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donnalynn
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Posted: July 31 2007 at 7:59am \| IP Logged

In a couple of weeks we are about to go on our longest camping trip yet - 2 weeks.

I am very good at outfitting my children for outdoor weather - but not so good when it comes to getting things for myself. There is so much out there - I am bewildered - for instance I have seen rain jackets anywhere from $35 to $200!

What are your favorite outdoor weather clothes? We will be near the seashore so I am trying to prepare for wet, sand, and wind. And I am thinking a wet, damp, chilled mommy might not be a good thing!

So moms, what are your favorite outdoor must-haves to keep a mommy happy? And specifically has anyone tried "beach trekker" type shoes? They look like a rugged closed toe sandal.

Thanks!

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Posted: July 31 2007 at 8:44am \| IP Logged

This is not at all about outdoor wear, but the single thing that makes me happiest at the beach is dusting powder. A little of this stuff after a day in the sand, and the sand comes right off without sticking

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Posted: Aug 01 2007 at 9:13am \| IP Logged

I love my Keen shoes. They feel like sneakers and look like sandals.

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Posted: Aug 01 2007 at 11:59am \| IP Logged

Can't remember whether I bought this jacket or this one, but LL Bean is always a good bet if you want to keep from getting wet. They're also good for beach sandals

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Posted: Aug 02 2007 at 7:55am \| IP Logged

Thanks for the tips!

I never would have thought of the baby powder after the beach but it makes perfect sense.

I am determined to get myself outside more this school year as well - I realized that while the children are more than happy to go out in all kinds of weather - I have turned into a bit of a weather wimp and I after thinking about it - it really is due to not providing appropriate outdoor wear for myself.

Donna

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Posted: Aug 02 2007 at 6:37pm \| IP Logged

Hi Donna,

We just returned from a longish camping trip with Chari in Mt. Shasta and then some more camping and traveling along the northern California coast and it was everything you described - wet, sandy, and windy (the coastal part). I don't think I have anything special as far as clothing, although I did purchase a pair of those beach trekker type shoes from Sears (they are Land's End brand.) I think they were $40.00. They aren't exactly waterproof, but they are comfortable enough for hiking. My kids have the waterproof shoes from LE and used them in the rivers and tidepools. I believe they make these in adult sizes. I have a fleece vest and an old nylon (unlined) jacket that together or separate were enough to keep me warm and/or dry.

Hope that helps! It sounds like a wonderful vacation. We're actually setting off again for another week of camping in the Seqouias. This trip should not be as damp or sandy. :)

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