A picnic in nature is a great way to have a good time with your family and friends. But along with soft grass, aromatic shashlik and badminton there are nasty insects, capricious weather and the need to cook food in the field. We tell you about useful little things that will make your trip to nature more comfortable.
Portable neck fan
A fan is an indispensable thing in hot weather, especially if you can take it with you anywhere. A portable fan can be easily placed on your neck or belt, and fresh air will pleasantly blow on you. The battery charge lasts for 3-10 hours of operation, depending on the selected mode. The device weighs only 142 grams.
Solar Powered Flashlight
A flashlight can be very useful at a picnic, especially if the fun lasts until the evening. It works on a battery, and can be recharged by sunlight during the day. It is waterproof, so rain or dew will not bother you. There is a convenient handle on top so that the flashlight can be hung or attached to a backpack.
Inflatable lounge chair
Camping chairs are made lightweight and foldable, but they certainly cannot compare with an inflatable chair. When folded, it will not take up much space, but when you inflate it, you can even lie down comfortably. By the way, it does not need pumps either, just wave this chair – and it will fill with air itself.
Bottle Sink Attachment
Trying to wash your face, hands or vegetables on a picnic can turn into a real test. You need to be very careful, and you can’t do it without the help of another person. To make this process more comfortable, a washbasin attachment will come in handy. It will fit bottles of different sizes and will greatly simplify water procedures. And it may even reduce the consumption of such valuable water on a hike. It is very easy to use: just press a little on the lower part of the attachment.
Sunscreen spray
It seems like everyone has learned it: sunscreens need to be applied every day and then reapplied every couple of hours . But after applying the cream, your hands become sticky and need to be washed again, which is not always convenient during a picnic. An alternative in this case can be a sunscreen spray. A couple of sprays, and you are protected from the insidious sun rays, while still having clean hands.
Waterproof case
Perhaps you have always dreamed of great photos by the lake. Water splashes and a cheerful company in one frame – sounds very cool. But not for a smartphone. A waterproof case will protect it from water, sand and dirt. And you can also put important documents and bank cards there. The case has a convenient cord to hang it around your neck or attach it to a bag.
Salt warmer
It will come in handy if the weather has made its own adjustments to your plans. Of course, you should take care of suitable clothing in advance. But a salt warmer can also come in handy. It is easy to activate and keeps the heat for a long time. You can put it in your pocket and warm your hands or place it under your outerwear to warm up your entire body. Such warmers are reusable, after use it is enough to boil them and you can use them again.
Food net
Sneaky insects often spoil the impression of rest. Flies, wasps and spiders sit on fresh shashlik or on just chopped salad, and the food becomes less appetizing. To protect food, a food net-tent will come in handy. It is easy to fold and takes up very little space. At the same time, it can cover quite large dishes.
Food basket
Coming to a picnic with a wicker basket is a hundred times more like feeling like the heroine of an 18th-century novel. But technology does not stand still, and now you can take with you not just a cute accessory, but a basket-refrigerator. It will keep food fresh and drinks cool. The basket holds 22 liters, made of bamboo. Inside there is a special compartment for a cooling battery or ice.
Cutlery for cooking
A standard situation: you need to cut vegetables, and you have to do it on a plate, or at worst, with a plastic knife. To avoid this and make the picnic as enjoyable as possible, a portable set of cooking utensils will come in handy. In the zippered case you will find a cutting board, two spatulas (plastic and metal), scissors, a ladle, a meat fork and a knife.
Picnic mat
It’s hard to imagine a picnic without a rug. Once you lay everything out on it, the forest clearing turns into a self-assembled tablecloth. The rug has two sides: one is made of thick fabric in a pretty checkered pattern, and the other is a moisture-resistant backing. The rug can be easily rolled up and secured with a special handle to make it easy to carry.
Fire starter kit
there, it turns out that there is nothing suitable for starting a fire. You have to look for unnecessary pieces of paper or go in search of suitable twigs. You can simplify your outdoor cooking with a ready-made kindling kit. It consists of pieces of wood that are soaked in pine resin. The kit also includes a fire starter and flint. Everything is packed in a nice tin case that is waterproof. This kit will be an environmentally friendly replacement for lighter fluid. Just don’t forget to make sure the fire is out when you leave the picnic!
Camping Cookware Set
You can, of course, choose disposable tableware, but there is an option to take a little more care of nature and get a special set. The set is designed for six people, and it has everything you need: knives, forks and spoons, salad bowls, glasses, containers for sugar and salt, six flat plates with a diameter of 19.5 cm and six 17.5 cm. All the cutlery folds into a portable case. At the end of the meal, you can put the dishes in it to wash them at home.
Wet wipes and garbage bags
Wet wipes will come in handy if you get dirty, and will also help you clean up if you are having a picnic in special areas with tourist tables. And after the day in the fresh air is over, it would be a good idea to collect the accumulated garbage. It is important to maintain cleanliness and order in nature for all its inhabitants. So do not forget to throw garbage bags in your bag before you go on a picnic. If your city has sorting, you can put garbage in different bags and sort it out at special containers.