Remember that anything requiring silverware will be a bit trickier to eat, so stick to finger foods and foods that require little cleanup.
Preparing drinks that can be stored in a thermos or to-go pitcher is always fun, or you can be sure to buy packs of drinks in cans.
Cutlery and plates
If you are eating something that requires plates, forks, knives, and napkins, it’s suggested that you buy disposable and eco-friendly versions.
After all, lugging real plates and silverware to and from a picnic spot can be a pain, but you also don’t want to dispose of too many single-use plastics at once. Look up biodegradable or recyclable plates, forks, spoons, and cups to keep your picnic more environmentally friendly.
Miscellaneous Items
A few more things that can bring your picnic to the next level include trash bags, a portable speaker, and a cutting board. The trash bags will make for a much easier cleanup because even though there will likely be trash cans in your picnic area, it’s best to collect all your garbage in one go before throwing it away.
A portable speaker is great for playing music and adding a bit of ambiance to your picnic. You can make a playlist in advance, have your friends queue up songs on your go-to streaming apps, or even play a podcast.
Having a large cutting or wooden board available will help you arrange certain things at your picnic, and if anyone needs to assemble some food or snacks, they can use the board to do it.
These essential items should get you started for having an awesome, relaxing, and fun picnic this year. Just remember to have fun with your loved ones, and everything will be great!
