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<\/a><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong>Summer Picnics\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Warm weather, good friends and a patriotic theme are the only ingredients you need to have a fun summer picnic or neighborhood celebration.<\/p>\n As you plan a patriotic picnic<\/a> or organize your neighborhood block party<\/a>, keep safety in mind so everyone enjoys the fun in the sun.<\/p>\n Keep food cool when the temperature rises, and don’t let perishable items sit out more than one to two hours. Check out other food safety tips<\/a>.\u00a0 Remember to provide plenty of fluids all day and remind guests to stay hydrated.\u00a0 Also, bring bug spray and a basic first-aid kit with adhesive bandages, antiseptic, aspirin or ibuprofen, sun screen and other first-aid essentials.<\/p>\n Have a towel and wet cloth handy for any person who may become overwhelmed by the heat and need cooling down.<\/p>\n Try to create shade with pavilions, umbrella\u2019s or other uses of shade items.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget the camera to document this event for preservation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThis post is sponsored by:<\/h4>\n