What's in my MERMAID bag!? Key items to bring to the pool!

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  • čas přidán 24. 01. 2018
  • In this video I give you guys a super sneak peek at the goodies I bring with me to the pool and some pro mermaid tips for making the whole trip easier!
    Thank you so much for watching my video, I hope you enjoyed it and happy swimming!
    Courtney Mermaid
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  • @teannabyerts1904
    @teannabyerts1904 Před 5 lety +5

    This is great advice! I've had to pack for diving and kayaking, and it helps to have a list. I wrote the kayaking list on a piece of old shower curtain (plastic) with a marker so it is waterproof. Dive slates are nice notepads for wet spaces too (they work underwater, with a normal pencil). A checklist for when you're about to get in the water is good too.

  • @ssuccessor5674
    @ssuccessor5674 Před 3 měsíci

    I know you're taking a break from everything at the moment, and I hope it's giving you the healing you need ! But I've been watching all your old content and being reminded how much of a gem you are. You've really helped me with my mermaid journey and you're one of the top creators on the topic. Take care of yourself, Courtney

  • @AlexandraKormos
    @AlexandraKormos Před 6 lety +28

    WOW, i know that ... my Bag is even bigger than yours and stuffed with at least 5 different towels (just in case, ´cause you never know, right?) and almost the same stuff you have in your Bag !!! Nose clip, Goggles, earplugs and what not, undies and stuff for your skin and hairs ... oh Boy ... such a heavy Bag but necessary! And since i´m always a clumsy Girl i keep my First Aid stuff in my Bag too!!! Just a mini first aid bag but you never know when you are going to need them ... better safe than sorry, right? Love your Video! Stay safe and happy swimming!

  • @vickyboyd3722
    @vickyboyd3722 Před 4 lety +2

    I have a mermaid bag with my rose shell and my drawing stuff! Also my mermaid makeup

  • @MermaidLolly
    @MermaidLolly Před 6 lety +5

    Just realised I didn't have my notifications turned on for you! Having a binge watch of your videos I've missed!

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety +1

      Aww thank you! I know the notifications thing is a nightmare but thank you so much for checking in and watching!

  • @mermaidjaffa9135
    @mermaidjaffa9135 Před 6 lety +6

    At my first mer pod meet, I forgot to bring a towel so I went home wet! Imagine sitting on a quarter of a bum cheek to not get the seat wet and balancing against the breaking of the bus driver!! Luckily, my home is four bus stops away from the pool, which also has their own bus stop. Courtney, you're so organized! I just have a really big bagpack with lots of zipped pockets with kids 2 in 1 shampoo, after swim hair cream, towel, monofin, swimmers, tail, plastic bags, first aid kit, goggles and some change for the pool and a little extra for an ice cream or drink! I usually bring my own food cos the pool canteen is expensive!

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety +1

      Aww man! I've done that! I had to call my Mom to bring me a towel because I forgot one and my hear was really long at the time haha! I like to bring my own snacks too! Thanks for watching!

  • @teannabyerts1904
    @teannabyerts1904 Před 5 lety +2

    drybags are endlessly useful, use them for kayaking, and great for the beach or pool too!

  • @ComfyGreenBee
    @ComfyGreenBee Před 6 lety +21

    You pulled out the garbage bags and i started laughing cause holy cow every time you do have to have them! Things you dont expect to need as a mermaid though!

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety +4

      I know right! Not to worry though, I've been using the same bags for years now and I do just wash them if they need it. Since they are plastic they'll last forever... Thank you for watching!

    • @elisseamstutz8175
      @elisseamstutz8175 Před 6 lety +1

      I'm brand new to mermaiding, so can you use the garbage bag to move your tail around without getting your car soaked? As long as you don't leave it in there because mildew and mold and other bad things.

  • @mermaidslol854
    @mermaidslol854 Před 6 lety +6

    You inspire me so much!!❤️❤️

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety

      Aww! Thank you! I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @kaitlynconnolly1363
    @kaitlynconnolly1363 Před 6 lety +2

    Same, my duffle bag is denim and hold A LOT of stuff. It also has flowers! 😃

  • @kaitlynroberts5027
    @kaitlynroberts5027 Před 6 lety +2

    Dry bag! 😀 My dad uses these when we go kayaking. They're great! Super clever idea using it for mermaiding!

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety

      I would be so lost without it! It’s the only way to contain a soaking wet mermaid tail haha!

  • @outerlimitsmermaid
    @outerlimitsmermaid Před 6 lety +5

    Love your earrings!!!! 😍

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety +1

      Thank you! Be sure to check out the Slug and Kraken on Etsy (www.etsy.com/ca/shop/TheSlugAndKraken) her work is truly a marvel and I definitely plan on adding to my earring collection hehe!

    • @outerlimitsmermaid
      @outerlimitsmermaid Před 6 lety

      Courtney Mermaid Thanks❤️

  • @hannahaziz7347
    @hannahaziz7347 Před 6 lety +5

    can you do a hack video
    as in helpful stuff for mermaidsssssss

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety

      Hang in there! I do have a video with specific mermaid hacks scheduled for the end of Feb!

  • @teannabyerts1904
    @teannabyerts1904 Před 5 lety +1

    good stuff! I have already forgotten the dive mask and had to drive home to get it...twice.
    So WRITE A LIST!!! (uh, what did I forget???)

  • @sunny_paws_
    @sunny_paws_ Před 5 lety +4

    like this comment if you are a mermaid too and you are about to go swimming! also, relply with where you got your tail! Mine is the tidal teal tail form finfun

    • @rieseb
      @rieseb Před 5 lety

      Greenbunbun mine is the Lotus moon from finfun! Just got it yesterday❤️

  • @alyssadein101
    @alyssadein101 Před 5 lety +1

    i should get one of these

  • @CapacityLamb666
    @CapacityLamb666 Před 6 lety +1

    you should have safety pins in there too. never know when a top will break or a seam

  • @teannabyerts1904
    @teannabyerts1904 Před 5 lety +1

    our dive instructor always told us to put ear drops in our ears after a dive, comes as ear drops, or use rubbing alocohol, gets the water out of your ears... cant use ear plugs over a certain depth
    I'm used to a dive mask and found goggles disconcerting. I might get used to them, or maybe it's easier to just open eyes underwater!

  • @casperharris3395
    @casperharris3395 Před 4 lety +1

    Where/ how did you get your mermaid certification card?

  • @marissapeters4821
    @marissapeters4821 Před 5 lety +5

    I'm curious about the card. What does it say/ what information of yours does it include? What are the rules for that area that requires a card? What did you have to go through to get the card? (via that area.) Also: Do you know how many stamps are needed to get a letter to Canada from the US? I'd love to send you some mail!

  • @kaekae6492
    @kaekae6492 Před 4 lety +1

    so in my local area most of the pools have banned mermaiding and there are no mermaiding schools in my area. I've been mermaiding for 6years now and am extremely comfortable, however due to the ban I can't practice any new tricks. do you have any advice?

  • @mermaidkaia642
    @mermaidkaia642 Před 6 lety +2

    Where do you get the license?? I'm going to be a mermaid when I grow up on Friday or Saturday I'm going to get my 2nd mermaid tail called sweet dreams

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety

      The certificate is location based specific to our area and not worldwide. You will need to research the rules and guides in your area. Congrats on getting a second tail! ♥

    • @mermaidkaia642
      @mermaidkaia642 Před 6 lety

      Courtney Mermaid thank you so much that really helps!!! I'm so happy you actually replied! 😁( ͡ ͜ʖ ͡ )(☞ ͡ ͡° ͜ ʖ ͡ ͡°)☞

  • @x_sushirolls_x716
    @x_sushirolls_x716 Před 6 lety +1

    I have a finfun bag

  • @shroomiestars8640
    @shroomiestars8640 Před 3 lety

    How do you get a certification card for mermaiding?

  • @lifedesignerLV
    @lifedesignerLV Před 3 lety

    What is backpack mermaid tale carrier called

  • @Brynn332
    @Brynn332 Před 4 lety +2

    How do you get in and out of your tail discreetly so you don’t ruin the magic for the kids?

  • @mothmans.jigglies1380
    @mothmans.jigglies1380 Před 6 lety +2

    How and where do you get a certification that you're cool to swim in a mermaid tail, I need one desperately. How do you dry your mermaid tails? If I'm swimming in a Springs or something i'll usually put my tail in a plastic bag, get in the car, and then set it out to dry outside on a hanger to air dry, is that healthy for the tail?

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety +3

      To answer your first question there is no globally recognized certification for mermaid tail swimming currently. The certification I have is specifically for swimming in my city. For your second question I also transport my tails in a plastic water-tight bag. I always rinse my tails out beforehand then put them in the bag. If I need to wash it out more thoroughly, I do that when I get home. I always lay my tails out flat on a drying rack to dry. I hope that helps!

    • @mothmans.jigglies1380
      @mothmans.jigglies1380 Před 6 lety

      Courtney Mermaid it did! Thank you so much, I just don't want to ruin my tails, thank you 🌊😇

  • @wubblebubbleban
    @wubblebubbleban Před 6 lety

    Where did you get your mermaid certification card? The one that says your okay to swim in the tail? Do you have to take classes for it?

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety +1

      It is specific only to one of the areas I swim in. Every pool will have it's own rules and guidelines for the use of mermaid tails. Check with your local pool to see what their rules are.

    • @wubblebubbleban
      @wubblebubbleban Před 6 lety

      Courtney Mermaid thank you!

  • @bradcool2k7
    @bradcool2k7 Před 6 lety +4

    Have you ever scuba dived in your tail?

  • @scarlettrose9880
    @scarlettrose9880 Před 6 lety +1

    Where did you get the certificatation

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety

      It is a local certificate for mermaids in the Burnaby, BC area so it isn’t something that is available worldwide.

  • @eddie9420
    @eddie9420 Před 6 lety +5

    I hate wet socks, it feels so weird.

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 6 lety +1

      SO MUCH. Wet socks are the worst. Especially wet socks into shoes. Yuck! Haha! Thanks for watching!

  • @teannabyerts1904
    @teannabyerts1904 Před 5 lety +1

    business cards good idea! I met several people who I wanted to hook up with later for swimming or kayaking. Useful to hand out contact info for anyone interested in swimming with you...

  • @rebeccaautrey4450
    @rebeccaautrey4450 Před 6 lety

    I want a card

  • @Moonstormrising
    @Moonstormrising Před 5 lety +1

    How do you get a certification that you're safe to swim in a mermaid tail?

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 5 lety +2

      The certification is something that is available for Burnaby pools only at this time. There is no real mermaid-certification out there short of a AIDA 1 Freediving certification.

    • @Moonstormrising
      @Moonstormrising Před 5 lety +1

      @@CourtneyMermaid Thank you!

  • @mermaidkaylani5257
    @mermaidkaylani5257 Před 5 lety +1

    Why dont you use contact lenses? I am really comfortable with that, i never use my glasses

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 5 lety

      I like my glasses and contacts don't work for me in the water.

    • @mermaidkaylani5257
      @mermaidkaylani5257 Před 5 lety

      I wear contact lenses also underwater, i have never lost😂

  • @Tea_W1th_Tey
    @Tea_W1th_Tey Před 4 lety +1

    Why do you need a mermaid ID ?

    • @CourtneyMermaid
      @CourtneyMermaid  Před 4 lety +1

      Some pools in certain districts will require a swim test. The card shows I have already completed it and passed and therefore don't need to do it again at another location.