Tips about Mousecellaneous and Sun & Heat Tips

(Epcot's) Club Cool (formerly Ice Station Cool). Need I say more? - Peevergo1

The CamelBak hydration backpack is a backpack with a water bladder inside. Bikers use them when hitting the road or backwoods trails to carry cold refreshing water with them. They come in various sizes and shapes and some also have cargo compartments for storing other essential items (sunscreen, etc.). Just fill it with ice and water before heading to the park and you can sip on it all day long. Use it up and just refill it at the park. Extra benefit for the person carrying it, they get a nice cool sensation on their back. - Rich Mellon

I purchased a collapsible travel umbrella. I made sure that I purchased one that was a light color -- black would not do! It folds to a compact 9 inches long, 2 inches wide and fits easily into any purse or backpack. As soon as I was in the heat I opened the umbrella and it worked wonders. You should have seen the people staring at me. I think I could have sold it for much more than I paid! It was great for walking around but also for waiting for parades. It's surprising how much it helped. - Tracey

My wife is always looking for ways to save a few bucks. One of the ways she found was to purchase "Brita water filter" water bottles. We fill them throughout the day in the parks and we always have fresh, crisp tasting water for our little guys to enjoy and keep cool with! - Matt Kiernan

We always take the neck coolers -- the ones [with gel beads] you soak in a sink for about 20 minutes, then wrap and tie around your neck. They stay cool for a good amount of time, and when needed, resoak and reuse. (Also called Cool Neck Wraps - sometimes they look like funky ties) - Annie

When the days are extremely hot, I take a couple of wash clothes to the parks with us. I dampen them with cold water, put them in a Ziploc and fill another with ice. I keep them together in an insulated bag. Throughout the day I take them out to wipe my daughter's face and neck. This keeps her cool and clean. I keep adding fresh ice whenever needed throughout the day! - The Pauls

Don't be afraid to get WET! Not only at the pools and water parks, but also those great "WET" attractions, the small theme park sprinklers and water misters, e.g., "Singing in the Rain" Umbrella at the Studios, the water misters at Epcot, the splashing sprinklers at Epcot and Disney Springs. - SURFNCATHY

Visit the dark, cool, indoor attractions that usually have no wait: Hall of Presidents, Ellen's Energy Adventure, American Adventure. - Gay Bachmann

ALL EARS® readers sent in so many wonderful ideas for keeping cool and touring WDW in the summer! Among the most popular suggestions:

Freezing water bottles; soaking bandannas in cold water or in ice, then wrapping them around your head or neck; cooling off in a shady area; and eating snacks in the air conditioning. Many others suggested using the water mister spray fans. To save a few dollars, plan ahead and buy them from a discount store for $5 to $7, rather than from Disney at $17.

When we took our 5 month old to Walt Disney World last June, we brought along a small battery operated fan that hooked to the edge of the stroller. The blades were child safe so even if he touched it, he couldn't get hurt. This kept him cool and entertained-many people commented that they wished they had thought of that! - Angie G

I brought along a thin ice/gel pack intended for a 9x13 baking pan. I would freeze it, then wrap a towel around it and slide it in my son's umbrella stroller between the stroller back and his shirt. This kept him cool and wasn't awkward or too big to use. - Juli Vieke-Peach

Most strollers are in a navy blue or some other dark color that hides spills and stains. This is functional for general use but in Florida it just attracts the hot sun and turns a baby's sanctuary into a sauna. To keep babies cool, line the seating area with a big white terry cloth towel and safety pin it to the seat so it fits snugly. Drape a light-colored scarf over the navy blue/dark material carriage cover as well. The light color won't absorb as much heat. You'd be amazed how much it cuts down on the heat for the little ones and the towel soaks up sweat and can be washed the next day or replaced with a fresh clean towel. - Alisa Starke

Take advantage of each park's Baby Care Center. These are a haven for both mom and baby. When we took our son down one year he refused to nurse because he was too hot -- this was in early April! When I finally found a Baby Care Center with its wonderful air-conditioned, dimly lit nursing rooms, he was much happier and nursed. It is important to keep a baby hydrated, too! Remember the old rule of thumb: "What goes in, must come out." So if your kid isn't going to the bathroom (or wetting the diaper) then you know they haven't had enough to drink. - Michelle

Limit strenuous exercise. And yes, that includes walking around the theme parks. Walking around in the heat and humidity can make ALL parts of your body sweat, and that includes your poor feet. When feet are wet, blisters can develop, so try to wear socks that are not 100 percent cotton. If you feel a hot spot developing, find a place in the shade to sit down. Take off your shoe and sock and inspect your feet. Put a bandage on the tender area, and let your feet dry. Dry feet are happy feet! If you get bad blisters, go to the First Aid Station (there's one located in each of the parks).

Remember to drink even when you are not thirsty. In fact, if you wait until you're thirsty, you've waited too long. Increase your fluid intake, regardless of your activity level. During heavy exercise in a hot environment, drink two to four glasses (16-32 ounces) of cool fluids each hour. Avoid caffeinated or carbonated beverages, as well as alcoholic drinks and those high in sugar -- these cause you to lose more body fluids. Sports drinks can supplement fluids in your body, but water should be your first choice. Warning: If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink or has you on water pills, ask the doctor how much you should drink while the weather is hot. Also, some folks find that drinking sports drinks (when they normally don't) can cause digestive problems. Again, listen to your body.