The "Inventor's Trio" includes:

• MVP Canoe Game
• Strut! Game with Leather Case
• Staggers Leather Game

(Leather gripsack not included)

In the 1950’s, I always looked forward to July when my grandfather came for a visit. He preferred to travel by train and his arrival at the station was always a momentous occasion. It was customary when traveling, 50 years ago, to pack several games in your leather gripsack, a sack fashioned with sturdy leather handles. Grandpa had one. My father had a couple. Mine is nearly 20 years old.

So here’s what I suggest: next time you’re headed out for a long weekend or extended vacation, make sure your gripsack contains the “Inventor’s Trio”.  Canoe, which is best played when you and your opponent are totally relaxed. When all you hear is perhaps the subtle splash of an incoming tide or gentle breeze filtering through the trees. Strut! on the other hand, is a fast and furious action oriented game, a bit of a free-for-all played when everyone’s gathered together. Staggers you will soon discover is a marvelous social game; break it out when hobnobbing with the locals.