The Canadian Summer Starter Pack
The heatwave hit southwestern Ontario HARD this week and we can’t stop thinking about summer essentials to keep us cool and our kids entertained. We have rounded up our favourite summer items to make it the most memorable one yet.
STAYING COOL
The best part about summer is getting to be outside where the sun is shining from 6 am- 9pm. But the sun is hot so we rounded up our favourite items for keeping you in the Sade and sun-safe.
Hats - the cutest options from Jan and Juul for the kids, + a Bassdash hat for the adults
Sunscreen - we love everything from Attitude
Sunglasses - Clearly.ca has prescription options too!
Beach Umbrellas - Canadian Tire with the classic Hudson’s Bay stripes
BACKYARD ESSENTIALS
Muskoka Chairs -The Muskoka Chair Company
Cooler - we love everything from The Chilly Moose.
Picnic Blankets/Towels - Pokoloko is even having a sale right now!
Bocce - a classic.
Cornhole - Canadian-made!
Pickleball Sets - Six Zero has everything you need.
BUG SEASON SURVIVAL
Bug Spray - of course. We love the smell of OFF’s family option.
After-Bite Relief - Shoosha’s Anti-Itch Balm is our favourite and all-natural! Save with BYTHENORTH15.
Mosquito repellers including citronella candles, sprays or even electronic devices
FOR PARENTS
Reusable Water Balloons - these are the best!!!!! Use them over and over and over again.
Upgrade your water table with FIZZ + BUBBLES. All of Loot’s products are natural so there’s no worry about it pouring into your grass. You can save 15% with code: BYTHENORTHMEDIA.
Lawn-Mower Bubble Machine. This one makes 5000 bubbles per MINUTE!
Sidewalk Chalk - Crayola Canada is our favourite.
Water Table and Kiddie Pools - Canadian Tire has great options.
Get your shopping done now so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the summer.
Enjoy!
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