Picnics are great versatile activities — for families, dates or a get together with  friends. Whether your picnic is in the park, on the beach or at a fun campsite, you will want to pack the following essentials:

Picnic blanket: While any blanket will do, a waterproof picnic blanket is best. Nobody likes getting settled in for the perfect picnic, only to end up damp from wet grass.

Picnic basket: With online shopping, you’ll find you have endless options when it comes to a picnic basket.  Whether it’s an old-school wicker picnic basket or a modern canvas tote, either will do the trick.

Picnic chair: If you’re not a fan of the bare ground, invest in a few picnic chairs. Mix fun with utility by finding ones with built-in drink holders and a zippered pocket on the back.