This Is Not Your Mama's Picnic Blanket

The picnic blanket has come a long way since we were kids. Families used to struggle to squeeze everyone onto a usually soggy, too-small piece of fabric, but not anymore. These days, multiple families can comfortably fit on a one big, quick-drying blanket that's perfect for picnics, camping, sports games or a days at the beach...

Folks, meet the XXL sand-proof outdoor blanket from Easy Snorkel. It expands to a giant 10 by 9.5 feet, but it compresses down to a compact 8 by 4-inch pouch. It's ultra lightweight but also super durable, so it won't rip or snag easily on sharp surfaces.

Dirt and sand don't stick to this blanket, either, so you don't end up bringing the great outdoors back inside with you. It features plenty of hidden pockets for all your valuables, plus four corner pockets you can fill with sand or dirt to anchor the blanket and prevent it from flying away.

When you're ready to pack up the fun, just fold the blanket up into the attached drawstring bag. It fits neatly into the compression sack and ends up being just slightly larger than a can of beer. Keep it in your bag, the back of your car or anywhere else you might be when you find yourself in need of some fun in the sun!

This family-size blanket comfortably seats up to 12 adults at once and is available in mint, blue/gray, coral/gray and mint/gray.

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Looking for great deals to get you outside? Here are 5 more of our picks to make next your picnic perfect.

#1 Beckworth & Co. SmartFold Picnic Basket

This insulated 32-liter picnic basket holds plenty of food, snacks, water and wine and features additional front pockets for extra convenient storage. It's lightweight, easy to clean and can also be used as a casserole carrier, farmer's market tote or grocery bag. The solid and durable frame makes it easy to carry, and when not in use, you can remove it for easy compact storage.

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#2 Brovino Silicone Wine Glasses (Set of 4)

These unbreakable, flexible, lightweight wine glasses are dishwasher-safe and BPA-free. They're portable, easy to pack and ideal for picnics, camping, pool parties and all kinds of outdoor activities.

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#3 Melange 6-Piece Melamine Dinner Plate Set

These colorful, shatterproof and chip-resistant plates are tough enough for all your outdoor adventures and classy enough to use indoors or out when you're back home. They're BPA-free, dishwasher safe and come with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee.

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#4 Sport-Brella Portable All-Weather and Sun Umbrella

This umbrella is easy to set up and features an 8-foot canopy that protects you and your loved ones from over 99.5 percent of UVA and UVB rays. It's durable, weather-resistant and water-repellent, so it keeps you comfy and dry rain or shine. Each portable umbrella kit includes an easy-carry bag, 8 steel ground stakes and three tie-down cords.

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#5 Overmont 3-in-1 Knife, Fork & Spoon

It's a fork, a spoon and a knife — all combined into one multifunctional eating utensil made of a lightweight titanium material that's scratch-resistant and easy to clean. It comes in an environmentally friendly box and makes a great gift for anyone who hikes, camps, travels or often eats outdoors.

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