Pick and choose from this list; add whatever else you need.
- Canoe or kayak, paddles, life jackets, sponge/bailer, bow line, safety whistle
- Drinking water: always and plenty (minimum of 1 liter/person/hour on hot days)
- Hot drinks: good idea for sunrise paddle and poor/cold weather
- Bug, lip, sun protection: always and/or long sleeved shirt and long pants
- Snacks: always and also lunch for all-day trips
- Extra clothes: windbreaker, windpants, warm hat, gloves, etc.
- Foul weather gear: as needed (NOT a poncho)
- Bathing suit and towel: optional
- Water shoes: old sneakers or ????? always
- Camera &/or binoculars: in some sort of waterproof bag
- Paddling/biking gloves: optional
- Sunglasses and safety straps: always
- Hat with long, wide bill and neck strap: always
- Basic First Aid items: moleskin, Band-Aids, antiseptic, etc.
- Waterproof bag to hold all of the above
- Extra warm/dry clothes to be left in the car
- Whatever you think you need to make a picnic more fun: blanket, groundcloth, folding chair, sketch pad, paints, waterproof musical instrument, book, etc.
Warm summer rain will not stop these trips; high winds and cold rain may. If in doubt, call Larry; also call to car/boat pool.
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