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1. An oversized beach towel, because you can never have too many towels and if you're laying out on the lawn, it's a great way to avoid grass stains and dirt getting all over.
2. A JBL GO2 waterproof, portable, Bluetooth speaker that'll bring the beats (for up to five hours) whether you're at the beach, in the backyard, lounging poolside, or taking a shower.
3. A Coleman 40-quart wheeled cooler which can hold up to 59 cans. Guess if you buy five 12-packs (that's 60 cans), they assume you're going to keep one in your hand (or in one of the cup holders molded into the lid). The folks at Coleman really thought of everything!
4. A three-speed, foldable, rechargeable, handheld misting fan with a multi-color nightlight for cooling you down while simulating a refreshing ocean spray (not the cranberry juice).
5. A set of four flickering-flame, solar-powered torch lights that eliminate the need for citronella-scented fuel and stay lit up to 12 hours during the summer (while charging all day in the hot sun).
6. A rectangular UV-blocking sun-shade, because just like at the beach, you're going to need to create your own shade spot if you want to spend all day there.
7. A pair of thin, flexible, lightweight Hari Mari "Fields" sandals that don't flip or flop when it comes to comfort or support for your bare feet.
8. An alloy-steel framed, foldable AmazonBasics "Zero Gravity" lounge beach chair to get cozy and comfortable wherever you set yourself down, be it sand, grass, dirt, or gravel.
9. An octagonal wooden sandbox that's really for the kids, but what better way to actually bring the beach home to feel the sand in your toes without making a huge mess in the process? (Sand not included).
10. A set of Pro Kadima beach paddles, which might actually be easier to play in the backyard because it's so easy to lose the one ball in the sand or the ocean.
11. A large, water-resistant, quick-dry, sand-free beach blanket that'll fit four to seven adults and stay put when it gets windy thanks to the six ground stakes and five sand pockets. Works just the same on grass or dirt making ideal for camping too.
12. A portable Big Red Rooster 6 Sound white noise machine (with more than 15,000 reviews on Amazon) to pump out soothing ocean noises for that complete aural beach experience. Then take it inside for bedtime and have a good night's sleep.
13. A portable beach umbrella with carry-bag, because the best way to beat the heat, either at the beach or in your backyard, is to block out the sun. Also comes in handy when one of those quick summer storms rolls right through.
14. A 12-pack of inflatable beach balls for batting around some beachy-fun. And if you're reminded of the dreaded Apple "spinning color wheel of death" then you might be getting too much sun.
15. A pair of polarized Randolph aviator sunglasses with a subtle blue iridescence that somehow feel even lighter than they look but still get the job done when blocking out that blistering sun.
16. A 5-foot-tall inflatable palm tree cooler for some fun faux-foliage, which won't necessarily offer you any shade but it will keep your drinks nice and cool.
17. A bottle of Supergoop! PLAY SPF 50 antioxidant-infused body mist containing vitamin C, green tea, and acai extracts that's water- and sweat-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
18. A vegan-friendly, paraffin- and cruelty-free "Seaside and Storm" soy candle with a reusable amber jar to give your nose just a hint of beachiness no matter how far you are from all that sand and water.
19. A volleyball and badminton combo set which includes a regulation size nylon net, steel poles, stakes, four racquets, three shuttlecocks, one volleyball, and a carrying case. If only it came with a referee to explain all the rules!
20. A 24-pack of ocean animal toys that make for some unexpectedly fun decorations for the adults and some cheap distractions for the kids. Calling that narwhal right now!
21. A waterproof, weather-resistant, and easy-to-clean aluminum folding table so you've always got a place to put your drinks, food, sunscreen, phone, or whatever you don't want touching sand, dirt, or water.
See, you really can take the beach home with you (and not track sand everywhere).
