10 Rainy Day Rescues to Keep Your Family Entertained
At WinShape Camps we pack your Campers days FULL of epic fun and unforgettable adventures, but what happens when the storm clouds roll in and outdoor play isn’t an option? Don’t worry — we’ve got you.
Below we’ve pulled together a list of our favorite Rainy Day Activities straight from the WinShape Camps rainy day tool belt to help your family turn any gloomy day into something extraordinary. From Creative Kids Crafts to Wacky Science Experiments and Rock Candy Creations, we’ve got you covered!
Indoor Archery
Ready… aim… fire! Turn your hallway into a high-stakes (yet safe) archery arena.Instructions: • Set up your Target on a wall or door using masking tape.• Use a suction cup bow set or make your own!• Mark starting lines using masking tape for different difficulty levels.• Compete to see who can hit the bullseye or get the most pointsWhat you'll need:
- ✔️Suction Cup Arrows and Bow
- ✔️Target
- ✔️Painters Tape for Marking Distance
Indoor Bowling
Instructions: • Set up your Cups in bowling formation at the end of a hallway.• Mark the Bowling Line using Painters tape• Compete in an epic bowling showdownWhat you'll need:
- ✔️15-30 Plastic Cups
- ✔️Baseball or Softball
- ✔️Painters Tape for Marking Distance
Board Games
Bust boredom and those rainy day blues with some friendly family competition! Whether you’re strategizing or just rolling dice, game night can create the best memories and biggest belly laughs.Some of our favorites:
- Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza
- Blokus
- Sorry!
- Yeti in my Spaghetti
- Hedbanz
- Cranium
- Pass the Pigs
Arts & Crafts
Rainy day? No problem. With a little inspiration, DIY motivation, and a roll of Washi tape, your kids’ crafty dreams are about to come true!These camp-inspired crafts, straight from the WinShape Camps vault, will have you cutting, gluing, and painting your way to creative bliss. Click the link below for 11 Creative Crafts for Crafty Kids! 🎨
Indoor Campout
At Camp, when the rain decides to pour on the night of Camp Out, we like to bring the great outdoors inside.So, on your next rainy day, consider creating a dreamy campout in your own living room — no bug spray required.Instructions: • Build your campsite by draping blankets over chairs or couches.• Set up sleeping bags and turn off the lights — flashlights only!• Make microwave s’mores and tell silly stories or read a book.• Play forest sounds on a phone or speaker for extra ambiance.What you'll need:
- ✔️Pillows and Blankets
- ✔️Flashlights
- ✔️Microwave s'mores ingredients
Wacky Science Experiments
Explore the wonders of science right from your kitchen! Wacky Science is one of our most popular skills at camp, and it's no wonder why! These experiments are equal parts messy and magical.Wacky Science is one of our most popular skills at camp, and it’s no wonder why. These experiments are equal parts messy and magical — and perfect for curious minds on a rainy day.
Talent Show
Step right up – it's showtime! Let kids take center stage with songs, tricks, or skits in an ultimate family talent show!What you'll need:
- ✔️A "Stage" Area (living room works great!)
- ✔️Props or Costumes (optional)
- ✔️A phone to film to the show
Paper Airplane Competition
Who can fly the farthest? This rainy day challenge is simple (but serious!). Design, decorate, and compete in a paper airplane showdown that’ll have the whole family soaring with excitement.Instructions: • Place Painters Tape on the ground to mark the Start Line.• Construct your paper airplanes!• Compete to see who's paper airplane can fly the furthest. Mark your landing spots with painters tape.What you'll need:
- ✔️Construction Paper or Copy Paper
- ✔️Markers or Stickers for Decorating
- ✔️Hallway or Open Space
- ✔️Painters Tape for Marking Distance
Paint Pet Rocks
Every kid needs a pet… rock. (Right?) These low-maintenance buddies are easy to make, full of personality, and perfect for turning a rainy day into a sunny one — at least in spirit!What you'll need:
- ✔️Clean rocks (from the yard or craft store)
- ✔️Acrylic paint or paint pens
- ✔️Googly eyes (optional)
- ✔️Paintbrushes
- ✔️Paper Towls
Make Your Own Candy
Rainy days are sweeter when you make your own treats! Try this simple Rock-Candy Recipe for hands-on fun and a tasty reward.Instructions: • Bring two cups of water to a boil in a large pot on the stove.• Stir in four cups of sugar. Add flavor enhancements. Continue stirring until completely dissolved• Allow the solution to cool for 15-20 minutes.• Wet the wooden sticks and roll them around in granulated sugar. Make sure you sticks are completely dry before continuing.• Once the sugar solution is cool, add in food coloring to create rock candy of your preferred color.• Pour your cooled solution into a glass jar (or jars) and insert the wooden stick into the center of the glass. Make sure that the stick is not touching any part of the jar.• Secure the stick in place using a clothespin. Cover the top of the glass with a paper towel.• Place the glass in a cool and quiet place. Rock-candy will reach it's maximum growth potential by two weeks.What you'll need:
- ✔️Water
- ✔️Sugar
- ✔️Flavor Enhancements (Vanilla, Peppermint, Etc.)
- ✔️Food Coloring
- ✔️Pot for Boiling
- ✔️Clothespin
- ✔️Wooden Sticks to Grow Rock Candy Crystals
Rainy Day? No Problem!
We hope these rainy day activities bring a bit of sunshine (the metaphorical kind!) to those gray, drizzly afternoons. Whether you’re crafting, experimenting, or camping out in the living room, there’s always a way to make memories — rain or shine. Now go make the most of your day… puddles optional! 🌦️
