Beach Accessories, Holidays & Gift Ideas, Portable Fun, Shade Solutions

Escaping Winter? Don’t Forget the Necessities

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Warm Weather Holidays

For many families, the idea of spending the cold winter months at home fighting holiday traffic and shopping center mobs is not the best way to enjoy the season.  Escaping the madness can make for happier holidays — no holiday parties, no baking marathons, no throwing money down the drain on gifts for people you hardly know… So, if you are in the “let’s just get away” camp, then why not escape to someplace warm and sandy?

Before you leave town, make your list and check it twice so that once you get to your sunny destination, you can unpack and unwind right away.  Here are a few necessities you won’t want to forget:

1.  Beach chairs

Recline Backpack Chair

2.  Fair-weather family-friendly outdoor games

Portopong Floating Pong Table

3.  A portable grill for cooking up money-saving and delicious meals

Portable Gas and Charcoal Grills

4.  A portable shade canopy to keep you cool on those hot, sunny days on the beach

Portable Pop Up Canopy - Navy

When you bring along these necessities, plus your sunblock, swim suits, and sunglasses, there’s nothing else you’ll need to have the happiest holiday ever.  Bon voyage!

Environmentally Friendly Ideas, Holidays & Gift Ideas, Outdoor Living Spaces

A Greener Approach to Gift Giving

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Environmentally Unfriendly Gift Wrapping

If you or someone you love is conscious about environmental issues, then gift giving times can be less than joyful occasions. Wrapping paper, ribbons, packaging materials, and even the gift itself often demonstrate our wasteful tendencies when it comes to giving gifts. Being more environmentally considerate about what we give as gifts and how we present those gifts can go a long way to show our loved ones that we care about them as well as about the environment.

One unique gift ideathat is itself environmentally friendly and that would also appeal to anyone who loves to spend timeEarth Friendly Hammock Swing relaxing is a recycled rope hammock swing.  A hammock swing is a gift idea that is rarely considered, but it’s one that many people would love to receive. Unlike a traditional hammock, a hammock swing allows you to sit up comfortably and enjoy reading a book, having a conversation, or just taking in the surroundings. Hammock swings can be constructed from weather-resistant outdoor fabrics or woven with rope materials, but the most environmentally friendly hammock swing is one whose ropes are made from 100% recycled polyester fibers. These ropes are extremely durable and resistant to harsh weather, but they are also soft to the touch like cotton.

While you may not want to install a hammock swing gift before presenting it to your loved one, you can add value to the gift by installing it yourself once a location is chosen, or you can hire an installer to do the work. No wrapping is necessary for a hammock swing, but tying a reusable decorative fabric bow around the gift before you present it can provide a festive touch.

Holidays & Gift Ideas, Innovative Solutions

Rocket Roast Your Turkey!

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Turkey Rocket Roaster
Looking for a new way to cook your turkey this holiday season? Try the Turkey Rocket Roaster. This Dutch oven style roaster uses charcoal for cooking and flavor, but is much easier than a grill for prepping a whole turkey. This type of cooking costs 2/3 less than comparable gas and oil cookers. The roasting chamber is large enough to cook a 14 pound turkey in about 2-1/2 hours, but is also great for ribs, pork, seafood, vegetables, and more! You will get a tender, juicy turkey or chicken with maximum flavor in a short time. Great for holidays, camping trips, cookouts, and more.

Holidays & Gift Ideas, Innovative Solutions, Portable Fun

Smart Solution: Handy Helper for On the Go Cargo

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Folding Utility Wagon

How many trips does it take you to get all of your gear from the car to your destination?  If you consistently return to your vehicle more than once to unload cargo, then it’s time to consider bringing along a handy helper.  Whether you’re a parent, a coach, an avid shopper, or a business person who needs supplies and samples always at hand, you can save yourself time, as well as headaches, back aches, and shoulder strain, by loading your belongings into a sturdy folding utility wagon.

The On the Edge Folding Utility Wagon is lightweight, but it’s constructed with solid metal which makes it durable, strong, and able to support up to 150 pounds of groceries, baby gear, garden supplies, sports equipment, and anything else you need to haul.  The wheel base is made with durable steel wheels and real rubber tires for a smooth ride over a variety of surfaces.  The handle is extra long, which prevents the wagon from tipping over and makes quick turns easier to manage.  The wagon is also designed with a no-pinch ball joint in the handle that keeps fingers from getting pinched, a must for protecting the fingers of little helpers who insist upon pulling, too.  The best part is that this utility wagon folds to a mere 8 inches thick, leaving lots of room in the trunk of your car.

No matter what kind of cargo you need to transport, the amount of time and effort required to move it all from point A to point B can be significantly decreased with a handy helper like the On the Edge Folding Utility Wagon.  For anyone who could use a few extra hands, it’s a smart solution.

Outdoor Entertaining

Fire Table Elegance and Function

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Catalina Fire Table
Style and function very rarely come together they way they do in the beautiful Catalina Fire Table. Handcrafted from slate and completed with a powder coated metal base, it is a beautiful addition to any porch, patio, or outdoor area. The fire bowl itself is made of spun aluminum and the versatile design can be powered with a propane tank or gas line. The included fitted cover converts this piece into a regular table. It is like getting two tables for the price of one! Lava rocks are included. You can replace them with sand or fire glass. Made in the USA, you know that you are getting great craftsmanship as well as a gorgeous, cozy gathering spot for entertaining and relaxing.