Pickleball is becoming more widely recognized and you’ll find there are pickleball courts in many locations. Grab a few paddles and you have a great way to exercise and play with new friends you meet!

Living on the water gives you easy opportunities to go out for a paddle and explore an area. I have one that came with a seat attachment and paddle modifier so that I can use it as a Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) or like a sitting kayak. It comes with a bag that I can pack it down into.

Transportation! Once we’re anchored or docked, we walk just about everywhere, but sometimes, having a scooter or bike makes it a little easier to go a further distance. This folding scooter is big enough for adults and doesn’t have the added bulk and weight of the battery pack. Use it for grocery runs or just for fun!

Not keen on traveling under your own power? Finding an electric scooter that stows easily and gets you around can be really convenient for those longer trips from the marina.

If snorkeling with the kids is on your Great Loop bucket list, having a waterproof camera for them to take underwater shots could be a fun way to capture memories. I haven’t used this particular model, so check the reviews to see if it’s right for you!

Are squirt guns practical on the boat? Absolutely not. But they are a fun way to cool off and play together as a family. Make sure you have enough for everyone in the crew!

This is a little too cumbersome for our boat (so we’ve never used one), but larger powerboats can easily roll up this mat to keep it out of the way. This floating island is fun to play in the water when on anchor!

Take your music with you! Whether sunning yourself on the bow of your boat, listening to your favorite tunes, or on a remote island in the Bahamas, having a Bluetooth speaker is a must for music lovers. We also use our Bluetooth speaker when we watch movies to give us better sound quality.

Bumps and bruises happen when you’re out playing hard. Having at least bandaids along for the adventure is good for families, but having the basics of a first aid kit is even better.

Find or assemble a portable first aid kit with bandaids, triple antibiotic creme, alcohol wipes, and powdered children’s Tylenol.

This way, you’re ready for basic scrapes, even if you can’t return to the boat for a few hours.

Your boat should be equipped with a VHF radio; sometimes, it's nice to have a handheld option! It’s especially handy for your dinghy adventures.

Get multiple pairs. They will get lost, scratched, or misplaced. Have a few pairs for each person so you are always ready, especially out on the water when the sun reflects off the waves.

These low-tech cooling towels are easy to use: get them wet, wring them out, and drape them around your neck. We frequently use them to help us stay cool while walking around new towns on hot days.

We love adding drink powders to our water, especially if we’ve been hiking or sweating. These packets can also help you convince your kids to get some water into their system on a hot day!

This link leads to men’s sizes, but finding sun protection for your entire family is essential. Find comfortable shirts and sunscreen that everyone will use!