A day at the beach is all we want in the summer, but sometimes we might get a little lost with what we need to bring to the beach and everything we need to pay attention to. However, you can leave all your worries aside after reading this article since it contains tips like a beach checklist and what you need to know about kids and dogs at the beach. It will help you have the best time ever!

Beach Checklist

Make a list to remember what you need to bring to the beach.
Make a list to remember what you need to bring to the beach. Image source: Moda Konseptt

In order to remember what to bring to the beach, make sure to have a list with all the important things, such as:

  • Sunglasses
  • Flip-flops
  • First aid kit
  • Chairs
  • Sunscreen
  • Lots of water
  • Change of clothes
  • Beach towels
  • Beach blankets

Important: Make sure to bring bottles of water to drink, but also keep a jug of water in your car to wash the sand off your feet before getting in the car to go home.

If you’re going to spend the weekend at the beach, or going on a beach vacation, you’ll need to add a few more things to that list. Check out this Beach Trip Checklist to help you remember everything!

Consider These Ideas

Drink Holder

A drink holder is easy to make and will help keep the sand off your drinks!
A drink holder is easy to make and will help keep the sand off your drinks! Image source: Positively Splendid

This DIY drink holder from Positively Splendid will be really useful to keep sand off of your water bottles!

Related: 12 Deliciously Fresh Summer Drinks and Cocktails

Protect Your Cellphone

Protect your phone in a way you can still use it if necessary.
Protect your phone in a way you can still use it if necessary. Image source: One Good Thing

A zip lock baggie will protect your phone from sand and water and you’ll still able to use it when you go to the beach.

Use a Cupcake Liner When Having Popsicles

A cupcake liner will avoid making a mess when having popsicles.
A cupcake liner will avoid making a mess when having popsicles. Image source: Pop Sugar

Using a cupcake liner is a smart trick to avoid popsicles from dripping all over the place and making a mess! In addition, you can place one of these cupcake liners on top of your drink to avoid getting sand in there.

Kids at the Beach

Be prepared to make your kids enjoy the day at the beach.
Be prepared to make your kids enjoy the day at the beach. Image source: American Girl Ideas

What To Pack

Aside from the regular checklist, when taking kids to the beach, be sure to:

  • Pack a few snacks
  • Pack beach toys

Extra tip: If your kids are still small babies, invest in a portable small tent instead of a beach umbrella. This will make it easier to carry everything from your car to the beach!

Children love to have fun, make sure to prepare some Summer Games to play with them!

Keep In Mind

Don't ruin a lovely day by rushing your kids to go home.
Don't ruin a lovely day by rushing your kids to go home. Image source: Scary Mommy

Taking care of children is no easy task, and we all know it. To make the most out of the day, go to the beach early - around 9:00 AM is a good time. Also, be smart about how you leave: give your kids a 30 minute - or more - notice. That way they won’t get upset about ending their fun out of the blue, and it will give you some time to pack everything to go home.

Taking Your Dog To the Beach

Dogs love the beach too!
Dogs love the beach too! Image source: Chron

Some basic tips to consider:

  • Find out if dogs are allowed on the beach - some beaches allow dogs all year round, others only allow dogs during the off season, and some don’t allow dogs at all.
  • Find out if your dog knows how and likes to swim - maybe invest in a life vest for dogs
  • Protect your pet’s paws from the hot sand
  • Dogs also need sun protection, make sure to check with your vet the best sunscreen to use on your dog
  • Take several poop bags with you and pay attention to your pet
  • You can also prepare some homemade frozen treats for your dog to help it cool off during the day
  • Take some dog toys

Related: 10 Things Every Pet Owner Needs

Adults Only

The beach is a great place to have a time to yourself too!
The beach is a great place to have a time to yourself too! Image source: Girls Gone Sporty

If you’re going to the beach by yourself for some relaxation or if you’re going with a group of your adult friends, you still need to be prepared. Pay attention to our checklist to take care of yourself and help out your friends. Find a few more tips about how to enjoy the beach here and check these ways to have the most fun at the beach.

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