Activity for beachbride

I know that many of yall are using a seating chart. I can barely remember if I have been to a wedding with one, but it seems to be a staple on here. I am having a rather small (100-125) family and friends reception, so I am not planning on using one....

Http://www.glamour.com/weddings/blogs/save-the-date/2011/08/real-wedding-album-barbie-ken.html

Http://totallyloveit.com/14-stages-every-bride-goes-through/ thought this was cute!

I am thinking of using a bamboo runner for my beach wedding. Good idea or not? I am scared of sinking in sand and someone falling over...

I will have approximately an hour between the ceremony and the reception. I know this is typical, but I guess my concern is that the reception is less than 10 minutes away. I know most of the people will probably be involved in pictures at some point...

What fun things are you doing for your beach ceremony? any hints or tips?