Canoeing Single-Day Trip Packing List

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Canoe Gear Basics
  Canoe

  Paddle (per paddler)

  Extra paddle

  PFD (per person)

  Extra PFD

  Seat as needed

  Dry bags

  Spray covers

  Weather/VHF radio

  Float bags

  Floating throw line

  Bailer

  Large Sponge

  Helmet

  Bungee Cords

  Trailer/tie-down gear

  Flashlight or Headlamp

  Batteries

  Water Bottles

  Pocket Knife or Multi-Tool

  Matches/lighter in ziplock

  Water Filter or alt.

  Large Ziplock Bags

  Trowel

  Toilet Paper

  50 ft 1/8” or 1/4” rope

  Mirror

  Maps

  Compass

First Aid Kit
  Pain Relief Medicines

  Allergy Medicines

  Antacid Medicines

  Bandaids

  Foot Care

  Solar Blanket

  Scissors

  Needle/thread

  Tape

  Gauze Pads

  Antibiotic Ointment

  Eye Ointment

  Alcohol Swabs

  Support Bandage

  Hot/cold packs

Warm Weather Clothing
  Shorts/convertible pants

  Neoprene booties

  Sandals or water shoes

  Dry suit or top

  Swimwear

  Wicking T-shirt

  Wicking underwear

  Hat with retainer

  Sunglasses/float cord

  Shore shoes/Socks

  Light Windproof Jacket

  Spray or Rain Gear

  Belt

Cold Weather Clothing
  Quick dry Pants

  Wicking Shirt

  Synthetic (fleece) vest/jacket

  Neoprene booties

  Dry suit or top

  Swimwear

  Wicking underclothes

  Thermal/Silk Underclothing

  Knit Hat

  Sunglasses/float cord

  Shore shoes/Wool socks

  Spray or Rain Gear

  Belt

  Gloves/Liners (synthetic)

  Winter Coat and Liner

  Pants Shell

Personal Items
  Towel

  Wash Cloth or Bandana

  RX Medicines

  Feminine Hygiene

  Lip Balm

  Sunscreen

  Insect Repellant

  Pen/Pencil

  Paper

  Whistle

  Money

Repair Kit
  Sealant

  Bailing wire

  Nylon cord

  Putty

  Extra hardware

  Duct tape

Cooking and Food
  Spoon/Fork per pers.

  Cup per person

  Plate per person

  Serving Utensils

  Cooking Pot/Pan/Griddle

  Packable Stove

  Fuel as needed

  Food- Snacks x 2/day

  Food- Meals x 3/day

  Spices/Condiments

  Paper Towels

  Dishwashing Soap

  Sponge or scrubber

  Dish Towel

  Small Cooler w/lid secured

  Ice or cold packs

Optional Extras
  Book/magazine

  Watch

  Binoculars

  Camera

  GPS

  2-way radios

  Mobile Phone

  Paddling Gloves

  Bilge pump

  Permits and licenses

  Fishing gear

  Rashguard clothing

  Dining Fly/tarp

  Knee Pads

  Yoke w/ pads 

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