She did a water rescue class a while back and all through covid, she remained an avid kayaker. She has the shorter kayak, I call it a kiddie one, that she learned how to roll over in it, all the while kayaking.

I don't mind saying that when she was taking this course, I didn't know. She was away at the University, never letting me know she was out rolling kayaks to learn before the course started. Hello? Parental permission? Oh, wait! She was over eighteen. Mama told me there would be days like this. Did I mention that I should have homeschooled college? Kidding. Maybe.

This is one of the best little portable grills for a camping trip. I had one and didn't fully appreciate it. I ended up giving it away on the last move and when I went to replace it, I realized just how nice it really was. I had gotten it at a Coleman store and it was on clearance, and got it for well under $100.00. I won't even tell you what it cost me to replace it.

This would be for the Camp Chef... That is so not me! And I am very against spending $500.00 on a portable grill unless you really take your camping seriously. If you insist on doing that, can we possibly Made for two people, this tube features a built-in cooler and two cup holders? The two side handles make this inflatable tube easy to use resist hiring a cook? Look at that one more time... $500.00?

Who doesn't want/need a new Nalgene bottle? I always do. Perhaps I cannot stand the smell of plastic and I constantly get a new one, hoping the outcome will be different. Not even one time.

First aid kits (you need one if you are going camping!) Walkie-Talkies, Trekking poles, all sorts of little-needed toys.

WATER SHOES!! A must-have when you are in the river. I wonder if the strawberry ones come in my side? These are kids sized, the adults are on a picture I didn't post. These run $9.99 and $11.99 respectively. They used to be cheaper two years ago, but, I have to admit, they are made much better.

The life vests are mostly of the L.L. Bean persuasion, and start at $34.99 but, like everything else, what isn't expensive?

The are short silicone swim fins that make for a higher kick rate, great for faster propulsion through the water. They are great for training and help propel you further, saving some of your arm strength to go longer. In my opinion, these are best suited for an experienced swimmer. The price? $74.99 Fun just got too expensive!

I want to say yes, but, I can't lie. It is not possible for me to wear any one of those. Just not happening.

Shot a few hoops to the mortification of my daughter. Really? Come back here and play one-on-one with your mother. Don't make me call your name out loud! That is okay, there was a ten-year-old that was happy to take her place. She is replaceable after all. Kidding. No person is replaceable. I let the kid win. He tried really hard. I wanted to tell him I was no good and he didn't have to try so hard.

They were standard bikes, but, I almost always bring one camping because sometimes walking is too far or too slow. I like to walk most of the time, but, there are times when it is a little bit quicker to use the bike.

There was a roar from the crowds. I'm not sure if they won the game or just felt like yelling about something!

There was a little 16-year-old sales clerk following me because I was taking pictures. I turned around and said to him, "If you stand still long enough, I will take your picture too." He scattered like he was missing a clearance sale.

It was certainly fun shopping with her, getting and giving some ideas of what she will need and what she is looking for. She needs so much, but, I offered up my equipment until someday, in the future, she will get some of her own, That is the best, to get your won.

Please leave the link to your post here so it can easily be found by others. It helps you and me to have them in one place. Where else can you take such a quick trip around the globe? Thank you so much for joining us!! ❤