WWYD re sleepover

[Mintychoc1]

DD (9) is going to a sleepover this Saturday . 9th birthday party, 7 kids, all girls, all friends. The plan is that they will camp in the garden. Birthday girl has told DD that neither of her parents will be sleeping in the tent with them. I’m nervous about this, but I don’t want to be rude by asking birthday Mum if it’s true. What does everyone else think?

One notorious case does not make all garden camping dangerous. In a secure garden with high fences, not overlooked etc, it would not worry me. DS went to a camping sleepover at that sort of age, never occurred to me to be concerned about that aspect. I was far more bothered by the discovery after the event that they had been allowed to watch a 15 rated film.

I would act dopey and ask the parents what is the plan
Odds on that they will all end up inside as it will be too scary, cold or dull but good to check
And I wouldn't be too happy either

I think you need to ask

I have a 9 year old and wouldnt be happy with this if adult not nearby

That story is horrific. After reading that I would say no. You just don't know who might over hear them talking about their exciting night camping

I'd have no problem with this. DD9 camped recently in our garden with 2 friends. I left the back door open for them to come in if they wanted to. My only concern was that they might get too noisy and disturbed the neighbours in the small hours.

JE17

No concerns about your door not being locked? Of that the kids might wander off?

As a former guide leader I wouldn't be happy with this. It's not just the unlikely but possible 'stranger danger' (which could include accidentally disrupting a burglar - they target 'naice' areas not rough, more worth stealing), but also illness, arguments and accidents.

Too young imo. But I'd be surprised if the girls didn't get 'spooked' around sleep time anyway and ask to come in.

I remember the incident perverse references too, think there's been similar cases in France and Germany too.

Plus are the family experienced campers? Is your dd? Don't know about where you are but here it's been much cooler and rainy.

Nothing wrong with asking what the plans are - that's good parenting.