Ready for a Picnic?

"Alright, Who's ready for a picnic?"

A list of nearby parks both dog friendly and kid friendly!
 Daytona Beach Parks, Beaches and Recreation

I will be updating this list regularly with reviews and attributes as to which ones are safe and family friendly so check back often!

Here are some great  sites that offer tips on how to have a great picnic!

Check out 8 DIY Picnic Crafts by Hanna Brooks Olsen.
http://blog.creativelive.com/8-diy-picnic-crafts/

10 Ways to Make your Picnic a Hit this Summer! 

(This list contain Affiliate links which are product suggestions and each purchase provides a commission so I can keep this blog active)

1. Picnic Plus 68X82-In. Mega Mat Picnic Blanket, Blue Bayou., The Mega Mat  by Picnic Plus is the ultimate take-a long companion for any outdoor activity. With a 100% fully waterproof backing
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   The Perfect Picnic, Take a warm summer's day, a secluded spot in the dappled shade, a blanket and a bottle of wine, friends and family, and a spread of delicious homemade food, and you have that timeless rustic idyll - the Great British picnic. Perfect picnic food is simple, elegant and delicious, based around much-loved classics.
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   Picnic Plus Tremont 4 Person Picnic Backpack - Black - PS4-416BL, * This set comes with a complete set of 4: plates, acrylic goblets, cotton napkins, stainless steel flatware, wooden handle bottle opener waiters tool, salt/pepper shakers, wooden cutting board and cheese knife. * Perfect for outdoor fun, hiking, picnics, summer concerts, and biking. * Makes a memorable bridal or wedding gift. *
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   Koolatron KCC14 Coca Cola Fun Cooler, Koolatron KCC14 Coca Cola Fun CoolerProduct Features The Coca Cola 14 L Fun Cooler compact personal Cooler / Warmer will store all your favorite drinks and snacks and keep them cool without any ice. This thermoelectric Coca-Cola Fun Cooler and Warmer comes with both a 12V and 110V AC Adapter .Plug it into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter, and keep your drinks and snacks cool while on the road, in your boat, or RV.
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   Picnic Plus PSM-179 Alpine Bamboo Cutting Board - Bamboo , The large 14" x 11" serving area can hold a wide variety of cheeses, crackers, grapes and other snacks, yet is portable enough for picnics, concerts, outings, and travel.
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   Driveway Games Light Up Corntoss Bean Bag Game - WDCTLHT-GM-00144, Bean Bag Game is a revolutionary, and exciting new twist to the popular outdoor game. Now when the sun goes down the fun can continue, with battery powered LED lights that illuminate a landing strip and the target hole!
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   Kong PF1 Safestix Large, This dog toy is perfect for toss and fetch games, promoting healthy exercise and fun bonding time for you and your furry friend. This bendable and flexible dog toy provides interesting and engaging fun for your pooch. Great for indoor or outdoor games, this dog toy floats!
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   KidKraft-00043-Table and Benches with Blue Umbrella, The Table and Benches with Blue Umbrella is perfect for eating meals, playing games, working on homework and more. This outdoor furniture set is perfect for the summer months and will look great on any patio.
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   Giga Tent Gt 008 Giga Classic Canopy, The 10 ft. x 10 ft. canopy gives you 100 square feet of floor space for friends, family, and outdoor gear.
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     ShelterLogic 14553 ShadeLogic Quick Clamp Canopy, Tilt Mount, Expandable to 10, this canopy shifts left to right, adjusts vertically up and down, and tilts to 20 degrees in either direction. It is the ideal outdoor, customizable, portable shade solution.Features: Frame: * Innovative patent pending pop-up frame design. * High impact injection molded connectors. * Shock cord side frame poles go up in seconds. * Four-position vertical adjustment to a max of 9" * Fits tables up to 10' long. * Adjustable tilt-mount bracket clamp mounting system with pivot feature for easy attachment to many surfaces. * Sun protection from any direction with 3-adjustable shade positions.

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So, whether it be a holiday gathering, family reunion, a children's party, weekend camping/hiking, or casual date remember to be safe and relax and have fun this summer!