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Picnic Ideas....simple, fun and affordable for simple, family fun.


Picnic Ideas that create the best family getaways can actually be very simple.

In fact the simpler that we tend to keep them the better the time we seem to have. Less to worry about means lots more time to enjoy each others company



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Take a simple day at the beach.

The Kids, the buckets and spades, the water, the sand and a picnic basket chocked full of lots of easy yummies.

The cooler stocked with plenty of cold drinks and you in your beach cossie...now that's a sight worth remembering!





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Here are more books from Fishpond that may be of interest to you and help with a few more picnic ideas...

Sylvanian Families - Bikes and Picnic SetBeach Bugs: A Sunny Pop-up BookThe Holiday Activity Book
Sylvanian Families - Bikes and Picnic Set Mother and son Roxy and Baden Renard enjoy cycling to peaceful picnic spots by the river.Before they eat they play bat and ball to work up an appetite. They then have afternoontea whilst listening to the cricket commentary on their radio.

Over 15 pieces and 2 figures.

Beach Bugs: A Sunny Pop-up Book From picnic bugs and fireflies to rollercoaster bugs on a warm summer night, this next installment in the wildly popular Bugs series captures what everyone loves about summer!The Holiday Activity Book Pop it in the suitcase - packed with easy-to-make holiday activities. Want fantastic holiday ideas for games on planes and trains? How about making your own postcards, a picnic pack, and some brilliant beach and photo art? Whether you're going to the countryside or the seaside, there's loads of fun things to make and do, so you won't be saying 'Are we there yet?' or 'I'm bored' on holiday ever again! "Jane Bull's DK books provide fun and fantastic-looking activities that kids can't help but respond to with enthusiasm." - "BBC Parenting".



Ok, here we go. There are some basic principles that I believe, if you follow, will create memories that will last a lifetime.

My children still remember and talk about the picnics we shared as a family at places like Emerald Lake and the neighborhood park we named "50 Acres".


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One of the most important things to remember in planning that perfect picnic is to.....keep it simple

Consider Picnic Ideas with Simple Meals



The Low-carb Barbecue Book: Over 200 Recipes for the Grill and Picnic Table
Want to keep the carbs down? Here is The Low-carb Barbecue Book: Over 200 Recipes for the Grill and Picnic Table and if you would like to check out some more great recipe books just have a look at the selection at Fishpond


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  • Dips and Spreads, either homemade or purchased...See Picnic Spreads and Cold salad recipes
  • Cold meats, chicken or seafood, either home cooked or purchased make Great sandwich fillings...
  • Fresh bread (if sliced you can have this pre-buttered and wrapped in foil), fresh bread rolls are great for that BBQ'd sausage (mmmm, I can smell them from here, my personal favourite)
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  • Salad mixes, homemade or purchased....my homemade potato salad mix is always a hit, pasta makes a great change and a simple tossed salad can take on a "Professional" look with a few simple additions eg nuts, seeds, cheeses, sun dried tomatoes etc
  • Fresh fruit either cut up or offered whole
  • Assorted cheeses and crackers


  • Tana Ramsay's Real Family Food: Delicious Recipes for Everyday Occasions
    You will find some more great recipes here, perhaps the book could make a great gift suggestion, Tana Ramsay's Real Family Food: Delicious Recipes for Everyday Occasions

    For more gift ides check out Fishpond



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    Another one of my helpful Picnic tips is to...be prepared...


    A great Picnic Idea is to keep most of these things put aside, maybe some of them in the family car, ready for that picnic getaway.

  • A picnic basket filled with utensils etc....see # picnic basket ideas or a carry all environmental bag/s from the supermarket can do the job
  • Picnic rugs (I always suggest at least 2 as they are so handy if weather turns nasty)
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  • A couple of thermos flasks, depending on how many people you are catering for you may need more. I find running out of hot water for MY COFFEE sooooo stressful!
  • Pop top drink bottles, so handy for homemade drinks and water (this little tip can save you so much money!)
  • A Small First Aid kit....see #Picnic Essentials
  • Games to play

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  • Trash bags, recycled supermarket bags are great for the rubbish and great for the environment
  • Clear plastic drop sheet....Why? See Picnic Tips

  • Esky or 2 or 3.....

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    Come in and browse through at Picnic Food Ideas for simple, affordable picnic recipes....easy things that you can make, bake, cook or mix. The main thing is to Keep it Simple so that you can enjoy that wonderful family of yours. Use these Picnic Ideas, tips, suggestions at any picnic getaway and remember to...'njoy yourself.



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    To Summarize My Picnic Ideas.....



  • For more Suggestions on how to help you produce a picnic success why not visit Picnic Tips
  • For ideas on what to serve on your picnic, pop on over to see my suggestions
  • I have some great suggestions for cold food recipes
  • For yummy salads, how about a visit to my easy salad recipe page
  • For great, tasty sandwich picnic ideas drop in to see my gastronomical sandwich suggestions





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