Packing List: Canoe Trip (Cont.)

By David Tynes

Personal Gear
Sunglasses (preferably polarized)
Floating eyewear retainer strap
Sunscreen
Lip balm
Bandana
Pack towels
Water bottle/hydration pack
Energy bars or gels
Watch
Permits/licenses
Float plan

Cold Water Gear (Water <0°F)
Wetsuit/drysuit
Neoprene booties
Neoprene paddling gloves
Warm skull cap or balaclava

Clothing
Warm knit hat
Wide-brimmed hat (nylon or straw)
Hat retainer cord
Rain jacket and pants
Rain hat
Sturdy sandals or paddling shoes
Synthetic UV-resistant shirt(s)
Synthetic underwear (tops and bottoms)
Fleece vest/coat and pants
Merino wool or synthetic blend socks
Liner socks
Swimsuit
Gloves/mittens
Synthetic convertible pants
Waterproof hiking boots

Repair Items
Awl and thread
Baling wire/3mm cord
Spare canoe hardware
SeamGrip and/or aquaseal
Epoxy putty/resin
Fiberglass repair items
Grommet kit/pop rivet tool
Stove repair kit
Spare zippers and nylon buckles
Duct tape
Waterproofing treatments

Camp Gear
Tent with dry bag stuff sack
Tarp, guy line, stakes
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Non-stick cook kit
Insulated mug
Folding dishes and flatware
Biodegradable soap and scrubber
Food storage canisters
Water bladder/bottles
Collapsible basin/bucket
Stove and fuel
Garbage bags
Hammock
Small lantern
Kevlar fire blanket
Instant hand sanitizer
Channel lock pliers
Toiletry kit
Trowel/shovel
Insect repellent/bear spray
Multi-tool
Water collection bucket
Water filter/purification tablets
Toilet paper

Optional
Frisbee, hacky sack, book
Fishing rod/bait/tackle
Music instrument/cards/games
Audio player (tape, CD, MP3, etc.)
Camera/extra film or storage cards
Binoculars/field guides
Weatherproof journal with pen
Chair/stool
Dutch oven/charcoal/starter
Kite




Last Updated: 15 Sep 2010
Published: 7 Jun 2006
The details, dates, and prices mentioned in this article were accurate at the time of publication.

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