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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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I’d take the Aleve for sure. I always like to have a pain reliever on hand.
I would definitely need to pack the Aleve, bug spray and sun screen
I would pack the Coppertone Sport sun block since I need to avoid a sunburn.
I always pack benadryl, never know when the allergies will kick in or get stung by a bee.
I would need the sunscreen and bug spray! Two must haves for any summer.
Sunscreen for sure, I have very fair skin and burn within 15 minutes.
I would pack the Coppertone sunscreen and the Muskol bug spray because I
am an outdoorsy kind of gal and would need those two for sure! 🙂
I would never leave without sunscreen for my daughter (and she goes everywhere I do).
I need Aleeve to move so Im picking that
I would pack sunscreen for sure.
It would definitely be the Coppertone sunscreen. One can’t be too careful these days. Thanks.
I would definitely be the Aleve! I would love to pack all of them though!
My top choice is the Coppertone sunscreen. We use it daily.
Aleve is on my list. I need this for pain, especially during that time of the month.
I would pack sunscreen for all of us, definitely water, and for the first time, bug spray because of the bad mosquitoes this year!
My must have for for Summer vacation packing is sunscreen.
Sunscreen for sure for me! I’m especially interested in trying the Coppertone ClearlySheer SPF 50 for myself.
As I recently got a nasty sunburn I I would definitely be packing my sunscreen!
My summer essential products are Aleve Liquid Gels and Coppertone sunscreen for Kids SPF 60. Let’s all enjoy a great summer escape and be prepared!
My summer essentials are sunscreen and a hat
Muskol Insect Repellent is the summer essential to pack in the suitcase.
I would definitely need to pack the Aleve….the sunscreen would also come in handy.
I would need sunscreen
Definitely some sunscreen this time of year – I hate getting sunburned!
I’ll be packing sunscreen for sure, usually two kinds one for face and one for the rest of me.
I definitely need the coppertone sun kit in my suitcase! We’re all so fair!
I would always pack sunscreen to protect us from the suns rays. Any prevention of cancer is good.
I would always pack an umbrella given the weather this summer! Also, sunscreen and a sweater.
I would pack the Aleve and sun screen. These always come in handy
I would pack the Coppertone Sunscreen in my suitcase.
I would pack the Kids SPF 60 sunscreen. Super important to protect from burns.
The summer essential product 1 would pack in my suitcase is the Kids SPF 60 sunscreen.
I would definitely have bug spray and afterbite.
I would pack sunscreen and bug spray
I would pack sunscreen , that’s always on the top of my list then Aleve and lip chap 🙂
I always pack sunscreen and bandaids in my pack as I always need both.
I would be packing the Bug Spray and the Sunscreen. I am packing every other week for the trailer and I need to make sure I’m protected.
I would bring along sunglasses in my suitcase. 🙂
A couple of summer essentials I would pack are sunscreen, aloe and bug spray.
The Coppertone Clearly Sheer sunscreen for me. I’m pasty :-0
I would pack allergy medication as lately it seems everything bothers me.
I would pack the sun kit and bug kit. I want to spend a lot of time ooutdoors.
I would need sunscreen for sure gotta keep the kids covered
The summer essential product that I would be sure to pack, is the sunscreen! 🙂
The summer essential I would pack in my suitcase would be the Coppertone! Sunscreen is way to important to not bring along
I would definitely pack sunscreen and sunglasses.
I would definitely need to pack sunscreen
we would pack sunscreen for sure
I would pack sunscreen in my suitcase.
Sunscreen will always be in my suitcase!
I would choose the Niagara falls tour.
I would pack the Coppertone sunscreen
I would definitely need to pack the Aleve
We are prone to getting mosquito bites so the Bug kit / the Muskol Insect Repellent is a must.
My phone, so that I can communicate via What’s app with my 7 kids who live on 3 different continents. 🙂
We live in Winnipeg so the muskol insect repellent!
bug spray and sun screen
I would pack the Coppertone Sport SPF 30.
I would pack the Coppertone Sport SPF 30
The Coppertone Sport SPF 30 would definitely be a summer essential for us because it would be so convenient to apply.
I would pack SPF 50 Sunscreen in my suitcase
I would pack the Coppertone ClearlySheer SPF 50
I would definitely pack my Covergirl with Olay & SPF liquid makeup! 🙂 Gotta have SPF in my foundation!
I would definitely pack the muskol and the Aleve Liquidgels! My son is delicious to mosquitos and my daughter is prone to headaches!
I would pack the Copper tone Sport spf and the Muskol bugspray both are essential for a day out!
Sunscreen and Bugspray and Allergy medicine
I would pack the bug spray in my suitcase
I would pack the bug spray in my suitcase.
for sure sunscreen! the last thing I want is to burn and look like a lobster
The bug spray is now my #1 priority. We just went away & got eaten alive. My poor son’s legs are in agony from bug bites. It really can negatively affect your trip with so many bugs around.
I would pack the sunscreenm, bug spray and Aleve.
I would pack sunscreen and bug spray!!! Nothing worst than getting ate by flies!
Definitely the sunscreen – both children are very fair-skinned.
I would pack sunscreen in my suitcase. I hope i would remember. AND a hat too
sun screen
bug spray ! They have been crazy this year ! They drive me nuts ! Mostly just mosquitos and ticks ! ew!
I would pack the Coppertone sunscreen in my suitcase
I would pack Aerius.
I would pack the Aleve Liquid Gels.
I pack sunscreen as a summer essential.
Sun screen. I coach Little League so out on the diamond for hours on weekends so need protection from the sun.
I would pack the sunscreen for sure.
I always keep my sunscreen with me!
I would pack the Coppertone Sport SPF 30
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I would pack Coppertone ClearlySheer SPF 50 & Coppertone Sport SPF 30 sunscreens and Bug Kit and Alieve & Aerius.
Definitely the muskol to survive those bugs environment
I can’t forget to bring allergy medication and sunscreen! I already have sun damage..
Definitely the Aleeve Pain Reliever, we tend to be out hiking etc in the summer so more chances for aches and pains to show up.
I’d pack the bugspray, the mosquitoes really seem to like me for some reason
Definitely the Coppertone sunscreen because I burn in 2mins flat lol
I would pack sunscreen, i burn easily and it’s always the first thing I put on when I go outside
Essential #4 – Medical Kit … because I’m always forgetting these items when out for a day or weekend
I would pack the Copperton clearly sheer in my luggage for my trip to Edmonton.
Yes – definitely need the bug spray, sun screen and allergy meds! Ah-choo!! I just love the outdoors but we need to be prepared! 🙂
I would pack suncreen .. nothing like a sunburn to ruin your vacation !
I would pack Aleve. Soeone always ends up with a headache or some other type of ache when we travel.
I always pack the sunscreen; not negotiable!
I would pack some of the Coppertone ClearlySheer SPF 50.
I would pack the Coppertone Sport SPF 30 because I’m all about sun safety.
I’d always pack a cute swimsuit!
I would pack lots of sunscreen, like the Coppertone Sport SPF30! We go through tons when we’re on vacation!
i always have sunscreen on me
I’d pack some Muskol!
I would definitely pack the Muskol Insect Repellent. Mosquitoes love me so I always need to have some repellent on hand.
Definitely could not live without sunscreen and bug spray!
I would pack the coppertone sunscreen to help prevent sunburn
I agree.
sun screen and probably something against mosquitos!
The summer essential product I would pack in my suitcase would be bug repellent. I hate having to constantly swat away mosquitoes!
I would pack the sunscreen!
I pack sunscreen
I would definitely pack the Aleve Liquid Gels for my various aches and pains.
Def sunscreen
Def copper tone sunscreen
I would pack the coppertone sunscreen into my bag. I always regret going anywhere without sunscreen because we all burn very quickly.
I make sure to pack the Coppertone Sport SPF 30 for us.
I would pack both adult and children’s sunscreen because I have a toddler. Also bug spray. Thanks for the opportunity 🙂
I cant leave without the Coppertone Sport SPF 30
I would pack sunscreen, sunglasses, aloe lotion, insect repellant.
Sunscreen, and bug repellent. I’d hate for anyone to get bitten when they’re trying to get some sun.
I would pack the Solar-powered charger. Keep my phone charged to take pictures of our fun summer memories.
I would pack bandaids for booboo’s and also sunscreen.
Definitely the Advil for pans and aches and the Claritin for everyday allergies. Also contact lens solution, deodorants, facial wipes,shavers for quick touch ups.
Sunscreen is a summer must!
I always pack sunscreen 🙂
I would pack the bottle of Aleve, we do a lot of walking and this will help the sore muscles at the end of the day
I know it should be the sunscreen but I never leave home without a few bandages – almost everything you’ll ever need can be bought within minutes of realising you need it but a bandage is almost always a can’t wait to find a store need it now item.
I would have to say sunscreen
For me Bug Spray and Sunscreen is a must!
Sunscreen and a pair of sunglasses are vital to bring along.
I have to pack sunscreen. Since having radiation I have to protect my self.
I would pack the sun kit as it has the much needed sunscreen.
Definitely the Coppertone sunscreen
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Have to pack sunscreen and a bathing suit!
Definitely the sunscreen. Really hot here this week!
I always pack sunscreen., as it’s a must with my pale complexion! Thanks for the chance!
Tenactin is a summer essential I would pack, in case of athlet’s foot flare-ups after a day of hiking.
I would pack sunscreen in my suitcase. I wouldn’t want to leave home without it.
The two essentials are sun screen and insect repellent.
I never leave the house without plenty of snacks. It keeps the whole family from getting grumpy and wasting money on takeout.
I would pack sunscreen and insect repellent for sure, among other things!
I would always pack the sunscreen it’s a must.
Can’t go out without sunscreen, especially in the summer. 😉
Sunglasses and sunscreen would have to be packed for my summer adventure!
I would pack some sunscreen and bug repellant in my suitcase.
I would love to try the copper sunscreen….. I have tried many and hate the sticky feel… hope this one is not like most.
I always make sure I pack chap stick in my suitcase. Definitely my #1 summer essential.. The sun makes my lips chapped and if I don’t have anything to put on them right away they get really bad fast.
Id pack more than one type of sunscreen. I like to have variety of textures and styles because I have no choice but to wear it these days due to meds and sometimes you just really dont want to be sticky or use the spray, etc.
sunscreen for sure!
I would pack the Coppertone Clearly Sheer SPF 50 for the face.
Sunscreen and lotion are my go tos
Always sunscreen for my face and sunglasses too…