This polyester blanket won’t get soggy on dewy grass and folds up into an easy tote ($19.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond, 1932 Broadway, at 65th St.; 917-441-9391).
Put a pound of ground chuck into the slider maker, press down with the cutter, and you have nine perfect sliders ($14.99 for two at Gracious Home, 766 Sixth Ave., at 25th St.; 212-414-5710).
For pets on the road, bring sturdy, disposable Slurpabowls; each holds two cups of food or water and can be used about three times ($9.99 for a six-pack at the Container Store, 725 Lexington Ave., at 58th St.; 212-366-4200).