What to Bring to the Beach

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[00:00:00.00] A woman wearing an L.L.Bean baseball cap, a light orange long-sleeved shirt and carrying a tote bag on her shoulder walks across grassland.

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[00:00:00.12] Hi. I'm Stephanie. And as far as my family and I are concerned, beach days are the best days. But if there's one thing I've learned, it's that if you aren't prepared, a day at the beach is, well, no day at the beach. Today I'm going to show you what to pack for the beach so you can enjoy the right amount of sun, sand, and, of course, snacks at your next outing. Let's hit it.

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[00:00:22.47] From behind, she walks to a sandy area with water in the distance. Text, L.L.Bean. What to bring to the beach. Graphic of a person standing on a paddle board on water, with a towel, chair and beach umbrella on the sand, with sun and clouds above.

[00:00:27.50] The tote bag with the words The Basics embroidered on it sits next to Stephanie, who sits cross-legged on a towel.

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[00:00:29.43] For easily transporting everything from your car to the beach, a good beach bag is a must-have. I like to use a tote because they're tough, easy to carry, and they fit a bunch of stuff. If you have a big family or a bunch of stuff to bring, one tip is to use a collapsible wagon.

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[00:00:45.01] Another Stephanie approaches pulling a collapsible wagon filled with items.

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[00:00:45.33] Simply load it up with all your goodies and wheel it down to your favorite spot on the sand. One of the most important things to bring to the beach is sunscreen. Make sure yours has a good SPF count. The American Academy of Dermatologists recommends at least 30 SPF. And don't forget to reapply.

[00:01:02.28] A pair of sunglasses to protect those precious peepers of yours and hide from that pesky beach paparazzi.

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[00:01:09.02] She raises her arms to shield her as a man with a camera kneels nearby, looks forward and waves. She lowers her sunglasses, looks at him and waves back.

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[00:01:11.52] A hat to keep your head safe from the sun. Sandals or shoes for taking trips on the hot sand. Beach towels, big, soft, and essential. Lay them down to soak up some sun. Use them as a wrap to stay cool or keep them handy to dry off after taking a dip.

[00:01:29.07] Set up your beach space in style with a blanket.

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[00:01:32.07] She holds up a folded blanket with the L.L.Bean logo. The other Stephanie lays out a blanket next to her, brushes sand off and gives her two thumbs ups.

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[00:01:32.13] This gives you a spacious sand-free comfort zone for you and all your stuff.

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[00:01:37.08] She holds up an L.L.Bean water bottle.

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[00:01:37.56] Water. Staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do at the beach. Make sure to bring plenty of water or other hydrating refreshments. Take a seat. No, really. Blankets and towels are fine for sitting on the sand, but me, I like to bring a good beach chair. It's way more comfortable to sit, eat, read, or people watch.

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[00:02:00.40] The other Stephanie brings a beach chair, opens it and places it on the blanket facing the seated Stephanie, smiles and nods.

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[00:02:03.88] Sunscreen may be your primary defense against UV rays, but these cool breathable clothes have SPF protection built right in. Think of it as instant sunscreen you don't have to keep applying.

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[00:02:14.86] She appears under a tall white beach umbrella.

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[00:02:15.13] One way to beat the heat is to bring the shade. And since we're short on shady trees around here, bringing a sun umbrella is the best way to keep cool and out of the sun. Or out of sun shelter. They're

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[00:02:24.94] A light blue L.L.Bean sun tent appears with an open front and a cooler inside. Text, Sunbuster Folding Shelter.

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[00:02:25.21] light, easy to set up, and provide all the shade you need on the sunniest of days.

[00:02:29.56] For an instant refresh that doesn't require you getting out of your seat, bring a small spray bottle full of cold water. Add a drop or two of essential oils for an extra layer of reinvigoration. Sometimes the best way to beat the heat is to avoid going to the beach during the hottest parts of the day. Depending on the weather or location, the beach usually starts heating up around noon and gets its hottest temps around 3:00 PM.

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[00:02:53.83] The words The Sand written in the sand and outlined.

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[00:02:55.31] Sand sticks to everything. Well, almost everything. Cornstarch is actually a great way to remove sand from your skin and in between your fingers and toes. Just apply and wipe off with ease.

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[00:03:08.96] She sprinkles some on sand on her foot and towels it off.

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[00:03:10.19] Bringing a fitted sheet to the beach is another smart way to keep the sand out. Since the corners already naturally lift, all you have to do is add weighted objects to each corner, like a beach bag, to spread it out. This creates a nifty pocket of space you can hang out in sand-free.

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[00:03:25.43] The other Stephanie pushes a cooler into the corner of a fitted sheet and reclines back.

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[00:03:25.88] Hate sandy bags?

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[00:03:26.99] She holds a tote bag up upside down and sand pours out.

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[00:03:27.05] One trick is to bring a mesh bag to keep sand from getting all over your stuff. This

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[00:03:31.02] The other Stephanie approaches, holds up a mesh bag, gestures toward it, smiles and nods.

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[00:03:31.25] is also a handy way to hold your beach toys. When it's time to clean, just dip the bag in water and let it air dry. Stock boogie boards to make a makeshift table to keep things off the sand.

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[00:03:41.17] The other Stephanie demonstrates.

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[00:03:41.39] Plus, the cool foam material serves as a suitable seat when the sand gets hot. And of course, let's not forget the fun. Bring sand toys like shovels, buckets, or these sand molds from L.L.Bean so kids and adults can make an epic sandcastle. You can even use this mold in the winter when it snows. That's right, Ralph.

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[00:04:01.02] She holds up a sand mold of a creature's head. Text bubble, Who's Ralph? My name's Nessie.

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[00:04:03.47] Don't have one of our insulated totes? Be a lot cooler if you did.

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[00:04:07.79] The other Stephanie plays drums on two upside down buckets and a Frisbee cymbal.

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[00:04:08.27] A cooler is a great way to bring refrigerated drinks and snacks and allows you to plan more specific meals for your personal tastes.

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[00:04:15.05] Text, Cooler or Insulated Tote. She zips up a tote. She holds up a plastic food organizer with nine compartments.

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[00:04:15.32] Adding different snacks to the different compartments of an organizer, like a taco box or a bento box, is a clever way to bring you a variety of treats. As for what kind of food to bring, some of my go-to snacks for the beach are apples with cinnamon, grapes, and since mama needs her coffee, an insulated mug.

[00:04:32.33] I love birds, but beach seagulls will take food right out of your bag if not properly stored or left alone. To keep birds at bay, keep food safely stored in a closed bag or cooler.

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[00:04:42.88] Text, Sealable Bags or Containers.

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[00:04:43.67] Or if you speak seagull, you could always try to reason with them. Hey, seagull. Seagull. That's not a seagull. Instead of ice or ice packs, freeze water bottles. That way, you have more space for treats. Plus, leave a few bottles out and you'll have some icy cold water to enjoy.

[00:05:02.99] With a little preparation and the right essentials, you can experience just the right amount of sun and sand to make your beach day the best it can be and you'll be snacking like a pro. Be sure to like and subscribe for more how-to videos like this. If you have your own beach tips to share, add them to the comments below. For more outdoor tips and inspiration, go to L.L.Bean.com/outside. It's time to take a dip.

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[00:05:28.66] She gets up, takes a towel and runs toward the water. The tote bag sits on the towel and seagulls fly in the background. The surf laps up to the sand. Low hills rise in the background.