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I LOVE fall and I LOVE weekends! And there is nothing more enjoyable than a Fall Weekend, unless its a fall weekend with a little adventure too! With my husband on the road full time and home on random days of the week, I covet those perfect fall weekends and a chance for adventure with my love. Since those weekends are rare, I am ALWAYS adventure read for the moment he says “lets go”! So Today I’m sharing 5 tips for always being fall adventure ready!
1. Have an “Adventure Go Bag”.
It might seem silly… but around here its made getting out the door for those last minute adventures quick and easy! I have a small duffle bag that is dedicated to these random and unexpected adventures and always gets put away in the same spot. That way I always know exactly where it is! I also keep a first aid kit, bug spray, extra band aids, kleenex, glasses wipes and a little cash in a separate zippy that stays in this duffle.
2. Prepare for all types of weather.
Right now, in Texas, its still quite hot during the day… but as soon as the sun goes down the temperature started to DROP! So I always like to have at least a hoodie and a pair of jeans, plus some socks and running shoes. I also have a picnic blanket and cozy scarf packed as well… just in case!
3. Bring Healthy Snacks!
Healthy snacks that are easy to grab, like my favorite Emerald® Nut Canisters and Breakfast On the Go!™ Nutty Bites – these pack a lot of protein and flavor in a small package! I usually also grab some sort of sweet treat and a couple bottles of water. I tend to over pack when it comes to the snacks. I’d rather have too much, than not enough!
4. Bring a Book.
Sometimes our fall adventure is just a trip to the lake for a few hours of relaxing or fishing. Well, at least the Hubs is into the fishing part. I’ll be on my picnic blanket under a shade tree reading, #ThankYouVeryMuch. Sometimes I’ll grab a magazine and catch up on the latest trends, or I’ll bring a notebook and brain dump!
5. Leave the Gadgets behind!
With the exception of a digital camera, we make a point to leave our gadgets and tech at home. And phones stay in the truck once we arrive at our destination! There is nothing quite as “warm and fuzzy” as an actual conversation with someone you love! I’m not always a fan of the no gadget rule… I am a blogger after all!, but sometimes its the best thing I can do for my marriage and for my sanity 🙂
And there you have it! 5 tips for being adventure ready this fall!
Are you planning on having some adventures this fall? What is your best adventure ready tip?
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Alicia says
September 3, 2015 at 9:33 amI love the leave the gadgets behind idea 😉
Stephanie says
September 3, 2015 at 9:50 amThanks for sharing the tips- I am always up for a fall adventure!
Taylor @ Pink Heels Pink Truck says
September 3, 2015 at 10:05 amThese are great fall adventure tips!!
Suzanna @ One Hoolie Mama says
September 3, 2015 at 10:17 amWe had a “go bag” for our summer adventures with sunscreen, bathing suits, etc., but I hadn’t thought of packing one for fall adventures. These are great tips!
Mary La Fornara (@itsaboutpretty) says
September 3, 2015 at 10:40 amI love an adventure in the Fall! Thank you for sharing your tips, I will be using several.
beckysbestbites says
September 3, 2015 at 11:53 amI can’t wait for it to cool down here so we can have some fall adventures!! I love Emerald nuts…in fact there are some in my desk drawer right now 🙂
makeupobsessedmom says
September 3, 2015 at 1:00 pmIf only that part about leaving gadgets behind could happen more often in this day and age. I keep the 100 calorie almond packets in my purse for when I know we’ll be out for a while and might need a snack. Stacie xo
Cameron Proffitt says
September 3, 2015 at 3:36 pmThis is so smart! I think leaving gadgets behind should happen more often in general. We are so glued to our devices! Everyone should definitely go on a Fall adventure this year. 🙂
Cameron Proffitt
Cynthia @craftoflaughter says
September 3, 2015 at 4:10 pmI love fall too! I love your idea of an adventure bag!
Amanda says
September 3, 2015 at 4:26 pmI love Fall and all of the fun we have-apple picking, hiking, exploring the Fall foliage…so fun. Your bag tips are great for a busy family like mine.
Wendy says
September 3, 2015 at 4:41 pmLove the fall. October is my favorite month. Can’t wait to have some day trips to the orchards and the pumpkin patch of course!
Liz Mays says
September 3, 2015 at 4:45 pmThese are some great ideas. I wouldn’t mind kicking off fall with a family trip with plenty of relaxation and time for quiet reading.
coolchillmom says
September 3, 2015 at 5:31 pmThe best tip has to be leaving the gadgets behind!! Our fall weather is really around January, so I am bookmarking this for then 🙂
Kristen Kelly says
September 3, 2015 at 7:13 pmDefinitely like the idea of leaving the gadgets behind! Being prepared for all types of weather is important too. Here in Ohio it changes every day!
tammileetips says
September 3, 2015 at 8:47 pmWe are always looking for adventures!!! I am guilty of taking my phone though, I love to instagram while we are exploring!
Mary Edwards says
September 3, 2015 at 9:38 pmThese are such great tips. I love to go on adventures, especially in the fall!
Angelic Sinova says
September 3, 2015 at 9:57 pmI LOVE Fall! The weather, getting to wear comfy sweaters, it’s just the perfect season! This fall I’m so excited about my trip to Disneyland this October <3
Tyra says
September 3, 2015 at 11:30 pmI really need to make sure that I disconnect sometimes. And a good picnic or snacks is such a great way to do so.
martsvalenzuela says
September 4, 2015 at 2:04 amLeave the gadgets behind! Yay! I agree. Sometimes being preoccupied with our gadgets makes us miss the great sights around us 🙂
Rachel Mouton says
September 4, 2015 at 4:56 amI am so ready for a fall adventure!
Fi Ní Neachtáin says
September 4, 2015 at 5:27 amAn ‘adventure go bag’ is a really sweet idea. I should pack one up and keep it in the car for all of our spur of the moment adventures this autumn 🙂
Pierced Wonderings says
September 4, 2015 at 5:43 amGreat ideas! I love having an adventure bag at the ready!
katehardin says
September 4, 2015 at 7:59 pmSnack and a book are all I need. Now the toddler is another story she needs everything and the kitchen sink lol. Great Tips for being ready for adventure this fall!
Bonnie @ wemake7 says
September 5, 2015 at 7:51 amWhat a cool post. I really love the adventure bag idea. I have got to make one of those.
Melissa D says
September 5, 2015 at 4:48 pmFall is my favorite season; I am SO ready for some adventures! Love these tips. 🙂
Nickida says
September 7, 2015 at 12:17 pmGreat tips for kicking off fall. For me kicking off fall means getting ready for lots of baking. Any adventure I would plan would be based on this.
Bridget A (cheekymommaof2) says
September 7, 2015 at 3:58 pmGreat tips for Fall, we love our fall adventures!
Winter White says
September 8, 2015 at 6:42 pmGReat tips! I especially love the bag tip. I always have an overnight bag packed so that I can be ready in the event that something exciteing happens
Janell Poulette says
September 8, 2015 at 7:07 pmI can’t wait for Fall! We will be bring these with us on our adventures.
Theresa says
September 10, 2015 at 1:34 pmI am so excited for fall to arrive. The scents and colors are great! We’ll definitely be prepared with some Emerald Nuts too!
Janell Poulette says
September 12, 2015 at 8:49 pmI am so excited about Fall! This is my first year in a state that actually has all 4 seasons.
Shawna Elkins says
September 14, 2015 at 7:26 amMy family loves their Cinnamon Pecan flavor Nutty Bites and the Deluxe mixed nuts. So much easier to grab and go in the mornings.
melissak3 says
September 30, 2015 at 5:20 pmWhat a great idea.. I think my family needs a fall adventure. Good thing I have some emerald nuts in the house as they are our favorite snack