5 Tips for Reading at the Park

Over these last couple of days in May, I plan to post some tips for reading in locations other than the comfort of your home. Some of these locations may be related to your home somehow, or close by, but hopefully these will help you out with reading in these locations.

For many of these reading locations, you can use any book format. However, I will note if there is a better book format to use in a specific location in that specific post.

Today's post will focus on 5 tips for reading at the park.

Tip 1: Bring headphones, earphones, or ear plugs with you.

You don't have to listen to background noise (music, show, etc.) in the background as you read at the park. But having something to cover/plug your ears with can help you focus on the book more rather than what's going on around you. Using headphones, earphones, or ear plugs will help you tune out excess noise.

Tip 2: If it's sunny and/or warm, find a shady area to sit and read.

Finding a shady area to sit and read when it's sunny can help prevent the sun glaring off the pages of your books. And if it's a warm day, the shade can bring needed coolness as you read.

Tip 3: If you're going to a park with no picnic tables or benches, bring a blanket or chair.

Yes, we may all love sitting directly on the grass from time to time. However, if you plan to stay and read for an extended length of time, having a blanket or chair can help prevent grass stains. It can also be more comfortable.

Tip 4: Have water and snacks.

You can have another drink, like coffee or tea, but make sure to have some water on hand. This way, you can stay hydrated while you read. Having snacks can help you as well depending on what time of the day it is and when you eat.

Tip 5: Set a time limit on your time reading in the park.

I included this tip because Covid's still going around. To stay safe, you may not want to be sitting at a park, even with your mask on the entire time, for one or more hours. So give yourself a time limit for how long you'll stay at the park and read.