Outdoor living: Make the most of solar energy and portable power whether you’re at home or away this summer


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If you often start the year by planning to do more things outdoors but never quite get round to it, then perhaps it’s time to reassess. While there’s no escaping responsibilities and daily demands, it’s important to get away mentally at least – and physically if possible – in whatever way you can.
Picnics and barbecues
And whether that means simply firing up the barbecue and relaxing in the garden or packing up a car or picnic bag and getting out in nature, spending time outside is proven to have a host of wellbeing benefits.
There are plenty of magazines and websites full of ideas if you need some inspiration plus a growing outdoor activity market to take care of your equipment needs from charcoal to camping gear.


Access to outdoor power
Whether staying at home, travelling locally or heading further afield, one of the top considerations for any outdoor enthusiast is having easy access to a reliable power supply. After all, activities are much more fun if you can capture images on a fully-charged camera and plug in a tablet or coffee-maker to enhance the experience.
Just imagine enjoying the sights and sounds of the countryside, exploring rugged coastlines or taking a woodland walk without the frustration of losing power when you want to use an electronic device.
Cutting-edge solutions
With a reputation for providing smart solutions for outdoor living, Jackery offers a host of cutting-edge products to keep you firmly connected when you’re out and about.
Items from its award-winning Explorer Plus range are ideally suited to trips and activities both near and far and this month you’ll find some items on special offer as part of the Amazon Prime Day promotion.
Flexible charging
The Explorer 300 Plus, is a portable power station that makes light work of charging several devices at once and comes with the added advantage of smart app control.
It’s designed to give users ultimate flexibility by offering different options for charging. It can be connected to a USB, a wall or vehicle socket and even a Jackery SolarSaga panel to tap into emission-free solar power.


Small and powerful
With a capacity of 288watt-hours, it’s the ideal companion for distant excursions off grid but is equally at home in a back garden or local beauty spot.
A smaller alternative is the Explorer 100 Plus. This palm-sized device has a 99 watt-hour capacity to efficiently charge smartphones, cameras and laptops making it ultra convenient to both use and transport.
Recharging takes just a few hours via a wall socket or 40w mini solar panel, making it a great choice for any outdoor activity.
You can save money on Jackery products this month during the Prime Day promotion so visit https://www.amazon.co.uk/jackery to bag a bargain and make the most of outdoors spaces at your leisure.