If the weather is nice outside and you have a day off, plan a picnic to spend a great day with your family or friends. Here's how to organize one according to your needs.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Picnic for two
Step 1. Make a list of what you need and go to the supermarket
Step 2. Make something you both love but are easy to eat
Making a fondue in the middle of a park isn't exactly a great idea!
Step 3. Get a basket from a craft shop; with a bit of luck, you might find one in a hypermarket
Putting everything you need in a Coop bag is certainly not romantic!
Step 4. Prepare according to where you are going to picnic
- If you go to the beach, be sure to bring a beach towel large enough not to fill your food with sand and two lounge chairs.
- If you go to the park, bring an oilcloth (the grass could be wet or damp) to put under a soft blanket.
- Bring pillows with you to add an extra touch of comfort.
Step 5. Password:
romance! Add flowers, candles and a couple of small speakers to the basket to connect to the iPod.
Step 6. Think about the unexpected:
ants, thunderstorms, etc. Plan ahead.
- Bring a couple of sweaters with you if you think it might be cool.
- Don't forget the umbrella at home.
- If the weather doesn't look good, postpone the picnic.
Step 7. Dress nice, but comfortably
Since you're planning a special afternoon, make sure it's worth remembering.
Method 2 of 2: Family picnic
Step 1. Plan
Nothing spoils the fun more than not having a corkscrew or plastic cutlery when needed!
- Keep a picnic box in the cupboard and fill it with plastic plates and cutlery, napkins, a corkscrew, containers and bags.
- Also pack a copy of your favorite picnic recipes in the box.
Step 2. Think about convenience
Having a picnic is fun, but sitting on sodden or stony ground or a blanket that is too small or being caught off guard by the rain is not.
- Bring along various camping cushions and chairs.
- If the sky is gray, put some umbrellas in the car.
- Make sure you have a large blanket or carry more than one. It always pays to have a lot of space available.
Step 3. Prepare the supplies the day before, but cook as late as possible so that everything is fresh and delicious
If you're making a salad, leave it in the refrigerator and put it in the basket before you leave the house.
Step 4. Play
Put a football, a Frisbee or a board game in the car. Plan activities that involve everyone.
Step 5. Think about security
A family picnic is a great opportunity to have fun between outdoor runs and five-a-side football matches. However, it can happen that the Frisbee accidentally hits your child's forehead. So, put a first aid kit in the car. Also add sunscreen, repellent, and hand sanitizer gel.
Step 6. Take a look at the list in the photo
We have put together a list of things you commonly need to organize a picnic.
Copy this list into a Word document (or similar program) and edit it according to your needs. Keep it in the picnic basket
Advice
- If you're committed to caring for the environment, opt for non-disposable cutlery, plates and napkins. In case you worry about breaking something, buy some cheap but colorful and original utensils, to give a lively atmosphere to your picnic.
- Tea and coffee taste best when served in the cup, and fruit juices and soft drinks don't lose their taste if you leave them in their original packaging. So, avoid disposable cups. You'll also be doing the environment a favor!
- Will you bake a cake? Keep it in a special container to prevent it from being attacked by insects.
- Bring some aluminum foil with you - they can always come in handy for storing something.
