Would you go camping the weekend right before school starts?

Question

We have an opportunity to go camping with a group but it's the weekend right before school starts. We leave Thurs or Friday and get back mid day Sunday. The next day, Monday, is the first day of 5th grade for my child. I have to work just like any other day. I worry that it'll be too stressful to be away and then deal with all the damp clothes that need to be washed, etc. I like camping so maybe it'll be a chance to chill out. I'm torn... thoughts?

Answer 1

I think 5th grade is old enough to handle it.  

Since you've already identified what things might be stressful about the first day, have him/her figure out what to wear on days 1-2.  Get the backpack ready, etc.  Try to get home a little early on Sunday so you both have time to rest before the week begins, too.

It sounds, though, like you're not sure whether *you* want to go.  I'd say this is your last chance to have time away with your child before you both have to surrender to "the schedule".  If you have fun camping, totally do it.  If you would have more fun with your child in a different setting, do that instead.  The weekend before school should be all about you and your child.

Good luck!  I hope you have fun, whatever you decide.  :)

Answer 2

Oh what the heck go for it, chances are your child wont be able to sleep the night before school anyhow due to being nervous so maybe if you go it will wear her out. Just be sure to have every thing ready for school before you leave so that way all you have to do is come home and shower and go to bed. Have fun why not

Answer 3

We tried it once when only one of my kids were in school, never again, lol.  I don't know about your child, but mine need a day or two to unwind after a trip and it's just to stressful that close to the first day.

Answer 4

Have the school bags ready before hand. The washing can be dealt with after school. Go for it, it will be worth it. As you are getting back mid day sunday you can probably get the clothes washed and camping stuff put away then with help from kids

Answer 5

I think that if you decide to go you need sit your kid down and explain that going camping is a privilege and that it being so close to going back to school that you are not sure that it's a good idea. Listen to his or her reasoning as to why or why not and ask for an honest answer. If he or she says she can handle but then cant explain that a special outing such as this wont happen again. Ir he or she can handle it even better.

Also when you return Sunday make it a day of relaxing and getting school bags ready and the next days clothes out. No heavy playing light indoor games so your child may fully rest before school.

Answer 6

defiantly go and have fun towards the end of the trip find a local laundry mat to do your laundry, this will also be a good time to sit and make a check list of the things to do and gather for the school day.and when you get home  it will be so much  easier.

Answer 7

yeah go and have fun!

Answer 8

Camping the weekend just before school is fine ,i would say go for it

Answer 9

yes let her it will be fun and it will get her ready for school trust me