By Rachel Wumkes
There is simply nothing better than a day at the beach. Your
toes in the water, the blazing-hot sun beating down from
a cloudless sky. Casting every care in the World away and
living in the moment, enjoying everything the beauty of
Clear Lake has to offer.
To ensure the utmost perfection for your day of frolicking
along the beaches of Clear Lake, we’ve compiled a list of
items one “must have” from our local stores.
SNACKS
You’re guaranteed to get hungry at some point, so be
sure to pack an adequate number of goodies to satisfy
those munchies throughout the day. Simply Nourished
and K&B Emporium have fantastic grab ‘n go items.
Randy’s Neighborhood Market, as well as Fareway and
Louie’s also have an abundance of options.
FISHING GEAR
Clear Lake is known for being one of the best fishing
destinations in the Midwest. Stock up on fishing poles,
accessories, and bait at Clear Lake Bait & Tackle, located
along Highway 18. As a bonus, their staff is uberknowledgeable
about where the best bite is happening!
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SWIMSUITS/COVER-UPS
Alas, as there are no nude beaches in Clear Lake, all
beachgoers must be properly covered. Check out
Unique Boutique or The Funky Zebras for all your
swimming attire needs.
EVERYTHING “BEACHY”
No beach visit is complete without all the proper gear,
and Larson’s Mercantile can hook you up. Floaties,
sunscreen, sand toys, beach towels, sunscreen, water
guns – they have all the things for beach day fun in
downtown Clear Lake. Be sure to stop in and stock up!
THE NEED FOR SPEED
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of whipping across
the water on a wave runner! Stop into Clear Lake Boats
and check out their various rentals to satisfy your need
for speed on the water. Or give Jake a call at Lake Time
Boat Club and let them take the hassle out of your
boating weekend at the Lake.
LIFE IN THE SLOW LANE
If you prefer a lazier, more relaxing day on the Lake,
check out Movement Solutions! They have boats,
kayaks, stand up paddle boards and more to ensure you
have the most fun out on the water. Or, if you prefer
solid ground, they carry campers to rent, bikes, and
other various outdoor equipment!
QUENCH YOUR THIRST
You are in luck, as Clear Lake is home to Iowa’s fastest
growing craft beer brewery. Stop into the taphouse at
Lake Time Brewery or grab a six-pack to go. The cool,
refreshing taste of barley and hops is sure to make your
taste buds dance.
Don’t let the sweet days of summertime pass you by in a
blur, be sure to take time and enjoy everything the beautiful
beaches of Clear Lake have to offer.
BEACH DAYS
BEST DAYS
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