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The weather is hot, and July is finally here. Now is the time to plan a summer escape to take in some of the beautiful sights this country has to offer. Whether you’re heading to a cabin in the far neck of the Rockies or a cottage in Muskoka. If your family is like mine and burns quickly in the summer sun, then these essential kits should be at the top of your packing list for a safe and comfortable summer escape.
- Essential #1 – Sun Kit
Your sun kit should include all the essentials you need to make sure you’re not turning in to a lobster. And spending most of your escape treating your sunburns! This means packing sunglasses, hats, lots of water, and of course sunscreen!
If you’re heading outside, always reach for sun protection first, including your Coppertone ClearlySheer SPF 50, Coppertone Sport SPF 30 and Kids SPF 60 sunscreens. And while it’s important to apply 15 minutes before heading outdoors. Do make sure you are reapplying every two hours or 80 min in or after going in the water.
- Essential #2 – Rainy Day Kit
On the flip side, we’re not always so lucky with our weather, but a little rain shouldn’t ruin your summer escape. Your rainy day kit should include board games, a deck of cards, and lots of pens and paper. While people will often reach for their phones and tablets during the rain, you can still enjoy some family time without the presence of electronics!
- Essential #3 – Snack Kit
My kids would agree with this one (…and frankly, I can’t blame them!). As you’ll need a good snack kit for any trip. My kit usually includes a yummy but healthy mix including a trail mix, granola bars, a few bananas and apples and for a treat the kids will love, everything needed for a campfire s’mores.
- Essential #4 – Medical Kit
With all the outdoor time, you’re bound to encounter some minor scrapes and bruises. Pick up a general first aid kit to be safe, including bandages, disinfectant wipes as well as gauze. For women, yeast infections can happen anytime, especially in situations with wet bathing suits. Keep CanesOral Combi-Pak on hand for easy and convenient go-to relief so you can get back to being you , and not let it ruin your summer escape.
- Essential #5 – Bug Kit
Nothing says summer like mosquitoes and other little insects. While a fly swatter might do the trick some, you don’t want to forget your Muskol Insect Repellent – it provides eight hours of effective protection against mosquitoes, black flies, and ticks (a growing threat here in Canada) among others.
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Mary Pettiford says
I would pack the Coppertone Clearly Sheer SPF 50 for the face.
Natalie says
Sunscreen and lotion are my go tos
Rhonda says
Always sunscreen for my face and sunglasses too…