Spontaneous Summer Fun in a Box
By Brei Larmoyeux
Sometimes the greatest adventures are not planned . When driving around , returning from errands , you may come upon a space that is begging to be explored . You may wander into an errand where , if you had just a few comforts , you could stay and have a wonderful time . Be prepared this summer by keeping the following items available in a car :
1 . Soccer or playground ball . Any field or park can be the perfect place for a pickup game of soccer or kickball .
2 . A frisbee . Again , more things to do in that field or park , and great to burn off excess energy .
3 . Sunscreen . Avoid the burn and keep your skin healthy and comfortable .
4 . Bug repellent . No one wants to be attacked by bugs while you are enjoying the great outdoors !
5 . Hats for the whole crew . We keep a baseball cap for everyone in the family in the trunk . They keep the sun out of your eyes , can wrangle hair out of your eyes and protect your head from the sun .
6 . Sneakers and socks . If you stumble on a great hiking area , you will be ready . You will also be ready for that pickup game of soccer or kickball .
7 . Flip-flops . Beach anyone ? The hot sand is so much more comfortable with flip-flops to help you get
the water without tears .
8 . Swimsuit . Springs and the ocean , a public pool . You never know when the urge to get wet might hit you .
9 . Towels . You may need these if you are going to the beach or on a picnic or if you find a big tree that is perfect for a shady nap .
10 . Beach or camp chairs . One of my favorite things to have in the car when we find a great place to play or read outside .
11 . Beach bag . Because we all know that our little people need us to carry all of the things !
12 . Sunglasses . Protect those eyes . 13 . Snacks . Hangry is a real emotion .
14 . Juice boxes or pouches . They don ’ t need refrigeration when unopened , and after the play and snacks , your crew will be thirsty .
15 . A blanket . Again , for a picnic or a nap or just to make a home base where everyone can gather after they finish playing .
16 . More toys . A Velcro paddle catch ball set or a football can add even more fun .
17 . A sense of adventure !
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