You can find great deals at a consignment sale. Score a veritable win for your wallet and the planet!
I am a major outdoor enthusiast and am always looking for good deals on outdoor gear. This weekend, I visited a local outdoor consignment pop-up and had so much fun hunting for gently used gear. I look forward to these events. They allow me to get the outdoor equipment and clothing I need at a fraction of the cost – with zero carbon impact.
Sometimes in my searches, I come across an item that is the perfect gift for a friend or loved one. Occasionally I’m hunting for something specific, but other times it’s the gear that finds me. In some cases, I discover an item I didn’t know existed. Purchasing it on consignment gives me the opportunity to chat with the previous owner. I can easily learn more about how it works and whether it will benefit me in my own adventures.
Every consignment sale is different, which is half the fun.
Below are a few of my recent finds that I’m excited to grant a second life:
Summer dresses bought for $1.00 each at a second-hand store while on vacation.
Ready for a hike with clothing purchased for $12.00 total at a Goodwill store.
You can find great camping gear like this at local consignment sales.
These gently used kayaks are just waiting for a new owner to take them for a ride.
Books purchased at a deep discount between $.25 to $1.00 at a second-hand store while on vacation.
Sometimes my finds are the start of a new project.
I knitted this blanket using yarn I had thrifted over the years.
The possibilities are endless, economical, and planet-friendly at consignment stores near you. What will you find at your local sale? Share your finds with the OPL community today!
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Written by Yvonne Dwyer
Master Naturalist and OPL Content Contributor
“It is truly an honor for me to be a contributor to One Planet Life. By sharing my experiences and lifetime of learning, I hope to inspire conservation, sustainability, stewardship, and awareness of enjoying the natural wonders of the world for the wellbeing of people and the planet.”
