Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Derek McLeod via CnC-List]

We have a 3 year old son and one of his favourite things is the floating pool 
toys we have on board. When we anchor, we'll pull out the SS Happy Crab, an 
inflatable 4' toy dinghy that we tie to the stern of the boat for him to float 
in, while we are nearby swimming in the water. It's also useful to bring him to 
a beach from the boat when it's calm. 

Derek McLeod 
1983 C 29-2, Aileron
Toronto

> On Apr 12, 2017, at 9:46 PM, Kevin Paxton <kpax...@paxdesigns.com> wrote:
> 
> Thanks everyone!
> Totally forgot about Uno, Yahtzee and the other classics. Been trying to 
> teach them some basic card games like war but that doesn't last too long. 
> Think we will be looking at getting a simple laptop and trying to rig up a 
> mount for it for movies. I definitely don't want them on electronics while 
> out, but a movie would be beneficial when things get a little haywire for the 
> wife and me. Family time was one of the main reasons for getting the boat in 
> the first place. 
> We've tried fishing, but I'm not in any way skilled with that. I think we 
> need to change some of our lures out to get any kind of success there.
> 
> I am trying to teach the oldest things and get her involved. I do need to 
> start bringing my 5 yr old son into it as well. He's starting to ask to go 
> sailing now too so that's a good sign.
> 
> My wife is not a sailor and I'm still trying to convince her of the benefits 
> and quality time and experiences that can be had. So far it's been mainly me 
> sailing and her taking care of the kids. So there hasn't been much in the way 
> of GOOD experiences so far. We are going to try our first overnight this year 
> just us first. Then bring the kids on another trip. Fingers crossed it goes 
> smoothly.
> 
> Thanks again for all the suggestions.
> 
> Kevin
> 
> 
>> On Wed, Apr 12, 2017, 9:04 PM Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List 
>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>> I should have noted: I held off on the monitor installation when my kids
>> were little for the reasons being expressed.  My kids are all in their teens
>> now.
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Dave via CnC-List
>> Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:58 PM
>> To: Kevin Paxton
>> Cc: Dave ; cnc-list@cnc-list.com
>> Subject: Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment
>> 
>> My kids are older  podcasts (like 'the moth') or radio dramas, new and
>> old.  The kids rarely experience storytelling in this way, and it is a
>> looked-forward-to experience before bed time on the boat.  Kerosene lamp
>> only of course!
>> (I save the podcasts to my iPad which connects via Bluetooth to the
>> stereo...)
>> I'm sure there are similar options for younger kids.
>> 
>> Dave.
>> 
>> Agreed on lego as well, and of course reading for older ones.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> > On Apr 12, 2017, at 8:03 PM, Kevin Paxton <kpax...@paxdesigns.com> wrote:
>> >
>> > Hey everyone,
>> > We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3
>> > young kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to
>> > get them involved and also entertained during sails?
>> >
>> > We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things
>> > get a little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all
>> > have?  TV size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> > Kevin
>> 
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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

Be careful with chute flying.  You may want to wait until they’re a little 
older.

We’re on fresh water, so no crabbing.  When we go to the Outer Banks, however, 
crabbing off a dock with one of those hooks on a string (with a chicken neck) 
will keep the kids laughing for hours.  We don’t keep any, but the kids have a 
blast.

They also love swimming off the boat when the water warms up, including 
swinging from halyards (bow to stern) and letting go just before breaking 
teeth.  My wife (the dentist) especially likes that part.

From: Jeremy Ralph via CnC-List 
Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 10:20 PM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 
Cc: Jeremy Ralph 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

Good question and responses on this topic.  Our kids, 4 and 7, are reluctant to 
go on our 34' but always have great time at the cruising destinations. 

Some things they like when underway:
- fishing
- lego and toys

- games and shows on iphones (sadly)
- binoculars
- keeping watch
- going on deck (in mild conditions)
- spotting whales and dolphins

One issue is our 7 year old get's sea sick so we try and avoid letting her look 
at phones or spend time in the cabin when things get rough. Our son sleeps on 
the sole of the cabin. 

Some things they like when at anchor or moorage:
- catching fish, crabs, minnows, jellyfish, etc.
- swing on halyards from climbing harnesses 
- kids kayak

- getting pulled behind dinghy on kids' kayak
- swimming and jumping off the deck into the water
- driving dingy (with dad's help)

I've seen pictures of kids flying on spinnaker at anchor but I've yet to figure 
that out. 

Cheers,
  Jeremy





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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Jeremy Ralph via CnC-List]

Good question and responses on this topic.  Our kids, 4 and 7, are
reluctant to go on our 34' but always have great time at the cruising
destinations.

Some things they like when underway:
- fishing
- lego and toys
- games and shows on iphones (sadly)
- binoculars
- keeping watch
- going on deck (in mild conditions)
- spotting whales and dolphins

One issue is our 7 year old get's sea sick so we try and avoid letting her
look at phones or spend time in the cabin when things get rough. Our son
sleeps on the sole of the cabin.

Some things they like when at anchor or moorage:
- catching fish, crabs, minnows, jellyfish, etc.
- swing on halyards from climbing harnesses
- kids kayak
- getting pulled behind dinghy on kids' kayak
- swimming and jumping off the deck into the water
- driving dingy (with dad's help)

I've seen pictures of kids flying on spinnaker at anchor but I've yet to
figure that out.

Cheers,
  Jeremy
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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Kevin Paxton via CnC-List]

Thanks everyone!
Totally forgot about Uno, Yahtzee and the other classics. Been trying to
teach them some basic card games like war but that doesn't last too long.
Think we will be looking at getting a simple laptop and trying to rig up a
mount for it for movies. I definitely don't want them on electronics while
out, but a movie would be beneficial when things get a little haywire for
the wife and me. Family time was one of the main reasons for getting the
boat in the first place.
We've tried fishing, but I'm not in any way skilled with that. I think we
need to change some of our lures out to get any kind of success there.

I am trying to teach the oldest things and get her involved. I do need to
start bringing my 5 yr old son into it as well. He's starting to ask to go
sailing now too so that's a good sign.

My wife is not a sailor and I'm still trying to convince her of the
benefits and quality time and experiences that can be had. So far it's been
mainly me sailing and her taking care of the kids. So there hasn't been
much in the way of GOOD experiences so far. We are going to try our first
overnight this year just us first. Then bring the kids on another trip.
Fingers crossed it goes smoothly.

Thanks again for all the suggestions.

Kevin

On Wed, Apr 12, 2017, 9:04 PM Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> I should have noted: I held off on the monitor installation when my kids
> were little for the reasons being expressed.  My kids are all in their
> teens
> now.
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Dave via CnC-List
> Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:58 PM
> To: Kevin Paxton
> Cc: Dave ; cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment
>
> My kids are older  podcasts (like 'the moth') or radio dramas, new and
> old.  The kids rarely experience storytelling in this way, and it is a
> looked-forward-to experience before bed time on the boat.  Kerosene lamp
> only of course!
> (I save the podcasts to my iPad which connects via Bluetooth to the
> stereo...)
> I'm sure there are similar options for younger kids.
>
> Dave.
>
> Agreed on lego as well, and of course reading for older ones.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Apr 12, 2017, at 8:03 PM, Kevin Paxton <kpax...@paxdesigns.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > Hey everyone,
> > We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3
> > young kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done
> to
> > get them involved and also entertained during sails?
> >
> > We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things
> > get a little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all
> > have?  TV size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Kevin
>
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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

I should have noted: I held off on the monitor installation when my kids 
were little for the reasons being expressed.  My kids are all in their teens 
now.


-Original Message- 
From: Dave via CnC-List

Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:58 PM
To: Kevin Paxton
Cc: Dave ; cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Subject: Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

My kids are older  podcasts (like 'the moth') or radio dramas, new and 
old.  The kids rarely experience storytelling in this way, and it is a 
looked-forward-to experience before bed time on the boat.  Kerosene lamp 
only of course!
(I save the podcasts to my iPad which connects via Bluetooth to the 
stereo...)

I'm sure there are similar options for younger kids.

Dave.

Agreed on lego as well, and of course reading for older ones.






Sent from my iPhone


On Apr 12, 2017, at 8:03 PM, Kevin Paxton <kpax...@paxdesigns.com> wrote:

Hey everyone,
We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 
young kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to 
get them involved and also entertained during sails?


We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things 
get a little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all 
have?  TV size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?


Thanks,
Kevin


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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Dave via CnC-List]

My kids are older  podcasts (like 'the moth') or radio dramas, new and old. 
 The kids rarely experience storytelling in this way, and it is a 
looked-forward-to experience before bed time on the boat.  Kerosene lamp only 
of course!  
(I save the podcasts to my iPad which connects via Bluetooth to the stereo...)
I'm sure there are similar options for younger kids.  

Dave.  

Agreed on lego as well, and of course reading for older ones. 






Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 12, 2017, at 8:03 PM, Kevin Paxton  wrote:
> 
> Hey everyone,
> We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young 
> kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get them 
> involved and also entertained during sails?
> 
> We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get a 
> little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?  TV 
> size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?
> 
> Thanks,
> Kevin 

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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Frederick G Street via CnC-List]

+1 on Uno, and don’t forget Yahtzee.  Sometimes the greatest toys are things 
they find to play with on the beach…

My kids are grown now, but Yahtzee is still a favorite; along with Cards 
Against Humanity…   :^)

Fred Street -- Minneapolis
S/V Oceanis (1979 C Landfall 38) -- on the hard in Bayfield, WI   :^(

> On Apr 12, 2017, at 7:12 PM, Joe Della Barba via CnC-List 
> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
> 
> We always had card games like Uno onboard, drawing materials, and a laptop to 
> play movies on for down below plus water toys. My son has spent a lot of time 
> with his buddies getting towed around in a tube behind the dinghy. Cheap 
> binoculars are fun too as are Mad Libs.
>  
> Joe Della Barba
> j...@dellabarba.com <mailto:j...@dellabarba.com>
>  
> Coquina
> C 35
>  
> From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com 
> <mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com>] On Behalf Of Kevin Paxton via CnC-List
> Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:04 PM
> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Cc: Kevin Paxton <kpax...@paxdesigns.com <mailto:kpax...@paxdesigns.com>>
> Subject: Stus-List Kids entertainment
>  
> Hey everyone,
> We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young 
> kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get them 
> involved and also entertained during sails?
>  
> We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get a 
> little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?  TV 
> size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?
>  
> Thanks,
> Kevin

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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List]

Kevin,
The 19 month and 2 year old will require full time adult attention.  If we had 
our toddlers on board it was too easy for them to tumble down companionway 
stairs or lose balance down below to not be affixed to an adult.  Assign the 12 
year old to the 2 year old and it will keep them both occupied.  Another adult 
looks after the 18 month old.  Now you only need an electronic babysitter for 
the 5 year old.  An electronic tablet with Finding Nemo downloaded will work 
for several hours, or help to induce nap time.  It can be a backup chart 
plotter the rest of the time.
We played lots of "I Spy" onboard with kids which can also teach them the parts 
of the boat.   And of course pirate accessories are essential.  Make sure that 
favorite stuffed animals never come up on deck unless they float or wear a life 
jacket too.  You don't want to be responsible for Mr Snuggles being lost at 
sea...
With the proper planning, you'll either be fostering a lifelong sailor or a 
confirmed landlubber.  I wound up with one of each, now 15 and 13 years old.
Best of luck!
Chuck Gilchrest 
S/V Half Magic
1983 35 Landfall
Padanaram MA

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> On Apr 12, 2017, at 8:14 PM, Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List 
> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
> 
> I try not to yell at them all the time.  Sometimes I’m successful.
>  
> This year I plan to mount a 22” monitor on a bulkhead with an adjustable 
> bracket (to allow it to swing away from the wall and face where people are 
> sitting).  It will be capable of hooking up a game console and DVD/Blu-ray.  
> However, it is being set up for AC power only (for use at the dock).  When 
> we’re out sailing or racing, I prefer the kids to be engaged in what we’re 
> doing.  This is only a preference, of course, and it has been quite common 
> for my kids and their friends to go down below and play with their cell 
> phones or iPads (and drop goldfish and pretzels all over the floor and spill 
> their lemonades).
>  
> From: Kevin Paxton via CnC-List
> Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:03 PM
> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> Cc: Kevin Paxton
> Subject: Stus-List Kids entertainment
>  
> Hey everyone,
> We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young 
> kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get them 
> involved and also entertained during sails?
>  
> We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get a 
> little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?  TV 
> size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?
>  
> Thanks,
> Kevin
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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[David Kaseler via CnC-List]

Kevin,
Not sure if I'm off the mark here but when our kids were young the best 
entertainment on rainy days or long passages was a big box of LEGOS.  When 
sailing we built boats to tow behind and when at anchor we sailed and rowed in 
our dinghy, played on the beach, hiked and explored ashore and if no brake in 
the rain all hands pitched in to prepare a special meal. At that time we had no 
electronic gadgets, so I have no advise about that. 
I can tell you that my grandchildren, now 9 and 3 are pretty much following the 
same program when they cruise with their parents but I'm sure there is a smart 
phone involved. I heard about a tow behind boat made from wood scraps found on 
the beach, complete with foils. Worked only at reduced speed.

Dave.
1975 C 33 SLY

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> On Apr 12, 2017, at 5:03 PM, Kevin Paxton via CnC-List 
>  wrote:
> 
> Hey everyone,
> We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young 
> kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get them 
> involved and also entertained during sails?
> 
> We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get a 
> little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?  TV 
> size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?
> 
> Thanks,
> Kevin 
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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Josh Muckley via CnC-List]

They could sail...

What about fishing poles...

Or books?  Sudoku?  Crossword puzzles?  Drawing?  Writing?  Cards?
Miniature board games (some have magnetic pieces)?  Learn to play an
instrument (recorder, strum stick, harmonica)?  School work? ASA courses?
USCG captains courses?

You can engage them with responsibilities regarding cleanliness,
provisioning, cooking, boat maintenance, navigation, piloting,
communications. These are life skills that will lighten your load, elevate
boredom, develope self reliance, and boost self esteem.

I've read numerous articles about how disengaging electronic devices are
for everyone, adults and children, but children's brains aren't developed
enough to make conscious decisions about the addictive effects of
electronics.  Not to mention the creativity stifling effects.  Many boaters
report having had electronic devices fall over board only to find that it
was the best thing that could have happened.  Within minutes the preceeding
hours of silence is broken by cheerful laughter, discussions, and
exclamations of awe and wonderment.

My wife and I have intentionally not installed a TV or other video
entertainment device on our boat.  We have an FM radio and CD player but
even it stays off most of the time.  We spent and continue to spend a
considerable amount of money to go sailing.  I sleep better and longer when
cruising.  I eat better quality but less quantity of food.  I generally
feel better and closer to my family.

https://www.google.com/search?q=being+bored+is+good+for+kids=being+bored+is+good+for+kids=chrome..69i57.11606j0j4=chrome-mobile=UTF-8

Josh Muckley
S/V Sea Hawk
1989 C 37+
Solomons, MD

On Apr 12, 2017 8:04 PM, "Kevin Paxton via CnC-List" 
wrote:

> Hey everyone,
> We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3
> young kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to
> get them involved and also entertained during sails?
>
> We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things
> get a little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all
> have?  TV size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?
>
> Thanks,
> Kevin
>
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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Neil Andersen via CnC-List]

Good plan.  We took a similar approach with our kids when they were young (and 
they all lived to adulthood). 

Neil Andersen, M.Sc.
Auburn, NY 13021

From: CnC-List <cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com> on behalf of Matthew L. Wolford 
via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:14:01 PM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Matthew L. Wolford
Subject: Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

I try not to yell at them all the time.  Sometimes I’m successful.

This year I plan to mount a 22” monitor on a bulkhead with an adjustable 
bracket (to allow it to swing away from the wall and face where people are 
sitting).  It will be capable of hooking up a game console and DVD/Blu-ray.  
However, it is being set up for AC power only (for use at the dock).  When 
we’re out sailing or racing, I prefer the kids to be engaged in what we’re 
doing.  This is only a preference, of course, and it has been quite common for 
my kids and their friends to go down below and play with their cell phones or 
iPads (and drop goldfish and pretzels all over the floor and spill their 
lemonades).

From: Kevin Paxton via CnC-List<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:03 PM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
Cc: Kevin Paxton<mailto:kpax...@paxdesigns.com>
Subject: Stus-List Kids entertainment

Hey everyone,
We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young 
kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get them 
involved and also entertained during sails?

We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get a 
little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?  TV 
size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?

Thanks,
Kevin


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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

I try not to yell at them all the time.  Sometimes I’m successful.

This year I plan to mount a 22” monitor on a bulkhead with an adjustable 
bracket (to allow it to swing away from the wall and face where people are 
sitting).  It will be capable of hooking up a game console and DVD/Blu-ray.  
However, it is being set up for AC power only (for use at the dock).  When 
we’re out sailing or racing, I prefer the kids to be engaged in what we’re 
doing.  This is only a preference, of course, and it has been quite common for 
my kids and their friends to go down below and play with their cell phones or 
iPads (and drop goldfish and pretzels all over the floor and spill their 
lemonades).

From: Kevin Paxton via CnC-List 
Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 8:03 PM
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Cc: Kevin Paxton 
Subject: Stus-List Kids entertainment

Hey everyone, 
We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young 
kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get them 
involved and also entertained during sails?

We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get a 
little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?  TV 
size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?

Thanks,
Kevin 



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Re: Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Joe Della Barba via CnC-List]

We always had card games like Uno onboard, drawing materials, and a laptop to 
play movies on for down below plus water toys. My son has spent a lot of time 
with his buddies getting towed around in a tube behind the dinghy. Cheap 
binoculars are fun too as are Mad Libs.

 

Joe Della Barba

j...@dellabarba.com <mailto:j...@dellabarba.com> 

 

Coquina

C 35

 

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Cc: Kevin Paxton <kpax...@paxdesigns.com>
Subject: Stus-List Kids entertainment

 

Hey everyone,

We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young 
kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get them 
involved and also entertained during sails?

 

We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get a 
little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?  TV 
size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?

 

Thanks,

Kevin 

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Stus-List Kids entertainment

[Kevin Paxton via CnC-List]

Hey everyone,
We are looking for ideas for kids entertainment on our 34'. We have 3 young
kids (19mo, 2, and 5) and 1 preteen (12).  What have you all done to get
them involved and also entertained during sails?

We are also looking for ideas and set ups on showing movies when things get
a little crazy and we need a break. What kind of setups do you all have?
TV size, portable, fixed, DVD/Blu-ray, power, mounting etc?

Thanks,
Kevin
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