a tote device for carrying equipment and accessories to and from recreational areas such as the beach . the tote device contains at least one sleeve element that defines an open central region . a handle element is coupled to each sleeve element present and provides an element for carrying each sleeve element . the open central region defined by each sleeve element is sized to receive a large piece of equipment such as a folded beach umbrella or the like . on the exterior of each sleeve element is disposed a plurality of spring clamps sized to selectively receive and engage cylindrical objects , such as the tubular framing of beach chairs , umbrella poles , fishing poles , bag handles or similar items . by placing a large object , such as a beach umbrella , in the center of the tote device and attaching other bulky items , such as bags , poles and chairs to the exterior of the tote device , an element is provided for carrying a large number of bulky items in a space efficient and ergonomically efficient manner .