REQUIRED |
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED |
Paddles, bent shaft if in flat water |
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Glacier glasses with side shields |
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Spare paddles, straight shaft, secured |
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Broad rimmed hat |
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Personal Floatation Device |
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Personal first aid kit |
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Throwable PFD or throw bag with 30' of rope |
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Toilet paper in a Ziploc bag |
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Spray skirts for white water or ocean |
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NICE TO HAVE |
Signaling device, whistle or air horn |
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Cellular phone in waterproof bag/sack |
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Dry bags, properly secured |
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GPS receiver, weather resistant |
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Knee pads or cushion |
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Electronic compass, weather resistant |
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Float bag for paddle |
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Waterproof map bag |
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15' of line for bow and stern of paddlecraft |
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Small cooler, secured |
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12' to 24' of duct tape |
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Gear sack, underseat |
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Bailing device, pump, and sponge |
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OTHER CHECKLISTS |
Towel |
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Hiking from your paddlecraft, click here |
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Dry change of clothes |
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Camping from your paddlecraft, click here |
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Rain gear (not a poncho) |
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TRANSPORTING |
Water shoes or sandals |
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Roof rack |
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Map |
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Tie down kit for canoe or kayak |
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Compass |
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Portaging cart or pack |
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Pocket knife with locking blade |
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GEAR NOT ON OUR LIST |
Water bottle or hydration system |
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Waterproof matches in waterproof container |
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A plan and route left with a reliable friend |
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