When is the perfect time to start planning your beach getaway? Now!
Planning ahead for your beach trip is key. Let us help you plan your trip to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach with Leave Only Footprints in mind. These five things will be beneficial for your getaway and will help you to be environmentally friendly.
Shade
Bring shade with you. Large umbrellas stored in bags with handles are easy to carry and provide shade from the sun while on the beach.
Chairs
Bringing foldable chairs that are easy to carry to and from the beach each day is important since you will not be able to leave items overnight. Chairs with a backpack component are great. Beach blankets, sheets and towels to lay down on the sand are also practical and easy to pack.
Coolers
A long day on the beach should always include drinks and snacks. A cooler with large wheels allows easy rolling on the sand. Freeze food and drinks to use as ice packs that keep items cold.
Drinkware
Bring sustainable, insulated drinkware to the beach with you. These are a better, more environmentally friendly option than disposable bottles or cans. If you do bring disposables, please discard them in the recycling bins located at the end of most boardwalks.
Wagons
Wagons with large wheels to cut through the sand are a great way to carry your beach supplies. They make it easy to pack everything up and make sure you don’t accidentally drop items on the beach.
Remember that leaving gear on the beach is prohibited in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Make sure you take all your belongings with you when you are finished for the day. While carrying all your items to and from the beach, always use the boardwalks and designated walkways.
