What to Take on a Picnic

Spring is here and it’s a great time to have a picnic. After a long winter of shoveling snow off the car to go to work, we look forward to spring. Spring brings warm air and soft breezes and the scent of jasmine and other scented flowers in the air. Spring is also the time you hear the first sounds of birds chirping and nature coming alive. A number of studies have stated that when you take advantage of spring activities it could lower your depression, and improve your overall health. A picnic is one spring activity that is fun and will improve your mood. You can go on a relaxing picnic by yourself or with your pet to get away from everything for a few hours. You can take a picnic with family and friends for social fun.

Foods to Make for a Picnic

When going on a picnic, choose a place with a lot of greenery near water.  Lay a blanket out on a grassy area or sit at a picnic table. Picnicking at a beach is always a relaxing choice. If you decide to go on a picnic here are a few fun food ideas. Make some finger foods like sandwiches which are easy to carry and don’t take up a lot of space in a basket or container. Garlic bread sticks are always a crowd pleaser. Fried chicken is great picnic food you can eat with your fingers. Fruits like a bag of grapes or blueberries are healthy, and if you add walnuts or almonds it will become a delicious fruit mix. Apple filled pastries are also very enjoyable. However, whatever you decide to pack have fun.