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1. A strawberry donut pool float that is pure motivation on its own to coat yourself with sunscreen and go chill in the water (or just have fun with a deliciously Instaworthy photo shoot in the park).
2. Or a too-cute monstera leaf-print inflatable sunning pool if you know going to an actual pool isn't something you'll do as often as you'd like, but you want to make the most of every single warm sunny day ahead of you.
3. A extra deep 26-inch fire pit so even after the sun sets, you have the perfect reason to spend even more time relaxing under the wide open sky.
4. And a set of six marshmallow (or hot dog!) roasting sticks — they telescope all the way out to 34 inches for campfire time then collapse to 10 inches to store neatly away.
5. A top-rated collapsible camp chair that comes complete with a four-can cooler pouch on one side and mesh storage pockets on the other, so where ever you happen to be hanging out, you'll know your back will stay nice and happy.
6. Or a set of two zero-gravity chairs perfect for stationing on your back patio or porch because they adjust to a full reclining position so you genuinely feel supported and relaxed from head to toe. (Plus they have handy trays to hold your drink and snacks!)
You can sit upright in them too, of course! A few reviewers mention that if you leave them in the rain, they'll rust, so you might want to cover them or just stash them in the garage if your local weather forecaster predicts rain.
Promising review: "They are cleverly designed to accommodate every body position from sitting to reclining. The construction is solid, and the mesh fabric is comfortable, especially in hot weather. It's easy to get in and out of them, and the front bottom cross-brace makes a great foot rest. They are easy to fold, store and unfold, and the cup/magazine tray is clever, handy, and easy to put on and take off. The have an adjustable pillow, so you don't need any other pads or pillows to use them. There are knobs on each side to lock the lounge-recline in position. If there is a shortcoming, it's that the position locks don't stay locked well if you move around a lot, but this is a minor problem. They are fantastic!" —James A.
Get the set of two from Amazon for $124.99.
7. An oversized Yardzee and Farkle set because it'll get everyone off their phone and interacting without requiring anyone to get up from their chair for more than the few seconds it'll take to pick up the giant dice.
8. A set of sexy anti-chafe lace bands — they'll let you both wear that dress you l-o-v-e *and* walk up, down, and all around the streets of your favorite city without having to worry about your thighs rubbing together one bit.
9. Or an anti-friction stick so you can apply it anywhere you know you're prone to chafing and blisters before you head out for whatever adventure (or work) your outdoor day has in store.
10. A double hammock made of lightweight nylon ideal for peaceful afternoons reading under the trees and gentle nights sleeping under the stars, whether you're at your favorite campsite or just in your backyard.
11. An electric power washer because all your outdoor surfaces and furniture just plain get dirty over the years, and sometimes there's nothing more satisfying than to taking a weekend afternoon to blast off all the gunk.
12. A splash pad: just hook up the hose on a hot day, and watch both kiddos and (chill) dogs alike delight in the shallow water and fountain-like circle of spray.
13. A pair of quad roller skates because why walk when you can roll? Practice making laps around your neighborhood and dancing, turning, gliding, and spinning in your driveway, then take 'em on the road to your favorite park, boardwalk, or outdoor rink for weekend after weekend of fun in the sun.
14. The classic, incredibly durable, BPA-free, quart-size Nalgene water bottles — they really need no introduction. You can basically drop them down the side of a cliff and they'll stay perfectly intact. And they fit enough water in 'em that whatever you get up to outside, you won't have to continually seek out refills.
15. A huge 100-quart cooler if you want to keep a bunch of drink options around — it basically has superpowers, because it can keep ice from melting for *days* even while it sits in the direct sun (in temps up to 90 degrees).
16. Or a smaller soft cooler that'll keep everything nice and chilled for a picnic in the grass or a day at the beach.
17. Insect repellent made with Picaridin instead of DEET, which means it works to repel biting flies as well as mosquitos — as well as ticks, chiggers, and gnats.
18. And a box of mosquito-repellent incense sticks you can deploy as the front lines of your anti-blood-sucker defenses, because each stick repels the nasty things within a 12 foot radius and for up to two and a half hours. Space a few out, and you'll be set.
19. A cantilever patio umbrella to cast all the shade you need exactly where you need it, because you love enjoying a beautiful day but need to get the bright, hot sun out of your eyes.
20. And a battery-powered umbrella light that'll help keep the chatter, games, and fun flowing even after the sun's set. As the days get hotter, sometimes the evenings are the best times to be out!
21. A waterproof pouch so you can take your phone swimming, fishing, beaching, tubing, rafting, kayaking, and kiddie pool-ing without worrying about it for one second, even if you don't have one of the fancy water resistant versions.
22. A UPF (~ultraviolet~ protection factor) 50 wide-brim straw hat so whatever you do and wherever you go, you can bring your own shade with you.
23. Or a satin-lined baseball cap that'll both help prevent frizz *and* breakage in natural curly hair, even if you wear it on the beach for 12 hours straight.
24. A bottle of the cult-favorite Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen because no matter what season it happens to be, if you're going to spend the day outdoors you've gotta wear facial sunscreen at the very least — and reapply as needed. So you might as well opt for one that's basically weightless, completely clear, and makeup-friendly.
25. Or if your day out involves time playing in the ocean, a fragrance-free broad-spectrum mineral sunscreen so you can enjoy every moment without having to worry your sun protection will harm coral, fishies, whales, or other marine life.
26. A long-sleeved rash guard top and high-waisted bottom swimsuit because the more skin you have covered by actual clothes, the less sunscreen you have to apply...and reapply...and reapply...at all. (Plus it's just downright cute!!)
27. A lightweight wind-inflated lounger just like the ones you've seen at parks, beaches, and music festivals for the past few years. Yes, you may have to spend a few moments running around to fill it with air, but then you get to spend the rest of your day chilling like you're still on your living room couch...except you're also enjoying the gorgeous weather.
28. A 4-foot-by-4-foot garden bed designed for growing tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, herbs, and so much more. When this arrives, you can spend the entire day putting your garden together, then have the perfect excuse to head outside for many days after to tend your plant babies.
29. A pair of polarized sunglasses to seriously reduce glare and protect your eyes from harmful UV rays, whether you're boating, swimming, walking, or just chilling in your backyard.
30. A hammock chair that doesn't take up much space, but still lets you stretch out and get your lounging on, so you can bring a little piece of the beach to your own backyard.
31. The Extreme Outdoors Edition of a game called "Throw Throw Burrito" where you get to literally throw three-foot-tall inflatable burritos (!!) at your opponents! Yes it's a card game, but it's a card game you're definitely going to want to play outdoors where you don't risk shattering any of the precious heirloom porcelain.
32. Or Beat That!, a game with 160 ridiculously silly challenges that can just as easily be played outdoors or in, and either way will keep you laughing and trying harder than you'd ever thought possible to do things like stack five dice on top of each other with your hands stuck in plastic cups.
33. A extra durable pool if you know your pups (and/or rambunctious kiddos!) are going to need somewhere to cool down periodically from playtime. (Especially when you basically mandate that everyone's spending the whole day out of the house, screen-free.)
34. A set of four outdoor drink stakes so whether you end up sitting in a camp chair, a lounge-y patio chair, or even a hammock, you'll know your current bev of choice is both easily within arm's reach *and* somewhat insulated from ants, the scourge of many a springtime picnic.
35. A pack of vented wine covers because every wine lover knows the sinking-in-your-stomach feeling when you're enjoying the warm weather only to see a fly (and fruit flies especially) floating belly-up in your freshly poured glass of red. Why, nature, why?? At least we've out-smarted the pests with these weighted, easy-use lids that still let your wine breathe.
36. An outdoor kitchen prep station that'll make serving up al-fresco-made breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks a little bit easier, because it's counter-height (unlike your patio table) and super simple to clean thanks to the stainless-steel top.
You, the moment the weather turns nice and the weekend rolls around:
