Paddle Boarding - A Design & Experience

 If you haven't tried paddle boarding, I suggest giving it a go. I was lucky enough to try it out with my friend Susie who works in Jupiter, Florida, at (I believe) the only paddle boarding rental shop in the town. Yes, the town name is Jupiter. Seriously, I know you are thinking Florida is damn weird. Trust me, most of us agree! My friend Susie hooked me up with a board perfect for my beginner status and took me to a cool spot nearby the shop.

I saw my first large sea turtle swimming under me. (Why didn't I have my camera with me?!) The water was crystal clear and, I didn't even fall off although she did explain how to fall off. Go for the fall. Trying to stay on means you sometimes hurt yourself landing on the board instead of the water, she said. I appreciated the tips.

Without further adieu, here's the design. (Much love and good vibes to all of the cool paddle boarding chicks out there.)

And, seriously, try paddle boarding. You may look and feel like a complete fool but life is short. Go on and make a fool of yourself. It's worth it!

Different places to buy:      Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic    

UPDATE: I also created a design that has a paddle boarding quote. View it at the bottom of the blog post. The quote is "If in doubt, paddle out"

Stickers on  TeePublic  

   Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic   

   Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic   

Circular Beach Towel on  Fine Art America   

  Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic   

   Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic   

   Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic  

Purchase as a baseball tee on   TeePublic  

   Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic  

 Purchase as a yoga mat on  Fine Art America  

   Fine Art America   ||   TeePublic  

Location: Jupiter, FL, USA

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