mecllap
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Some August tips:
Everyone should have a bandanna -- re-wet it every so often and wear it around your neck, wipe off your face, etc.
I like a plain bandanna better than those gummy neckwraps, that cost a lot more. You can make small icepacks with ziplock bags to chill it as well.
Extra dollar-store ponchos -- some Augusts you need one every day. It will rain, but usually showers don't last terribly long (but if your shoes get wet, it can make you miserable -- I personally can't handle wearing sandals or crocs all day, but some people can).
Small fold-up umbrella -- be careful with it and considerate of others, but it's helpful in both rain and sun.
Spray bottles, especially for the kids - with the rule that they can only spray other people with permission. DGS even sprays water into his mouth, which helps keep him hydrated, and he's always looking for a water fountain to refill it (helpful for me, because they're always by a restroom, which I need much too often!).
Sunscreen, and reapply it to face, ears and shoulders during the day.
Comfy footwear (and carry blister first aid) -- using Glide-on/Bodyglide (get it from a running store) on your feet and inner thighs can be helpful (some people say that deodorant/antiperspirant works as well).
Stay hydrated and fed -- being hot, tired and hungry is a near-deadly combination.
Don't try to do everything -- take advantage of shade and evening hours (which can also be hot).
Relax, plan ahead, be flexible and have fun!
Everyone should have a bandanna -- re-wet it every so often and wear it around your neck, wipe off your face, etc.
I like a plain bandanna better than those gummy neckwraps, that cost a lot more. You can make small icepacks with ziplock bags to chill it as well.
Extra dollar-store ponchos -- some Augusts you need one every day. It will rain, but usually showers don't last terribly long (but if your shoes get wet, it can make you miserable -- I personally can't handle wearing sandals or crocs all day, but some people can).
Small fold-up umbrella -- be careful with it and considerate of others, but it's helpful in both rain and sun.
Spray bottles, especially for the kids - with the rule that they can only spray other people with permission. DGS even sprays water into his mouth, which helps keep him hydrated, and he's always looking for a water fountain to refill it (helpful for me, because they're always by a restroom, which I need much too often!).
Sunscreen, and reapply it to face, ears and shoulders during the day.
Comfy footwear (and carry blister first aid) -- using Glide-on/Bodyglide (get it from a running store) on your feet and inner thighs can be helpful (some people say that deodorant/antiperspirant works as well).
Stay hydrated and fed -- being hot, tired and hungry is a near-deadly combination.
Don't try to do everything -- take advantage of shade and evening hours (which can also be hot).
Relax, plan ahead, be flexible and have fun!
