First Snorkel Lesson

Snorkel baby!

 Red Fish had her first snorkel lesson in the ocean this week.  She was adorable in her gear and she saw a yellow sting ray, a trumpet fish and a few other little fish.  She was thrilled.  She hasn't quite gotten the hang of the snorkel yet but she enjoys wearing the fins and she loved being in the ocean with my brothers and their wives.

With Pop Pops

Getting some tips from Pop Pops and My Brother J.

New Fish was a little nervous about the ocean but she didn't want to left out of all of the action.

A few tips for snorkeling with a kid- 1. Practice in the pool and bathtub.  Kids love to try out the mask and snorkel.  2. Practice swimming with fins.  3.  Make sure the mask fits well.  It should be able to seal onto their face with a gentle inhale and no strap.  4. Show them how to clear a snorkel by blowing into the mouthpiece.  5. Explain that the snorkel must poke out of the water and make sure the snorkel is long enough for someone who doesn't float well.