks, beach days, or campfire fun. They also bring home important life skills that continue to grow long after camp ends.

Here are the top 5 skills children take home from their Nature Moves experience.

1. Social Skills

At camp, children engage in group activities that naturally foster communication, cooperation, and teamwork. From building a sandcastle together to working as a team on a bush adventure, kids learn how to:

Listen to others
Share ideas
Compromise when needed
Build empathy and understanding

For autistic children, these moments are especially powerful, providing safe opportunities to practice social interaction in a supportive, outdoor setting.

2. Independence

Camp encourages children to take responsibility for themselves in small but meaningful ways. Whether it’s packing their own bag, choosing a trail to explore, or helping with group tasks, these experiences show children they are capable of making decisions and managing on their own.

This sense of independence often translates into greater confidence at home and school, giving children the courage to try new things.

3. Problem-Solving

Nature presents unique challenges, crossing a stream, finding the best path on a bushwalk, or figuring out how to set up a group activity. At camp, children practice problem-solving in real time.

These experiences encourage:

Creative thinking
Flexibility when things don’t go to plan
Confidence in their ability to overcome obstacles

Problem-solving in nature is hands-on, engaging, and empowering, helping children trust their instincts and think outside the box.

4. Resilience

Camp life is full of opportunities to build resilience. Climbing a hill that feels too steep, trying a new sensory experience, or overcoming a moment of separation anxiety all require perseverance.

Each time a child pushes through a challenge, they discover inner strength. This resilience doesn’t stay at camp, it carries over into school, friendships, and home life, preparing children for future challenges.

5. Friendship-Building

One of the most treasured skills children take home is the ability to form and maintain friendships. Camp provides a relaxed, supportive environment where kids bond over shared experiences in nature.

These friendships often last well beyond camp, giving children a sense of belonging and a network of peers who understand and support them.

Why These Skills Matter

The skills developed at camp, social interaction, independence, problem-solving, resilience, and friendship-building, are building blocks for lifelong growth. At Nature Moves, we design our programs to nurture these abilities in a safe, fun, and inclusive way, so children can thrive both during camp and at home.

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Top 5 Skills Children Take Home From Camp