Paddlers' Checklist

  • Canoe or kayak
  • PFD (required and must be worn)
  • Paddles (at least 2 if solo, 3 if tandem)
  • Painters (a 20 foot length of rope tied in at either end of your boat)
  • Dry bag (Contents: a total change of warm clothing and a towel. You can never have too many dry clothes! )
  • Proper seasonal clothing and footwear (Wool and synthetics are good. Cotton takes a long time to dry! A wetsuit is important for spring and fall paddling especially.)
  • Plenty of drinking water
  • Basic first aid kit
  • Insect repellant
  • Whistle (required by law)
  • Hat and sunscreen
  • Sponge
  • Bailer (plastic jug works fine)
  • Lunch and/or snacks

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