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Doug Wells wrote:

I'm taking my 8-year old daughter to Oshkosh this year and was
wondering if anyone had some suggestions for some fun activities that
she might enjoy while we are there. I've been to Oshkosh before but
have never taken any of my kids.

We are camping onfield and will have access to a car.

Any suggestions?

First, your child is your first priority.

If it is just you and your daughter, plan to see only a few things that
YOU want to see.

To amuse your daughter, KIDVENTURE has excellent activities all day long.

Are you camping, staying in the dorms, somewhere else? Will you have a
car?

The seaplane base is an excellent get-away where you can wade/swim in
the cove on a hot day. And you can watch the airplanes come and go, too!

You may only be able to get in a half-day of activity before it will be
time to return to camp/find a quiet place and rest. Plan your days for
mornings, afternoons (airshow), and evenings. Only do two of the three
in any one day.

Remember to pack sunscreen and water in a backpack every day, and to
reapply sunscreen and drink plenty of water every two hours. A
sunburned, dehydrated child will not be a fun experience for either of
you.

Hat and sunglasses for both of you. Polyester shirts, nylon shorts
polyester socks and comfortable tennies. If you are planning on getting
new shoes, get them now and break them in before you arrive. You do not
want to be treating blisters and rubs during AirVenture.

If you are camping with a plane, plan on getting up early, the
round-engine alarm clocks are very effective. People are pretty good
about quiet time after sunset. Unless you happen to be camping near RAP
Party Central. There, you will usually find a lively discussion up until
11 PM. Old age is bringing about earlier bedtimes, however.

If you are camping, get your daughter an inexpensive LED headlamp.
Walmart carries an EVEREADY model for $13. This will be useful for any
nighttime activities.