How to Have a Green Picnic

Whether you are looking to fill a few hours on a summer afternoon or planning an all day outdoor adventure, a green picnic is a healthy and environmentally friendly meal choice. The ideal green picnic combines healthy food choices and ingredients, a fun location and a selection of earth friendly picnic products. These elements create an exciting excursion for a group or an intimate gathering for a few close friends.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

1. Choose a reusable picnic basket. Consider packing your cloth grocery bags with food items or try an old fashion picnic basket.

2. Pack organic food. Farmers grow organic food to be healthier to eat than other foods, which also makes it better for the earth and the environment.

3. Include whole foods. Whole fruits, vegetables and other similar foods do not require additional packaging in order to stay fresh.

4. Use recycled or recyclable picnic products. Consider biodegradable dishes and utensils and cloth napkins. Utilize recyclable foil or plastic containers instead of sandwich bags.

5. Find a great picnic site. The best green sites are easy to get to by walking, hiking or taking public transportation.

6. Take your waste with you. The garbage from your picnic is not a natural part of the picnic site.

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure to pack the sunscreen and bug repellent. The best green options will have all natural ingredients.

• Buy your food locally to cut down on fuel and energy use.

• Do not disturb the wildlife at your picnic site, or gather flowers and plants.