You are here: Home Helpful Info Top 15 Things To Bring To The Beach (That You May Forget) Top 15 Things To Bring To The Beach (That You May Forget) Posted on June 18, 2010 by Justin Urich in Helpful Info with 31 Comments Ah, yes the sun is out, and it is once again that time of year to pack the kids, the cooler and grandma into the car and head to the beach. But as many of us often do, we get to our spot on the beach, unfold our towels, and quickly realize we forgot something back at the house. Don’t fret, it happens to the best of us, but rest assured that this list will help you remember to bring those extra vital things (and maybe some things you didn’t know) to the beach. Lots of Water- The average adult requires 8 full glasses of water each day as recommended by doctors everywhere. This number increases when lying out in the sun. A good tip is to bring a gallon of water and a couple water bottles. That way you can keep one water bottle in the cooler and not have to waste valuable cooler space. Good Sunscreen- While many of us remember to bring the sunscreen, often is the case of when we return home that evening, we are surprised that we somehow still have a bit of a sunburn. Make sure you know which SPF suits you. Umbrella- An umbrella is a perfect way to keep the kids from having to endure all that sunlight. Whistle- With a record number of people expected to be in Myrtle Beach this year, you can expect a bunch of unattended kids roaming the beaches. A good way to keep track of your children is to bring a whistle. Teach your family the “family whistle” and you’ll be sure to have them back by your side in no time. Extra Blanket- It is always a good idea I find, to bring a large blanket with you to the beach. That way the beach towels can be used for drying off and you won’t have to worry about wet, sticky sand. Blankets are usually heavier than towels and it will be easier to keep the blanket on the ground rather than blowing down the Grand Strand. Jug of water for sandy feet -Do you ever find yourself returning from a long day at the beach just to get into the car with half the beach with you? Keep a jug of water in the trunk so you can wash off those sandy feet before you enter the car. There are parking lots that have feet wash stations, but guess what, those parking lots usually have sand in them! So it does no good. Change of clothes- How many times have you returned to your car only to have 5 semi-wet people climbing in? With a quick change of clothes kept in the trunk, nothing more than some athletic shorts Chairs- For those who prefer to be on the beach just not ON the beach, a beach chair is a great companion. Radio- A good way to drown out those annoying beach neighbors of yours, is the helpful little companion known as the radio. Whether it’s an ipod stereo or just a classic little boom box, the radio lightens the mood of the whole party. Just remember to be respectful of your neighbors. Lots of Entertainment- Bring footballs, bocce balls, Frisbees and any other game activities the whole family can enjoy. A family that plays together, stays together. Book or Magazine- Maybe a reference guide on what kind of shells there are? Or if you just want to relax, bring some light reading material. First Aid Kit- It’s always best to keep a little first aid kit either in your car or with you at the beach. You’ll be surprised at how handy that will be. Binoculars- Often there are times where you are on the beach looking out toward the ocean and someone asks you “what is that?” pointing to a small blip in the distance. How nice would it be to be able to tell them? Well with a cheap pair of binoculars, you could tell them. Flip-flops- Flip-flops are vital for that transition from the hot sand to the not as hot sand as you trek towards that watery abyss. Bring them and you won’t regret it. It’s never fun to remove shoes and then try to put them back on with sandy wet feet. Sunglasses- Now this may seem like a no-brainer, but to those who don’t wear sunglasses regularly, you may forget this handy little item. So the next time you go to the beach, make a list check it twice, and live beach day like it’s your last! Of course, don’t forget, we have great rates on both North Myrtle Beach rentals and condos in Myrtle Beach as well for your vacation, so be sure to book your favorite spot in the sun! Similar Blog Posts Top 14 Fun & Funny Beach Photos Myrtle Beach Condo Rentals: Oceanfront vs Ocean View Buying a Home? Check out the North Myrtle Beach area Six Myrtle Beach websites you may not know about
Yea I like the jug of water idea! Especially in myrtle beach. No matter what you do, you always have sand on your feet when you get back to your car… this way you can just sit in the car and wash them off right there…. gotta say, much easier than vacuuming…
ohhhhhhhh yea i love the breezy winds makes me fell like im in paradise. Don’t forget to use a beach bag!
I love the whistle idea! My husband and I have three children and two of them brought friends. This whistle idea was amazing! Every time that either my husband or I blew the whistle, they were right by our side!
Great ideas but try out having baby powder in your car to take off the sand sticking to your feet.just rub a little on your legs and wam!no water in your car or sand residue! Also bring a visor or nice beach hat. Nothing is worse than a burning face. Although the cure is simply some plain yogurt:). Trust me.experience goes a long way:).
Actually gracieee, 9 times out of 10, if there is an outdoor shower, you better believe there is still quite a bit of sand on the ground(even in the parking lot) between the shower and your car.
A hat. No matter how much sunscreen you use, you can never cover your face skin enough. Who wants to look 60 when they are only 28?
what about hand sanitizer? People bring food, all that activity is bound to make u hungry, but if you’ve been in the water, u wanna sanitize those hands before u have your beach picnic!
Hey guys it is a lot of great ideas to do so i said to myself hmmmmm…maybe i will take the kids to the park they all said no so i said will maybe i will take you all to the BEACH they said oh yeah.so than we get to the car in it is 2:00 pm so then they said lets go in get some swimming suit so we went to old navy. then we was on our way to the beach.
hair ties, soap and hair conditioner (if there is a shower. Your hair isn’t ‘dirty’ but it’s ‘sand-man on the scalp’ if you want to feel refreshed on your ride out, it helps. Love love love the powder suggestion! It really does work great! Talk to the children about going to a life-guard if they get lost. It will save you heart failure. Bring your smile and have a great time!
How about a beach umbrealla??? I’m going to the beach tomorrow and I bought a big nautica umbrella thats big enough for both our beach chairs to fit under. It brings a long pole to stick it in the ground and has a sleeve it fits into that has a shoulder strap. Nice!!!! Only $25 at Sams club. Definitely my new favorite beach accessory.
A sweater is a great thing to have at the beach. Just a big hoodie incase it gets cold in the evening or you need to warm up after swimming!
how annoying would that whistle be for other people trying to enjoy a trip to the beach! please limit its use and consider others
Yeah deb youre right. That would be s annoying. Youre sitting on the beach relaxing and all of a sudden your neighbour blows a whistle and a group of kids come running towards you, spraying water and sand everywhere. A better idea, dont let your kids wander the beach by them selves and always have an eye on them.
