Abstract: The “Recreational Tote” is a nice looking, lightweight, easy to handle, all-in one unit, which includes a cooler, that doubles as a bait box & a place to put your catch, a tackle box, a locked compartment for your valuables, or any number of collections. It is highly portable, strong, easy to clean, & convenient. It eliminates the need for several different containers, such as: a cooler for your beverages & food, a bucket to put your bait, & catch in, it can be used as a tackle box, a place to keep your car keys & wallet, fishing liscense, etc. The flat top version can also be used as a seat.