u/flyboy3E3

Edit 2: I'm in Gulfport specifically, but don't mind a little bit of a drive for the right places.

I just moved back to the area. I lived here very briefly about 10 years ago. I prefer local businesses over big corporations. I'm gonna list these as simple as possible to hope its easier to read.

1. Hat shaper - my felt cowboy hat took a a bit of a beating in the move. Its a nice hat, I'd prefer someone with lots of experience since its not the standard shaper
2. Dog parks/beaches - I have a Border Collie and a short haired pointer that love to play fetch, could use a nice big area. Some water for them to get into is preferred so they can cool themselves off when they get too hot (both are black and not used to this southern heat)
3. Are there any local grocery stores? I went to Rouses last night for dry ice, its not a chain I've ever heard of.
4. Kayayak spots. I've never kayaked in the ocean although I want to try. I do have a fishing kayak and may fish at times, but mostly just like to enjoy the water. Would love some people to go with as well.​
5. Gun ranges - I prefer outdoor, and would like to be able to push out to 500m or further to practice my long shots. Don't want to be forced to sit or have to follow any super strict rules, just your typical safety guidelines.
6. Dry Cleaners - my dress clothes got wrinkled in the move
7. Dog sitters/boarding - I will have to occasionally travel for work. In the past I usually use Rover until I find someone I like. Prefer for them to be somewhere other than the vet
8. If anyone is selling a truck let me know. The engine in my SUV blew up during my move. I'd like something rated to tow 10k pounds, but could sacrifice that for the right price. Looking for older beat up cheaper trucks, not a big payment or a loan. It's for local use, doesn't need to be perfect

Edit: local gyms would be nice too

I'm starting a new job this year teaching construction to high schoolers. Part of the curriculum is site work, but for obvious reasons we don't actually have heavy equipment.

Can any heavy equipment operators comment on whether using RC could help teach site work at a smaller scale? I know it wouldn't be perfect, but if the RC equipment works similar I could see it being an effective tool for students to grasp an understanding of how and when to use certain pieces of equipment.

I accepted a new job in Gulfport, and am aiming to be in town the first week of July. I need to find a pet friendly rental (2 dogs, approximately 50 lbs each)

I have the money for deposits, however my credit is pretty low at the moment. Does anyone have any rentals/landlord information?

I would like to stay close to 1,000/month for budgeting, however I could afford as much as 1,500