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The Splash List: Pool and Beach Essentials
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items Summer is here and the pools are open - you know what I'm talkin' bout Coloradans! We head back to Florida every year to visit family at the beach, and my teens are hanging out at the community pool non-stop at home. Here is all the gear we actually ...
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Snack storage and Hydration
Floats and toys
Sun Care and Towels
Snack storage and Hydration
These items will help keep your snacks and drinks cool and organized!
Teen girl loves taking this adorable personal cooler to hold a few drinks and snacks when she heads to the pool with friends
4 Cans/3.1 qt Soft Sided Personal - Sun Squad™
This RTIC cooler is great when we're going to the pool or beach together! And it fold flat for storage. I can even pack it in our suitcase when we travel to Florida, so we don't have to worry about finding a cooler when we get there and head to the b...
RTIC Outdoors 15 Cans/ 13.3qt Everyday Cooler - Rosewood
This version of the collapsible RTIC cooler is fantastic for when we spend the day at the reservoir.
RTIC Outdoors 40 Cans/ 35qt Everyday Wheeled Cooler - Black
If you want to spend a little more, the Ninja Frost vault looks amazing! Features a cold dry zone for food, and a cooler on top for drinks. Perfect for my husband and I when we head out for an evening paddle boarding at the reservoir.
Ninja Outdoor FrostVault Go 24 Can Backpack Soft
Owala is still holding on tight to the top spot of teen girl's list of favorite water bottles. And yes - we definitely have favorites.
Owala 24 fl oz FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle
I'm still partial to Simple Modern tumblers, but I did pick up this Owala Tumbler to try out. I do like that the base is a little fuller, because the Simple Modern tend to wiggle around in my car cup holder
Owala 30 fl oz Stainless Steel FreeSip Sway Water Bottle
CWC Snack Boxes have been a staple in our house for years. I love that this newer version has lids for the individual compartments!
Cook With Color 8-Compartment Snackle Box
You can also pick up a CWC snack box with an ice pack!
COOK WITH COLOR Snack Container with Ice Pack
Floats and toys
Whether you want to tan or play, these items are sure to deliver a great time.
Do the teens still love shooting each other with water? Yes, yes they do. And are things cuter when they're a mini version? Yes, yes they are.
5pk Mini Water Blasters - Sun Squad™
The teen girl informed me that her preferred method of tanning was while floating in the pool. Which is better with this float. Such a hard life she lives.
Inflatable Suntanning Float - Sun Squad™: PVC Pool Lounger for Ages 6+
Teen girl informed me this float would be acceptable for tanning too.
Chaise Lounge Solid Water Floats and Inflatables Pool Lounger - Sun Squad™ New Palm
Teen boy and friends like to throw a ball around at the beach and pool. This one is giving 90s vibes, and I'm here for it.
Football 5.5'' Solid Novelty Float - Sun Squad™
If you're not partial to mini versions of things like me, this Xshot water blaster is a great alternative!
XSHOT Water Foam Blaster Single Splash Toy
A simple inner tube is teen boys preference! This style usually lasts him the whole summer.
36'' Pool Tube with Handles - Blue - Sun Squad™
Both teen boy and girl love water skipping balls and discs! These are fun for all ages!
Joyfy 4 Pcs Skip Water Balls, Splash Water Bouncing Balls
I always bring one of these Velcro Catch sets with us when we go to the beach or reservoir. This fun, and inexpensive toy has been entertaining kids of all ages for decades!
Velcro Catch Game Badminton Set 3pc - Sun Squad™
So my teens still occasionally like to play with dive toys, especially when we're at the pool with friends who have younger kids. I think these translucent sand dollar dive toys will be fun for them!
Translucent Dive Toys, Set of 4
Sun Care and Towels
Keep yourself dry and protected from the sun
We are fans of an XL towel. Bonus points for being reversible, bright, and fun!
XL Reversible Towel Pink/Yellow - Sun Squad™
Whether you're a mile high in Colorado, or sea level in Florida - Don't forget your sunscreen! SPF 70 - 6.5oz: Sun Protection for Face, Whole Body & Neck, PABA-Free
Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray
Both teens have pretty sensitive skin. We've found this works well for them!
Neutrogena Clear Face Liquid Sunscreen Lotion - 3 fl oz
Yes, we use sunscreen, but we also like a tanning spray. SPF 15 - 8 fl oz: Tropical Scent, Whole Body Application
Hawaiian Tropic Tanning Oil Pump Spray