- Go all-in. Dipping one toe in at a time is a loosing bet. Our northern friends might think this water is a warm tepid pool, but to us thin-blooded Floridians it's going to feel ice cold. Just for a moment though. Once you get your whole body into the water, it feels refreshing.
- Bring bug-repellent. I went au naturale without any sunscreen or bug repellent. And at the end of the day I thought, "hey, I didn't get a burn!" But I did get bit.
- Guard your picnic from intelligent hungry creatures such as raccoons, squirrels and bears. They may look cute, but don't be tempted.
- Pack a large blanket for lounging and napping under the trees. Also a good brain-candy kind of book or magazine. Happy napping!
- Pack a picnic basket full of snacks. My personal favorite is frozen grapes because they're a light and healthy refreshing treat.
- Bring plenty of bottled water, but leave your flask at home. Yes, yes, I know. How can you have a picnic without a good bottle of wine. Well folks, in the State Parks its against the law. So if you must have your vino ... don't get caught with it.
- During the summer, most parks are open until 8:00 p.m. So, make a whole day of it, and expand that picnic basket to a barbecue. Most of the springs have grills ready to go. Just remember to bring all of the appropriate accoutrements such as coal, tin foil, tongs and your favorite sauce.
- If you go to Kelly Park/Rock Springs, rent a tough tire tube from Rock Springs Bar & Grill. I've tried the store-bought floating tubes and rafts and they're just not as strong and buoyant. Plus, there are "rocks" at rock springs and they could tear easily. Plus, save your breath from having to blow them up.
- Wear water shoes such as Crocs, Keens or any type of diving slipper. The floor of the springs are usually rocky and uneven. This will help protect your feet and keep you standing up instead of sliding down.
- Don't forget to take your cell phone out of your pocket. Trust me on this one.
--Rachelle
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