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Picnics are a fun way to bond with the family or to impress a date. You can enjoy nature while you eat what used to be nature. I'm a big fisherman, and I go to a lot of lakes. It always surprises me how much trash picnics seem to generate. Take a look in the those big, metal state park trash cans. They are always filled with greasy paper plates and soda bottles. I think there is a better way. Here are some tips.
How Often Are You Going to Use that Basket?
I'm not going to bag on picnic baskets, but if you are not an avid picnicker, you may not need to go out and buy something new. Ask yourself, will I use that basket more than once or twice a year, a decade, or a lifetime? Don't buy a picnic basket unless you really need it. Why not use a duffel, a backpack or a reusable shopping bag instead?
Bring Dishes
Skip the paper plates, plastic cups and disposable cutlery. Bring plates and dishes from home. I mean, why wouldn't you? You've already bought them. Don't waste your money on disposable dishes and don't waste period.
Farmer's Market
Buy locally grown organic food from the farmer's market. You'll be glad you did. You won't have to pick up gobs and gobs of trash after your meal.
Bring a Jug
Instead of bottled water, may I suggest filling up a jug that has a spigot on it? Bottled water creates waste. A jug is reusable, and you can make tea in it.
Don't Litter
It's a really obvious tip, but it should be mentioned. Recycle your recyclables and keep trash out of parks. Don't even throw fruit rinds on the ground. Take them home and compost them.
Only Eat in Picnic Areas
If you're in a state park or recreational area, please only eat in the designated areas. You may attract unwanted animals if you don't.
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