Hello everyone, I hope you all are having a great day! I am sharing with you all some picnic ideas and tips when it comes to having a picnic with your family or friends. This simple idea can make such a memorable experience surrounded by people. I hope this post inspires you all to have a picnic this summer!
Place To Have a Picnic
park
on a trail
lake
campgrounds
beach
backyard
Picnic Must Haves
large blanket
table cover and clips
picnic basket
serveware
trash bag
bug repellant
pillows
small cooler
first-aid kit
wet wipes
hand sanitizer
entertaining games-- Jenga, card games, frisbee, painting, etc.
Picnic Food Ideas
Appetizers:
veggie and fruit platters
chips and dip
skewers/ kabobs
mini sandwiches
mini burgers
Main meal:
salads (potato, pasta, chicken, etc.)
quiche
burgers
chicken ceasar pitas
mini sub sandwiches
Dessert:
fruit salad
brownies
cookies
cake pops
puppy chow
s'mores
lemon bars
mini cakes
cupcakes
Drinks:
strawberry lemonade or plain lemonade
iced tea
water or infused water
juices
coconut water
coffee
alcoholic beverages
Additional Picnic Accessories
drink dispenser/pitcher for drinks
food storage containers
insulated reusable bottle and tumbler
cooler sleeves
tote bag
umbrella
mason jars
ice packs
picnic caddy
Picnic Tips
Pack Light
Coordinate with friends and family on what to bring.
One person can bring the silverware, another brings the drinks, and someone else can bring the food.
Keep Food Fresh
Bring a cooler with you, especially if you know you will be traveling far.
Also, bring a separate bag for your hot food.
Avoid Soggy Food
Anything from salad dressings to condiments should be kept in a separate jar to avoid soggy food.
Avoid Sticky Food
Anything from ice cream to pudding, you want to avoid something that will make a mess.
Look For a Shady Spot
If you are planning to have a picnic at the beach, definitely bring an umbrella with you.
If you are having a picnic at the park or woodsy area, find a large tree with branches for a cooling spot.
Also, don't forget the sunscreen!
You Don't Have to Make All the Food
Picking up your favorite fast food or pizza and bring it to your picnic.
It is really a great, affordable, and fun way to have a picnic.
Remember to Check the Weather Forecast
If you live in an area with unpredictable weather, you definitely should plan ahead for this.
Decide What Time of Day You Will Have Your Picnic
Breakfast, lunch, or dinner are all great options, but it would be fun if you planned ahead of what time and what meal course you will be having.
There are plenty of portable foods for your picnic and it would be quite fun to have a breakfast-themed picnic!
Thank you all very much for reading this blog post! I hope this inspires you all to take some time this summer to have a picnic with your loved ones! This is a fun and easy summer idea that is also inexpensive to share with friends. I have more posts planned for this month and I cannot wait to share them with you all so, stay tuned for new blog posts coming soon! Also, if you want to stay updated when new blog posts are coming or want interactive content, please follow me on Instagram and Pinterest @helpfulinspiringblog. If you have any questions or need to reach out to me, feel free to email me at: helpfulinspiringblog@gmail.com. I will see you all very soon!
-Sonia