Spring Into Camping: Your Jellystone Park™ at Mexico NY Prep Guide for Families
Can you feel it? Spring is just around the corner, and that means camping season is coming soon! Here at Jellystone Park in Mexico, NY, we’re gearing up for a big, bear-sized opening on May 3, and we know your family is just as excited as we are!
March is the perfect time to shake off the winter blues and start prepping for your first Jellystone Park trip of the year. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or trying it out for the first time, we’ve got you covered with tips, tricks, and a checklist to get you ready for an epic season of fun, family, and Yogi Bear™ magic.
Your Spring Camping Prep Checklist
Start getting your gear ready now so when May rolls around, you’re already one step ahead:
For the Adults:
• RV/camper inspection or tent check (patches, zippers, poles)
• Refill first-aid kits and restock sunscreen and bug spray
• Flashlights and batteries (pro tip: pack an extra set!)
• Camp chairs, tablecloth, and outdoor mat
For the Kids:
• Comfy clothes, rain boots, and play shoes
• Favorite games and books for quiet time
• Craft supplies or nature journals
• Jellystone Park-themed toys or plushies (Yogi Bear™ goes everywhere!)
Start a “Camping Stash Box”
Keep a tub or bin near your door and start tossing in things as you find them:
• S’mores sticks
• Travel-size toiletries
• Glow sticks (a campground favorite!)
• Reusable water bottles
• Snacks that won’t melt
By April, you’ll have half your packing done already—score!
Get the Kids Involved
Let your kids help with the planning—it builds excitement and gives them ownership of the trip. Ask fun questions like:
• Which themed weekend do you want to go to?
• Should we stay in a cabin or bring the RV?
• What’s your favorite Jellystone Park meal?
• What songs should we add to our “Campfire Playlist”?
Make a paper countdown chain or decorate a family “Trip Binder” with favorite photos and packing lists!
A Peek at What’s Coming
We can’t give away all our secrets yet, but 2025 is looking better than ever! You can look forward to:
• Fan-favorite themed weekends like Pajama Party, Chocolate Lovers, and Fall-O-Ween
• Daily activities with Yogi Bear™, Boo Boo™, and Cindy Bear™
• Crafts, wagon rides, dance parties, and more family fun
• Cozy cabins, full hookup RV sites, and all the fresh air you’ve been craving!
Booking early means your family gets the best site or cabin and a head start on planning your favorite weekends. Memorial Day, July 4th, and October’s Halloween weekends always fill fast—don’t miss out!
Head to jellystonecny.com to check availability and reserve your family’s next big adventure.
Spring is for new beginnings—and nothing beats the feeling of unzipping that tent or stepping into your cabin on your first camping trip of the year. Let the countdown to May 3 begin!
