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Supplies to Pack for a Successful Picnic with Kids

Article Summary: Strategies for planning a fun family picnic

Planning a Picnic the Whole Family Will Appreciate
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Planning a picnic is an event that the whole family can join in on. Because you want the day to be successful, everyone's contributions are important. If you have kids, don’t forget to pack items for fun and in case of emergencies.

Let’s start with safety. No matter where you have the picnic, kids will be kids and accidents can always be a reality. Bring along a first aid kit for any bumps, scrapes, or bug bites. A first aid kit can come in handy for the rest of the group.

If the picnic is later in the afternoon or early evening, flashlights are a a great idea. They keep older kids from getting lost and can be used by the younger ones to play a variety of games. Some extra illumination will keep you from forgetting any of your stuff when packing up to go home.

If you are near the woods or at the beach, take along sun and bug protection along. Everyone should protect themselves from sun damage no matter how old or young they are. Waterproof sun block is less likely to wash off even when kids sweat during play. Bug spray keeps mosquitoes away in the late evening. When possible, take sun visors or ball caps to keep the sun off of small faces. You can buy inexpensive visors and caps at your local craft store and embellish them prior to you family picnics.

Sticky hands are a fact of life with kids. To keep their hands clean between eating and play, buy some moist towelettes. A box of cleansing wipes will work wonders to keep hands and fingernails free of dirt and germs in the absence of soap and water. Check the box to ensure the wipes are gentle enough to be used on the face.

Don’t forget blankets and toys. Kids may want to sit in the grass and play. A waterproof blanket gives them a comfortable place to sit and play with their toys where you can watch them. Sitting directly in the grass may make the skin itchy. If you live in an area where ticks are a problem, sitting in the grass is not a good idea.

Since children can get bored rather easy, bring a variety of things for them to do. Kids who don’t want to run around would enjoy board games. You’d be surprised at how a game of Scrabble® or Monopoly® can pass the time. Older kids can ride bikes or roller skate if you are in a park or an area with trails.

Children love to picnic. Great food and great times can occupy a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Packing a few choice supplies can keep your picnic an enjoyable family event.

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Christine Steendahl
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