Surviving 2 Days In The Wilderness With My Kids | No Dinner Packed

Описание: We took the kids into the New Zealand wilderness for a simple overnight bush camp — hiking in, choosing a spot by the river, lighting a fire, and letting the bush set the pace. No rush, no noise, no agenda beyond being present and doing the basics well.

This trip wasn’t planned as a test, but it became one. Watching the kids carry their gear, help build camp, adapt when things didn’t go to plan, and genuinely enjoy the experience showed just how capable they’ve become. It also reminded me that even reliable plans — including food — don’t always work out, and that learning to adapt matters more than sticking rigidly to the plan.

We cooked outdoors, listened to the river and wildlife through the night, and settled into a quiet that’s hard to find anywhere else. Being out there stripped everything back and made space for the kind of conversations and moments that don’t happen in everyday life.

This is a real family camping trip in the New Zealand backcountry — honest, imperfect, and grounded in the outdoors.

You’ll see parts of:
– Camping with kids in New Zealand
– A genuine overnight bush camp
– Fire lighting and outdoor cooking
– Teaching kids practical outdoor skills
– A father and kids wilderness adventure
– Slowing down and learning from the bush

This video is for anyone interested in:
– Camping with kids New Zealand
– Family adventures NZ
– Bush camping and backcountry camping
– Outdoor adventures with children
– Father and kids camping trips
– Wilderness camping in New Zealand
– Simple living and slowing down outdoors
– Authentic Kiwi outdoor life

New Zealand’s backcountry has a way of reminding you how quickly children grow — and how important it is to step away from work, routine, and distraction to be fully present while you can.

If you enjoy New Zealand camping, family adventures, bush camping, or authentic outdoor content, this video gives a true feel for what those moments are really like.

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Let us know in the comments:
Do you take your kids camping? What age did you start — and where should we head next?