8 Picnic Essentials

Before you set up your picnic feast, be sure to lay out a cozy blanket for you and your friends to relax on. Picnic Time Striped Blanket Tote, $26, available at Kohl's.

Make sure your picnic feast arrives fresh and ready to enjoy by packing it all up inside a handy cooler! Igloo 26-Quart Wheeled Cooler with Zippered Lid, $40, available at Lowe's .

Disposable plates and utensils are covenient for picnics, but not at the expense of the planet. Go the eco-friendly route and opt for compostable plates and utensils instead! World Centric Compostable Utensils - Assorted 24-pack, $3, available at Lucky Vitamin; World Centric Compostable Plates, 20-pack, $8, available at Amazon .

What's a picnic without a little wine? Toast to the good times and eliminate the danger of broken wine glasses with this travel-friendly alternative. govino Stemless Shatterproof Wine Glasses, $13, available at Wine Enthusiast.

Don't pack that bottle of wine without packing a bottle opener! Oggi 3-Piece Wine Bottle Opener Set, $25, available at Amazon.

There's nothing like a good game of bocce ball or ring toss on a picnic day, so don't forget to bring some extra entertainment for friends and family! Trademark Games Bocce Ball Set with Nylon Bag, 9 Piece Set, $35, available at Walmart .

Get the party started with some good tunes and set the soundtrack for your day of picnicking at the park with a portable radio. Sony Portable Dock, $80, available at Target .

After the last piece of fresh fruit has been noshed and the last bit of wine has been poured, be sure to clean up any leftover messes and disposables by placing everything in trash bags. Hefty Renew Recycled Kitchen & Trash Bags, 33 Gallon, 20 Ct., $9, available at Walmart .