How to plan the perfect family picnic

A family picnic is a great way to reconnect with your kids and spend some quality family time together.

Planning a family picnic

Before you start preparing for your picnic, you’ll need to ask yourself these important questions.

• How many people will be at your picnic?
• What are the ages of the attendees?
• Where is the best picnic spot for your family?
• Is the picnic spot available?
• Does the picnic spot allow glass containers?
• How is the access to the picnic spot? Can you roll a bag or stroller there?
• What is the seating situation?
• What time of day is best for your family? (Consider naps, schedules, routines, meal times, etc.)

Preparing your family picnic

Pack a picnic basket

Include all necessary paper products for your picnic. Make sure you include necessary utensils and plenty of napkins! Be sure to check with the picnic location to see if they allow glass containers before you show up with your glass jar of baby food or fizzy soda.

Games and activities

Plan a scavenger hunt, search for animals in the clouds, bring a board game or a jar full of blank scraps of paper and a pencil. The jar is a great way to engage your family and spark conversations: Have each person write down a question, mix them in a jar and pass it around while each person pulls one question at a time.

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Inviting friends and family to your picnic

A family picnic is a great time to reunite your closest friends and relatives. Think of it as a mini family reunion. There doesn’t have to be a special occasion or event to get your loved ones together. If you decide to open up your family picnic to more people, plan accordingly and consider adding these tips to your list.

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