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June 29, 2016 · 19 Comments

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

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Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

Hello, friends!

Hope you’re having a great day! Awhile back I shared this post where I shared one of my favorite quotes lately..

“Each day of our lives we make deposits in the memory banks of our children.” 

— Charles R. Swindol

It’s really got me thinking about creating quality memories with my kiddos and being more intentional about making sure each day is special. One thing my kiddos really like to do is play outside, or just BE outside. So I thought about ways I could incorporate things we do each day inside, outside. So, I had the idea of having a little picnic outside in our yard! I stopped by my local Kroger store and found these adorable Glad bags perfect for packing snacks in! Bonus, they feature some of our favorite characters! Our picnic was SO much fun and I wanted to share some tips for creating a stress-free picnic with you!

Step One: Find the right spot!

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

You don’t have to picnic anywhere special, because you can make wherever you go special! Our house has a nice shaded area in the backyard that’s perfect for laying out a nice big blanket. We searched for a nice, flat spot – and then went inside to gather our supplies!

Step Two: Set the scene

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

Grab a nice big blanket, perfect for gathering together for some good old fashioned family time!

Step Three: Pack your basket

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

This is my favorite part because it’s something you can really personalize to fit your family. In our picnic bag I packed juice, iced tea, chips, apples, baby carrots, Hidden Valley Ranch to-go cups, cheese, fruit snacks, and our favorite Trail Mix Recipe. I wanted to have a variety of snacks for the boys to enjoy while we spent time together outside, and they loved trying a little bit of each item. The Glad bags we’re the perfect snacking size to pack all of the individual items and the boys LOVED the fun designs!

Step Four: Pack the activities

This is as simple as choosing some of your kiddo’s favorite books, toys, etc. We pulled a handful of books, some musical instruments, and a few small toys to enjoy together outside during our picnic.

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

Step Five: Enjoy!

Now it’s time to kick back and enjoy your fun, simple and stress-free picnic! Interact with your little ones, read their favorite stories, play tag, and enjoy some delicious snacks together!

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The boys even made a new friend while we were picnicking outside, a little toad!

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

Ready to have your own family picnic? Be sure to head over to your local Kroger store to pick up some of the adorable Glad bags we featured in today’s post! You can find them in the “foil and bags” section as pictured below!

Tips for having a stress-free family picnic

These bags are perfect to pick up when you’re prepping for back-to-school, so grab them now so your kiddos can enjoy them later!

When is the last time YOU had a family picnic?

 

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  1. Alli says

    June 29, 2016 at 8:30 AM

    I don’t know what I’d do without Glad bags. I use them for so much and they really come in handy for picnics.

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  2. Jeanette says

    June 29, 2016 at 9:58 AM

    My son loves to go on picnics, I love that picnic basket you have. I think we need to go on another picnic here I really miss going on then with my son we have not done it in so long.

    Reply
  3. Chrishelle says

    June 29, 2016 at 11:21 AM

    I cannot remember the last time my family has gone on a picnic. I need to use your tips and plan a fun day for my kids before summer is over.

    Reply
  4. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

    June 29, 2016 at 12:15 PM

    Having a family picnic in the backyard is one of our fave things to do together. The kids always have a lot of fun! Thanks for sharing these tips!

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  5. lisa says

    June 29, 2016 at 12:59 PM

    I love picnics! I haven’t had a picnic with my kids in so long. I’m going to have to have a picnic with them this summer.

    Reply
  6. Rese says

    June 29, 2016 at 1:12 PM

    My kiddos love to go on a picnic. I don’t usually get too stressed out for picnics. I just don’t like that it creates more work for me as no one wants to help at all.

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  7. Pam says

    June 29, 2016 at 1:48 PM

    We love having picnics with the family. These are great tips for keeping it stress free and fun!

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  8. Sarah says

    June 29, 2016 at 2:02 PM

    What an adorable way to have a stress free family picnic, glad you were able to enjoy this time with your family!

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  9. Angelic Sinova says

    June 29, 2016 at 4:54 PM

    Picnics are one of my favorite things about summer. It’s all about picking the right spot, bringing the right snacks and just relaxing and spending time with loved ones. Picnics rock!

    Reply
  10. Liz Mays says

    June 29, 2016 at 6:23 PM

    These are really good picnic tips! I wouldn’t mind having a little picnic in the park sometime soon.

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    • Nona says

      February 25, 2017 at 11:48 PM

      Kewl you should come up with that. Exltclene!

      Reply
  11. kendall says

    June 30, 2016 at 1:43 AM

    LOVE this! Picnics are so much fun and perfect for summer – but they can be a bit stressful if you don’t know exactly what to bring! This is a great list! Staying organized and packing everything ahead of time is super helpful. Now I want to go have a picnic!

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  12. Emily says

    June 30, 2016 at 3:24 AM

    I like that tips. I think for me just having picnic with the family is enough to release stress from inside. 🙂

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  13. Stephanie Pass says

    June 30, 2016 at 5:30 PM

    I can’t live without Glad bags, and we go through a lot with 3 kids. I love the Disney themes!

    Reply
  14. bella says

    June 30, 2016 at 9:28 PM

    I have no clue what i would do without glad bags, I use them all the time.. Your picnic looks so yummy and your kids are so cute

    https://xoxobella.com

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  15. ricci says

    June 30, 2016 at 10:32 PM

    Those baggies are adorable!! It looks like you had a great picnic!!

    Reply
  16. christina aliperti says

    July 1, 2016 at 1:19 AM

    Tip 1, leave the family at home. Lol, just kidding. These are great tips to stay stress free. My nieces would love the baggies!

    Reply
  17. Two boys and a hubby says

    July 1, 2016 at 1:37 AM

    I am actually planning our picnic in a few weeks and I had no idea Glad had toy story bags or that travel size ranch. I will be grabbing both of those on our next shopping trip.

    Reply
  18. LaShawn says

    July 1, 2016 at 5:56 AM

    We live by our glad bags. If i didn’t have them, I would be so unorganized! I love the idea of a picnic! Now I have to go plan one!

    Reply

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