Paddling Checklist

Kayak/Canoe Gear
  • Kayak/Canoe
  • Paddle
  • PFD
  • Spray skirt (for cooler days)
  • Pump (for inflatable kayaks)
  • Paddle leash
  • Bilge Pump
  • Rope/Towline
  • Paddle float
  • Spare paddle
Camp Gear (Multi-day)
  • Tent
  • Sleeping pad
  • Sleeping bag
  • Camp stove
  • Fuel
  • Water filter/Purification tabs
  • Cookset/Utensils
  • Dishes/Drinkware
  • Cooler/Ice
  • Packable chairs/table
  • Tarp
Food & Drink
  • Snacks
  • Water

Multi-day

  • Meals
  • Coffee/Tea/Hot chocolate
  • Water
  • Spices
  • Condiments/Oils
  • Food containers/Zip top bags
  • Emergency food
Clothing

Warm weather

  • Sun-shirt
  • Swimwear
  • Paddle footwear
  • Paddle gloves
  • Spray jacket/waterproof shell
  • Bandana/Neck gaiter (like a Buff)

Cool weather

  • Neoprene shirt/wetsuit
  • Mid-layer (fleece or synthetic insulation)
  • Socks
  • Baselayer
  • Toque
Safety & Essentials
  • First-aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Waterproof bag or case for phone/keys
  • Headlamp
  • Paddle float
  • GPS
  • Satellite communicator (like Garmin inReach)
  • 2-way radios
  • Sunglasses
  • Whistle
  • Patch kit
  • Binoculars
Health & Hygiene
  • First-aid kit
  • Blister care
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Toothbrush & toothpaste (unscented)
  • Trowel
  • Biodegradable toilet paper/wipes
  • Menstrual products
  • Women's pee funnel
  • Waste bags
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray/Bug repeller