Uses for Reusable Bags

1) Grocery Shopping: This is the most popular and most environmentally beneficial use for the bags. Reusable bags typically carry more than plastic bags, are easier to carry, and avoid all the negative environmental issues associated with producing, using, and trashing plastic bags.

2) Trips to the beach or pool: Reusable shopping bags are great for summer trips to the pool or beach. They're plenty big to hold a couple towels, some sunscreen, a book or two, and perhaps a Frisbee or shovel for making sand castles. They're washable, so there's no need to worry about them getting dirty, and the durable fabric is sure to last for many years.

3) Family Day Trips: Reusable bags are the perfect companion for a family day trip such as a day at a festival or community event. They're big enough to carry some snacks, a couple of the kids favorite toys, a small blanket to sit on, and anything else you might need. Plus, the long handles make them convenient to carry over your shoulder. The durable fabric is sure to withstand the abuse of being dropped on the ground, and no matter how dirty they get, they can be washed and reused next time.

The list could go on and on. The truth is that a lot of eco-friendly products like reusable bags are very versatile. They can be used at the mall during back to school shopping or to carry dessert to the pot-luck you have on Friday night.

So, just in case you're not convinced to start using reusable bags strictly for their environmental benefits, keep in mind that they'll come in handy every day, not just the days that you go to the grocery store.