Autumn is a magical time of year when the world transforms into a vibrant canvas of reds, oranges, and yellows. It’s the perfect season to get kids outside, exploring and enjoying nature. What better way to do this than with an Autumn Scavenger Hunt?
What is an Autumn Scavenger Hunt?
An Autumn Scavenger Hunt is a delightful outdoor activity in which kids search for specific items commonly found during the fall season.
It’s a fun way to engage children with nature, encouraging them to observe their surroundings more closely and learn about the changing seasons. Plus, it’s a great way to get some fresh air and exercise!
How to Set Up Your Autumn Scavenger Hunt
Setting up an Autumn Scavenger Hunt is easy! Here’s a list of 16 items for kids to find:
- Red leaf
- Yellow leaf
- Orange leaf
- Acorn
- Pinecone
- Squirrel
- Pumpkin
- Cornstalk
- Scarecrow
- Hay bale
- Apple
- Spider web
- Feather
- Stick
- Rake
- Mushroom
You can explore your backyard, visit a local park, or walk through the neighborhood.
Encourage your kids to tick off each item as they find it, and consider bringing a bag for them to collect their treasures (where appropriate).
Why an Autumn Scavenger Hunt is Great for Kids
- Encourages Outdoor Activity: Gets kids moving and exploring the outdoors.
- Educational: Helps children learn about nature and the changing seasons.
- Engages Senses: Encourages kids to use their sight, touch, and sometimes even smell and hearing.
- Family Fun: A perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy together.
Get Your Free Printable Autumn Scavenger Hunt!
To make your scavenger hunt even easier, I’ve created a free printable checklist with all 16 items. Simply print it out, and you’re ready to go!
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Autumn is a beautiful season filled with wonder and discovery. This scavenger hunt will provide fun and memorable moments for your kids. Happy hunting!
Other Autumn Printables
There are several other Autumn printables that you can get for this beautiful season.
You can get some free printable fall leaves outlines and templates. These are perfect for creating DIY fall decorations. They can be used in many different fall projects. There are several different designs and sizes available.
Here is a massive list of Fall bucket list ideas. There are over 100 ideas to do during the Autumn season to ensure you have the best time possible. You can even get a Fall bucket list planner here to ensure that you accomplish everything you set out to.
There are some free printable Fall signs here. You can download them, print them out, and use them as DIY fall decorations.
These free printable Fall coloring pages are another fun Fall activity for the kids. There are several designs to keep them entertained during the Autumn season.
Other Free Printable Scavenger Hunts
If your kids enjoyed this fall scavenger hunt, there are plenty of free printable scavenger hunts on this site.
There is a free printable Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt here.
You can get a 4th of July scavenger hunt here.
Here is a Christmas lights scavenger hunt for the entire family.
There is a summer scavenger hunt for kids here.
Please note these printables are for personal use only. You do not have permission to sell them for profit or claim them as your own design.
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