Kids absolutely love an adventure! They thrive on getting stuck into new and exciting games whenever they can. That’s exactly why we offer a wide range of adventurous, fun outdoor activities for kids that cater to all interests.
Whether they want to get creative, tackle challenging obstacles, play interactive games, or experience something truly thrilling, outdoor play offers endless possibilities. Our PGL activities are designed to inspire confidence, teamwork, and a sense of discovery, making each adventure memorable and engaging for every child.
Why are outdoor activities important?
Beyond just being great fun, outdoor adventure activities for kids offer a wide range of benefits that can positively impact your child’s development! Such as:
- Improved self-esteem: Outdoor activities help children overcome challenges, building confidence as they accomplish new skills and reach personal goals.
- Developed independence: Engaging in activities outside their usual environment encourages kids to make decisions and solve problems on their own, fostering a sense of independence.
- Boosted communication skills: Working in teams and interacting with others in adventurous settings enhances their ability to express ideas, listen, and collaborate effectively.
- Physical exercise: Outdoor play keeps kids active, improving their physical health, coordination, and overall fitness in a fun and engaging way.
- Builds resilience: Facing obstacles and learning to keep trying even when things are difficult helps build resilience in kids and adaptability.
- Wanting to try new things: Adventure activities spark curiosity and a willingness to explore and experiment, making kids more open to trying new experiences.
- Developed leadership skills: Many activities encourage kids to take on leadership roles, teaching them how to guide, support, and motivate their peers.
Our 8 outdoor activities for kids
Now let’s talk about eight of our most popular adventure activities your kids will love here at PGL!
1. Abseiling
We said adventurous and outdoor fun, and abseiling is definitely that! Children will get the chance to tackle their fear of heights (if they wish) and attempt to walk backwards over the edge of a climbing tower, with the supervision of a PGL instructor, of course. It provides a great sense of achievement and is certainly something to share with friends and family once completed. Available at Campaspe Downs and Kindilan.
2. Bushcraft
Our bushcraft activities are a true adventure! Your kids will learn basic survival skills like how to build a shelter, knot craft and more. It’s an activity that children have probably not had too much experience with, which is why kids love it so much at PGL. It’s fantastic learning more about nature and how we can use its natural resources to keep ourselves sheltered, warm, and hydrated! It’s one of our favourite outdoor activities for kids. Available at Campaspe Downs, Camp Rumbug and Kindilan.
3. Challenge Course
Who’ll be the first across our course? Well, it’s a tough challenge that requires lots of determination, that’s for sure. It’s all about how children negotiate their way past obstacles, whether that’s by going up and over, through, or around them! Available at Campaspe Downs.
4. Climbing
Another great adventure is climbing! At PGL, our qualified instructors will give children a lesson before allowing them to try and overcome our magnificent climbing wall. Children will be harnessed in and observed at all times. How they decide to navigate their way up the wall is up to them. Their friends will be giving them plenty of encouragement from the ground as well!
5. Orienteering
Orienteering might be a new challenge for some, so children will get an introduction to practical map reading before being put in teams and sent on some courses. As one of our exciting adventure activities for kids, orienteering brings the thrill of a treasure hunt but with higher stakes—competing against friends for the win! It’s a battle to locate the control points as fast as possible. Available at Campaspe Downs, Camp Rumbug and Kindilan.
6. Raft Building
This is an activity for the creative bunch. In teams, children must build a raft fit for the lake with only the components provided. Oh, and they’ll be testing it themselves, so it’s vital they build it well otherwise they could be getting a little wet! Available at Campaspe Downs, Camp Rumbug and Kindilan.
7. Quick Jump
This is another challenge for the thrillseekers! Children jump from an 18-metre tower (with a harness attached) and free fall halfway down, before the Quick Jump device kicks in and slows them down before hitting the ground. This might just be one of the most adrenaline-pumping adventure activities for kids they’ve ever experienced! Available at Kindilan.
8. Archery
Children will be taught basic archery skills so they can have a go at hitting the bullseye. It’s all about accuracy, control and having a steady hand. Our instructors will be overseeing the session and making sure everyone shows awareness of all safety measures. Available at Campaspe Downs, Camp Rumbug and Kindilan.
Book your child’s adventurous holiday camp today
Now you know all about our outdoor activities for children, maybe you’d like to take a look at our holiday camps?
Your child’s time at PGL is about fun adventure, as well as building new friendships and developing a range of skills that they’ll benefit from.
We are running both winter holiday camps and summer holiday camps in Queensland at (PGL Kindilan)! So, contact us today and book the adventure of a lifetime for your child!
