It's summertime! And the first long weekend (for Canadians) kicks off at 5pm today (and earlier for the lucky ones...!).

We know more than a few of you will be hitting a beach this weekend, so we curated our 8 Beach Bag Essentials!

Everything is either sustainably sourced and/or ethically made with organic, paraben-free ingredients. Enjoy!

Nothing is better than a good summer read, and we're pro sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lipbalm), and hydration when at the beach. Since, I'm addicted to my iPhone, this protective, waterproof cover will keep it drive and sand-free.

So tell us, What are your 8 Beach Bag Essentials?

Leave us a comment or post them to us on our Facebook page.