Getting outside with the kids or family this spring break is easier than ever! With a few of these must-have items for spring you will be out and on the go in no time, enjoying the warm weather, sunny skies, and all-around great atmosphere after the cold and dreary days of winter. Head to the beach, the pool, the park, or even the hiking trails where you can breathe in the fresh air, get a bit of exercise, and enjoy the spectacular blooms and new beginnings of Spring. Kick back, relax, and check out these 21 must-have items for your outdoor springtime adventures!
21 Must-Have Items for Getting Outside This Season
Colugo
As the gorgeous spring weather begins, so does getting outside for walks around the neighborhood, trips to the park, shopping adventures, and hopefully some travel. The newest member of your family won’t slow you down this spring with The Complete Stroller by Colugo. The Complete Stroller is available in 4 colors: olive, black floral, black, and navy. A limited-time color option is available in the silver sparkle if you are looking to add a little wow factor. Colugo offers a 100-day satisfaction guarantee with their strollers that allows the customer to purchase, use, and return if not completely happy with their Colugo stroller purchase. The only thing better than a 100-day satisfaction guarantee is how quick and easy the assembly is and the smooth ride you and your little are in for this season with The Complete Stroller.
Colugo’s The Complete Stroller is infant-friendly which is perfect for growing with your spring bundle of joy. Another amazing feature Colugo offers is the compatibility for car seat adapters to their strollers with brands such as Chicco, Clek, Cybex, Maxi Cosi, and Nuna. The Complete Stroller uses all-wheel suspension and shock absorption which translates to your precious cargo getting a smooth and easy ride every time. The Complete Stroller features a large basket with 3 pockets that can carry up to 22 pounds underneath the carriage. This is a must-have as we all know our littlest and biggest kids always seem to bring stuff that needs a place to be stashed. The Complete Stroller includes a lightweight and durable rain cover that slips on easily and makes getting outside on rainy days a little less dreary.
The real gems that The Complete Stroller by Colugo has to offer are the forward or rear-facing seat options. It is as simple as unlatching, turning, and re-latching the seat back into place. The forward-facing option gives your curious kiddo a chance to interact, explore, and see the world. Although the convenience of being able to use the rear-facing option allows a parent to easily feed their toddler or keep them close when trying to avoid people in crowds when getting outside. Safety is an important aspect of Colugo products and The Complete Stroller includes a 5-point harness with a magnetic buckle that makes it easy to use. When out on an adventure and your little one falls asleep, The Complete Stroller reclines to a 175-degree position with the pull of a button, so your child no longer has to sleep sitting up, head tilted to the side, and you wondering how they can sleep like that!
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A must-have is the addition of a diaper tote by Colugo into your daily expeditions. Colugo’s Diaper Totes come in three colors: black, olive, and wild child. The Diaper Tote features 2 exterior zippered pockets and a convenient cross-body strap. As beautiful as these diaper totes are from the outside, it is the inside that makes them truly special. Each bag comes with an inspirational message on the interior and there are 6 interior pockets to help keep your hectic life somewhat organized. Colugo’s Diaper Totes include a detachable insulated bottle holder and the bag itself fits perfectly into the stroller basket. However, the most amazing feature is that the interior is WATERPROOF and WIPEABLE! All parents will appreciate this feature alone.
Colugo offers 3 Pack Bib Sets that your little eater will adore. Three different options are available which are the Classic Pack, the Picnic Pack, and the Rainbow Pack. The 3-pack bibs by Colugo are stylish, trendy, and fashionable and compliment any outfit. Each bib is made from 100 % organic cotton, is OEKO-TEX Certified, and is machine washable. These bibs are perfect for getting outside this spring.
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The Complete Stroller | The Bib – 3 Pack | The Diaper Tote – Wild Child
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Orca
This spring and summer whether you are headed out on the water or just getting outside, the Orca Walker Tote Softside Cooler is a must-have! Perfect for carrying all the snacks, cans, and even wine bottles, this soft side cooler features an easy-open magnetic split handle, a waterproof zipper, a heavy-duty exterior with fully insulated interior walls, and a comfortable padded shoulder strap. When it comes to getting outside and keeping your food and drinks cold and fresh, Orca is a trusted brand that will get you outdoors and into nature this spring and summer no matter where you are going. From the farmers market to the baseball tournament to your summer vacation destination, the Orca Walker Tote Softside cooler is versatile and durable, making it easy to take with you and convenient to have available for everyday use.
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Orca Walker Tote
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Someone Somewhere
Feeling adventurous, as if you could just pack a bag and head out the door, riding the tails of the wind? Someone Somewhere knows that feeling, and has the perfect item to make getting outside easy to accomplish with their new Expand Bag.
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Available in a variety of colors, the Expand Bag can collapse and expand to fit your day-to-day needs, between 3 to 6 gallons worth! Padded straps, laptop protection, and even a hidden pocket make heading out for the weekend a no-brainer. Fit your entire life (including 3 days worth of clothing) into this backpack and see where your adventure takes you!
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Expand Bag
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Someone Somewhere | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
Cowin
Bluetooth headphones are the future, this we know. So it’s a good thing that Cowin Apex Elite Bluetooth headphones are noise cancelling, comfortable, and fitted headphones that are designed to immerse you completely into your music or calls. With a six hour battery life and active noise cancellation technology, Cowin Apex Elite headphones are the perfect, cost effective way of zoning out and staying focused.
High quality design matched with high quality sound and audio, they are lightweight and ergonomically designed to be worn for long periods of time without fatigue. Tune out and enjoy because they make the perfect spring time accessory for tuning out the negative noise that doesn’t serve your higher purpose!
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Cowin Apex Elite
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Cowin | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube | Pinterest
Welly
Warmer weather has arrived and so have the bumps, scrapes, and cuts from all the outdoor adventures that your family is sure to have this season. The Welly company has parents covered this season with all your first aid needs. Welly bandages use premium materials that seal, protect, and get you back into action so your adventures don’t have to stop. Welly offers Bravery Badges, Waterproof Bravery Badges, Face Savers & Thin Tin, and larger kits such as the Excursion Kit.
The Welly Excursion Kit is designed to give you easy access to everything you will need in a first aid kit. A Welly Excursion Kit includes the following: 10 cleansing wipes, 10 butterfly strips, 1 roll of tape, 8 nonstick pads, 1 vial of Ibuprofen, 72 standard fabric bandages, 54 small fabric bandages, 6 large bandages, 18 waterproof bandages, 10 Triple Antibiotic packets, and 10 Hydrocortisone packets. This kit is ideal for around the home, in cars, and excellent for travel. Every Welly Excursion Kit features a sturdy metal tin to keep all your first aid items together. Not only is it functional, but the bandage designs are fun, colorful, and sure to make bumps and bruises a little less “ouchy”.
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If your adventurer finds themselves with a scrape or a cut during their outdoor journeys, then a Bravery Badge Tin is perfect for your needs. A Bravery Badge Tin by Welly is the perfect size for purses, diaper bags, book bags, and cars. Each metal Welly Bravery Badge Tin contains various size colorful bandages that are perfect for those times when your little gets a boo-boo.
Springtime means trips to the pool, lake, or beach where regular bandages won’t make the cut. Welly has you covered again with their Waterproof Bravery Badge Tins. This tin is the ideal size for those beach and pool bags and offers three different sized flexible patterned waterproof bandages. Don’t forget Welly’s Face Savers & Thin Tin that contains 72 transparent bandages that are made specifically to aid in the healing of blemishes. This spring, be sure Welly products are a part of all your family’s expeditions.
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Excursion Kit | Bravery Badges | Waterproof Bravery Badges | Face Saver & Thin Tin
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Welly | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest
HALOLife
Masks unfortunately aren’t going away anytime soon. So this Spring, why not upgrade the daily mask ritual with something more stylish and has all-day comfort to fit any active lifestyle? The Black Mesh Sport Mask w/ HALO Nanofilter™ Tech is a face mask with innovative features to take the mask-wearing up a notch. Designed with antibacterial and hypoallergenic soft moisture-wicking Bamboo material, this mask has a built-in chin strap providing an air-tight seal, even for those with facial hair.
Each mask also comes with replaceable latex nose pads to help prevent fogging and air leak, and 1 replaceable HALO Nanofilter™ good for 200+ hours. Keep the entire family safe, comfortable, and stylish with the range of Black Mesh Sport Masks from HALOLife.
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Black Mesh Sport Mask w/ HALO Nanofilter™ Tech
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Loop Experience Earplugs
Whether you’re heading to the beach, finally going to a live concert, or just planning on a week at home with the kids sans virtual learning for Spring Break, let’s be honest – if we plan to survive any of it, we’re going to need a moment of quiet. As such, Loop has your ears covered. Loop protects your ears against hearing loss damage, hearing loss, and all the loud things we all experience as moms.
Worn and praised by musicians (as well as anyone who regularly attends loud events), Loop Experience is perfect for those working from home and students who don’t necessarily need music blaring in their ear while they work. They’re also great for those on the spectrum or who experience sensory overload. Yes, you’ll still be able to hear the kids when they need you, and with crystal clarity, but any high-end noises are softened by the 20db of protection by combining an acoustic channel and filter for natural sound. Meanwhile, at night, reach for Loop Quiet. Similar to Experience, Quiet is ideal for sleeping as noise is softened by 30db. Both Experience and Quiet are washable and reusable and come with an extra set of ear tips and key fob carry-case.
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Experience | Quiet
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Loop Earplugs | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
BreakThrough Golf Technology
Playing golf is a fun, relaxing hobby for many people and a competitive sport for some others. Many serious players opt to invest in expensive putters when getting outside. BreakThrough Golf Technology is a golf company with state-of-the-art facilities located in Dallas, Texas, that utilizes the latest technology to develop and market the finest, most precise shafts available. The Blade Putter Headcover, “My Little Friend,” is designed with lots of personality for movie and golf lovers everywhere. The one-of-a-kind cover is based on the famous movie Scarface with the infamous line “Say Hello To My Little Friend.” The premium quality headcover is designed in the USA, made from vegan leather, has a heavy-duty magnetic closure to keep your putter safe, and can fit most style putters.
BreakThrough creates a variety of headcovers, making sure your investment is kept in a premium condition so you can bring your A-game to the course.
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Blade Putter Headcover, “My Little Friend”
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BreakThrough Golf Technology| Facebook | Instagram | Youtube
Ivory Paper Co
Whether you’re starting high school, planning a vacation, or planning your work schedule, it can be a daunting experience. One way to make your life easier and more organized is to have a great planner. The Ivory Paper Co’s mission is to keep people organized. You can create new goals and organize your thoughts with their collection of customizable and unique planners. The Ultimate Academic Planner has a beautiful Abstract Watercolor cover that will make you feel like you’re on a Caribbean vacation. This professional-grade planner is designed with a dual weekly layout, a horizontal format, a study box, and lines to write extras notes. Keep your busy life organized for vacations, school, and work with this versatile planner.
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The Ultimate Academic Planner
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Ivory Paper Co | Facebook | Instagram
PoolCandy
An inflatable chair is a perfect thing to take with you when headed to the beach, on a camping trip, or even when lounging by the pool. PoolCandy is a family-owned, friend-operated company headquartered in Miami, Florida, and established in 2009. Its mission is to innovate and entertain and build thousands of unique products. They are a fashion-forward toy development company that produces exclusive, premium quality, one-of-a-kind products.
The beautiful Air Candy Pink Glitter Inflatable Chair is a lightweight, easy to inflate chair and luxurious addition to any room. The 100% waterproof product is the perfect chair for indoor and outdoor use. It’s filled with holographic color-changing glitter that will bring color to your room and has a fantastic sparkle effect when taken into the sun. The portable chair includes AirCandy’s exclusive patent-pending attachment that allows inflation using a household hairdryer.
This fun, versatile inflatable chair adds style and comfort to your home. You’ll feel like you’re floating on air!
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Air Candy Pink Glitter Inflatable Chair
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PoolCandy | Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Pinterest
HydroJug
If you are planning on getting outside over spring break, don’t forget to stay hydrated. HydroJug has your water bottle needs covered, and then some! Ditch the disposable plastic bottle and make the switch to a Mint HydroJug. You’ll thirst no more with this giant, yet surprisingly lightweight, refillable half-gallon water bottle. With its BPA-free and dishwasher-safe plastic, and wide, easy-clean opening, your water bottle will always be fresh and full!
If you’re the type that’s always on the move, the Tie Dye Sleeve is the perfect accessory. The premium neoprene sleeve will insulate and reduce condensation on your Mint HydroJug, and look groovy while doing so. With its removable shoulder strap, and phone and accessory pockets, you’ll easily tote everything you need everywhere. Turn to HydroJug this spring break and stay cool and hydrated the smart, stylish way!
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Mint HydroJug | Tie Dye Sleeve
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HydroJug | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest | YouTube
Lava Lunch
After a long day of work, school, and traveling, we all like to sit down and have a hot meal. Lava Lunch is an innovative company founded by Melissa (momtrepreneur). Her mission is to provide families and individuals with high functional lunch totes that allow consumers to eat hot food making it more delicious. The insulated Lava Lunch Bag is the first hot and cold lunch box designed to keep your food hot and fresh for up to five hours. The patent-pending lava rock technology gets heated in a microwave and slowly releases the heat into the insulated compartment. It also has separately zippered compartments for hot and cold foods.
Every Lava Lunch Bag is free from phthalates, lead, BPA, PVC, and formaldehyde. The Lava Lunch Bag is perfect for camping, work, and school. You won’t want to leave home without this revolutionary lunch bag that keeps your delicious lunch fresh and hot!
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Lava Lunch Bag
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ECOlunchbox
Keeping your lunch safe and fresh is essential to protect your food from germs and enjoy a great meal! ECOlunchbox offers plastic-free food containers that are non-toxic and healthy for people as well as the planet. The Three-in-One Classic is a lunch box set that keeps a variety of food separate and keeps it organized and fresh. The versatile box is made from high quality, food-grade stainless steel and has a pullout container that can be used separately for traveling. The reusable lunch box is dishwasher safe and leakproof, making it ideal for travel, school, and work.
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Three-in-One Classic
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ECOlunchbox | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube | Pinterest
Yu-mn
Jumping ropes improve coordination, burn calories, and boost endurance. It’s the perfect workout tool that provides a low-impact cardiac workout and is highly portable, making it great for people on vacation who don’t want to interrupt their workout routine. Yu-mn is a company that creates premium-quality fitness products that sculpt, lift and tone your whole body. The sophisticated Smart Jump Rope can easily adjust to different heights and connects to the free Smart Rope App, which tracks your workouts, calories you have burnt and can be used anywhere. The brilliant Smart Rope App also allows you to challenge others to a jump rope competition. The sleek Smart Jump Rope is lightweight, compact, and will burn 400 calories in 15 minutes, making it an ideal gift for health-conscious individuals.
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Smart Jump Rope
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Yu-mn | Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Pinterest
BCA by Rebecca Virtue
Are the sun and sea calling your name? Grab your sunscreen and answer with BCA by Rebecca Virtue. This hot new swimwear line has just the right free-spirited vibe for the mom getting outside this spring!
The Women’s Tie Dye Ruched Bikini Top and Hipster Bikini Bottom are flirty, flattering, and fun. (Why should the kids get to have all the fun, right?) The halter top’s cross-back closure provides support, while shirred seams across the front add a touch of extra detail. The hipster bottom offers full coverage – and we especially love its super-sexy, corset-laced sides! This beautiful blue and lily watercolor swimsuit from BCA by Rebecca Virtue will be turning heads on the beach or boat this season!
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Women’s Tie Dye Ruched Bikini Top | Women’s Tie Dye Hipster Bikini Bottom
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BCA by Rebecca Virtue | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest
Enro
Heading out or back to the classroom couldn’t look cooler than with face masks from Enro. Both adults and kids can stay safe while rockin’ awesome solid colors or patterns like the Good Vibes Face Mask in ZigZag Rainbow or the Fairy Tale Face Mask in Stars. With so many colors and patterns from which to choose, Enro has one for every personality and style.
Engineered for comfort, safety, and durability, but also backed by science, it’s comforting to know these masks aren’t just cute to wear but are actually working with the advanced PM0.1 filter. The lightweight material is breathable, water-resistant, and easy to put on and wear all day with the simple, yet adjustable, ear loops. Stock up and keep safety fashionable.
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Good Vibes Face Mask in ZigZag Rainbow| Fairy Tale Face Mask in Stars
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Enro | Facebook | Instagram
Well Told Design
Spring break is almost here! Although, as a parent, it’s just not quite the same, is it? If you’re heading to the beach or cabin with kids in tow, pack a little something for the grown-ups to enjoy once everyone is snug in their beds. Don’t forget your College Town Maps Pocket Flask from Well Told Design.
Each six-ounce College Town Maps Pocket Flask is beautifully engraved with a detailed street map of the college town of your choice. Revisit key landmarks and reminisce about the good old days! It comes with a tiny funnel for no-spill filling, too. Whether you’re heading on vacation, to a family cookout, or to cheer on your college team, bring your favorite spirits along when getting outside with this trusty companion from Well Told Design!
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College Town Maps Pocket Flask
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Well Told Design | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
Infantino
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When considering what baby items to pack for a spring break getaway, most don’t think of bringing a play mat; however, bringing along a mat like the 3 Stage Above and Beyond Tummy Time Mat will be a lifesaver at some point. This interactive play mat will allow a break for you while also providing some entertainment for your little one. What makes this a great product for travel is its ultimate portability. It can be folded up compactly and even fit in a diaper bag. This mat includes sensory toys, prop-up bolsters, and a mirror.
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3 Stage Above and Beyond Tummy Time Mat
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Infantino | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube
PackIt
For many, packing your lunch bag the night before school or work is an easy way to save time during the morning rush. When it comes to choosing lunch bags for our busy lives, ensure the bag you select is insulated so your food stays fresh. PackIt bags are responsibly produced using independently tested food-safe, non-toxic materials. Their bags help reduce food waste and keep leftovers cool and saved for next time, helping you reduce your food waste footprint. The collapsible PackIt Freezable Hampton Lunch Bag is a shoulder tote lunch bag that is perfect for work, school, and traveling. The stylish lunch tote chills food and drinks for hours using PackIt’s patented cooling technology. The freezer gel is built right into the bag’s walls; flatten the lunch tote and place it in the freezer overnight. The roomy soft-sided lunch bag can fit a large meal, snack, and 12-ounce drink. It’s made from non-toxic poly canvas and has a food-safe, water-resistant lining.
PackIt’s everyday lunch bags appeal to adults and kids and come in various colors and shapes to fit every personality.
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Freezable Hampton Lunch Bag
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Lansinoh
Breast milk is the best natural food you can offer your newborn baby, providing the ideal nutrition that they need. However, any Mom knows that breastfeeding is not as straightforward as it may seem! Many new Moms need products that help with the breastfeeding process. Lansinoh is the trusted name that Mothers turn to for reliable, affordable breast pads, nipple cream, and pumps for over 35 years. The Nursie Nursing Pillow for Breastfeeding is a plush, comfortable pillow that allows mom to bring her baby up to the breast for nursing. The ergonomic design helps support and adequately position mom and baby, with the super-soft pillow sliding onto the arm rather than around the waist. The Nursie Pillow is portable, fits easily in a stroller, bag, or backpack, and is ideal for traveling. The Nursie is a must for every Mom to use at home or on the go!
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Nursie Nursing Pillow for Breastfeeding
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Lansinoh | Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Pinterest
Rainbow Shops
From sporty to fashionable, backpacks are a popular accessory for both function and aesthetic purposes. They’re easy to pack, effortless to carry, and can look great with any outfit. Rainbow Shops is a fashion retailer that offers affordable clothing, shoes, bags, accessories for women and kids. They have over 1,000 locations in the United States, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands.
The functional Double Zip Backpack is a stylish backpack that comes in blush and white. The super cute backpack features an adjustable strap that is 21 inches in length and offers abundant amounts of storage thanks to its double zip compartments. Rainbow makes sure their bags are as stylish and wearable as ever. Whether you’re gearing up for a hiking day trip or getting dressed for a day exploring the city, the Double Zip Backpack is the perfect bag.
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Double Zip Backpack
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Rainbow Shops| Facebook | Instagram | Snapchat
No matter where you are headed this Spring Break, even if it is right outside your door, check out any of these must haves for getting outside and on the move where you can breathe easy and soak up that coveted vitamin D. Kids and adults alike will enjoy getting outside in the warm sunshine and whether exercising, boogie boarding at the beach, or just going for a stroll around the neighborhood, good times and great fun can be had this breezy and beautiful time of year.
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