Spring sports season is here! Now is the time for moms and dads to pack the kids in the car and drive to the field for practices and games. We know how chaotic these days can be and want to make sure the entire family enjoys the season. Here are our top 10 essentials for sports season.
Top Ten Essentials:
- Insect Repellent: Where there are playing fields, there are biting insects. Be sure to apply prior to the game and re-apply as needed. A trusty DEET-free insect repellent like Natrapel will ensure a safer and more comfortable game.
- Insect Bite Treatment: Bites can cost a goal. Carry our little helper After Bite for relief from itchy bug bites. Your kids will be back in the game in no time.
- Bring Your Hat: If you’re on the sidelines, a brimmed hat will help protect from sun, weather and biting bugs.
- First Aid Kit: With the fun of sports season comes scratches, bumps and bruises. Be sure to have an Easy Care First Aid kit in the car. Organized with all of the supplies packed into injury-specific pouches and a handy quick-reference instruction sheet, anyone can quickly and confidently provide first aid.
- Umbrella: Keep an umbrella stored in the car for the spontaneous rainfall or windy day.
- Camp Chairs: Camp chairs are easily collapsible and make for comfortable sideline cheering. We like chair choices from Kelty.
- Toilet Paper: We’ve all been to that field port-o-potty that is out of toilet paper. Keep a stash in your car so there are no kiddo accidents on the field.
- Ziplock Bag: Muddy cleats be gone! Store post-game dirty cleats and socks in a Ziplock bag to keep the car clean.
- Sunscreen: When applying an insect repellent, remember to also apply sunscreen. Even on cloudy days!
- Water: Bring a re-usable bottle of water like these BPA-free stainless steel bottles from Klean Kanteen. Whether on the sidelines or in the game, hydration is important.