Australia is a land of outdoorsy folk and big appetites, which come together to mean one thing: this is the ultimate land of picnics. Considering the fact that our country has some of the most amazing outdoor panoramas on the planet, which attract droves of tourists to every corner of our country each year, the propensity we Aussies have for a good outdoor picnic is only that much more reinforced.
As a tribute to this national fascination with the perfect picnic, here we'll put forth the basic ingredients list for the ideal picnic to be enjoyed with family, friends, or any company at all really.
Firstly, a picnic requires a nice location: there is just simply no way to create a memorable picnic if the venue isn't up to snuff, so assure yourself to pick out an imposing and impressive place to pitch your tent and have some fun. Without a doubt this is one of the easiest items on the picnic checklist, what with all the naturally glorious destinations that abound in our nation.
Next up on the list is what to eat: after all, a picnic implies filling bellies, or at least that's what it ought to imply. One traditional and classic option is simply to put together some sandwiches and other such fingerfood items and cram them all into a basket or a cooler, as the food requires, which is perfectly acceptable and is sure to put smiles on people's faces if done properly. Otherwise, there is always the option of packing a portable grill into the back of your vehicle along with a little charcoal and preparing some steaks and shrimp on the traditional Aussie barbie--sure to provoke serious appetites and put gigantic grins on participants' faces.
Of course, any good picnic requires some element of physical activity, so be sure to pack a football, frisbee, rugby, or cricket bat and ball. After all, with sandwiches or-even more so-some meat on the grill awaiting you, you will want to be sure to build up your appetite beforehand with plenty of physical exercise.
Next, in a country with as much viticulture as ours, it's a perfectly good idea to pack a bottle or two of wine into your picnic basket. Whereas a picnic on a relatively cool day will oblige you to bring along a comforting and filling wine such as a Pinot Noir, a picnic on a scorching summer day will be simply begging you to pack a chilled white wine like a Chardonnay.
Finally, any good picnic requires a good amount of protection from the sun and the elements. While bringing a bottle of sunscreen is in order, there are better ways to find some refuge from the relentless southern sun and further natural conditions, such as with a quality Marquees.
These instant outdoor shelters come in many different varieties, many of which require minimal effort in order to erect them. They not only protect against the sun but furthermore against the wind and even water, depending on the weather that besets your picnic. With rugged walls and roofing made from durable PVC and equally tough aluminum frames and nylon brackets, these Marquees will offer countless years of protection. With capacity for several picnickers, they can be erected in no time at all--about a minute to be precise. And thanks to their clever telescopic legs and easily fold-able design, they can be quickly and tidily squeezed into a carrier bag, guaranteeing total convenience in use.
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