8 Park Bag Must Haves (That You Haven't Thought Of)
- bemfinearts
- Mar 5, 2015
- 2 min read
Sure, you know you need sunblock, ponchos and bandaids with you in the parks, but here are 8 items that will make your days a breeze.
First, let's talk about your park bag itself. We bring a North Face backpack with us. Now normally, I'm not one to promote a particular brand, but in this case, I will. Brad has had this back pack for years, all the way through undergrad and now into grad school. And, it's still in great shape! This backpack is a trooper. We really do recommend investing in a quality backpack, and North Face brand offers great, longterm choices.
Now, let's move on to what you should put in the backpack. I'm sure you've read other blogs about what you should pack for the parks. But, here's a list of things you might not have thought to bring.
1. Goldbond Powder- This is a must for the warm months, to keep feet, legs, underarms, etc from chaffing under the sun. It can prevent you from turning into a puddle of sweat.
2. Fresh Extras- The extras can be undies, socks, or even a tshirt. Changing into some clean clothes after a hot afternoon can make a big difference. It's wonderful to have a clean shirt to change into before a nice dinner, or dry socks after getting splashed on Pirates of the Caribbean.
3. Deodorant- The same idea applies here. Use it to freshen up midday. Your new queue friends will thank you!
4. Ibiprophen- Any pain killer will do, really. You'll need it to help sore feet and bright-sun-induced headaches.
5. Contact solution- Don't leave your eyes at the mercy of tap water if you need to clean your contacts or get something in your eye.
6. Tide Pen- "Wow, that Mickey ice cream bar is a great addition to your meticulously planned Magic Kingdom day outfit," said no one ever.
7. Allergy Meds- You may react differently to southern plants than you do at home, so bring medication even if it's not your "normal" allergy season.
8. Flip Flops- Obviously, you'll want flip flops to wear on Splash Moutnain, but consider slipping them on for Pirates too (I've been drenched by that ride, despite it not being a "water ride"). Changing shoes for a bit can be a welcom break for feet that are otherwise cramped up in sneakers.
So there you have it, 8 things you might not have thought to pack in the park bag. Did I leave off your absolute must-have? Let me know!
This post was written by Robin, one of the creators of the Everyday Magic Blog.
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