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Packing List for a Kayak Trip


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st Have Items
  • boat
  • paddle
  • PFD (personal flotation device) – please wear this when paddling – DO NOT place it on your deck or, worse yet, in your boat!!
  • spray skirt
  • extra paddle - have a break-down and strap it to your rear deck
  • map and/or charts
  • map or chart case (to be strapped to top deck)
  • compass
  • sun screen
  • bug spray
  • water bottle - at easy access
  • water (1 gallon per day) or water purifier if fresh water (and not saltwater) is available
  • tent
  • tent stakes
  • sleeping bag
  • sleeping pad
  • stove and fuel
  • cooking pot(s) and utensils
  • biodegradable soap and small sponge for washing dishes
  • matches
  • emergency fire starting kit
  • camp food and lunch food (repacked to appropriate portions)
  • light or headlamp
  • extra batteries
  • camp clothes
  • biodegradable soap, toothpaste, etc.
  • camp towel
  • toilet paper and small shovel and/or carry-out containers
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safety/rescue equipment                                                                           
  • paddle float
  • stirrup if needed
  • pump…remember:  these are only useful if you know how to use them!
  • signal horn
  • whistle
  • signal mirror
  • strobe on PFD
  • boat repair kit
  • first aid kit (this will vary greatly depending on your trip location and conditions and your own first aid knowledge and skills) - have this easy-access!  (ie:  day hatch)

paddling clothes (this list will vary greatly depending on trip location and water temperature)
  • hat/cap
  • sunglasses with a strap
  • paddling gloves if needed
  • splash jacket
  • wet-suit or “Farmer John/Jane” suit if needed for water temperatures
  • quick-drying bottoms and tops (capilene, synthetics, fleece, etc.)  remember:  “cotton   kills!”
  • extra wind-proof layer for stops along the way
  • booties, paddling shoes, or water shoes


Optional Items 
  • tarp and rope
  • paddle leash
  • rope for a bow-line
  • helmet (for surf landings or play)
  • sail
  • pillow
  • camp chair
  • camp oven
  • coffee percolator or press
  • lantern or candles
  • book(s)
  • fishing rod and reel
  • camera
  • binoculars

The following items may be necessary depending on trip location/type of waters
  • GPS
  • tide charts
  • VHF radio/weather radio
  • EPRIB
  • cell phone
  • radar deflector (anything metal)
  • flares
  • tow rope

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  • Home
  • All Trips
  • US Trips
    • January - Kayaking with Manatees
    • February - Everglades Kayaking and Beach Camping
    • March - Cedar Key Islands Kayaking in 2021
    • April - Suwannee River Paddling and Camping
    • June - 1000 Islands Kayaking
    • July - West Central Adirondack Kayaking
    • August - Northwest Adirondack Kayaking Tour
    • September - Northern Forest Canoe Trail
    • October- Great Smoky Mountains Kayaking Adventure
  • International Trips
    • January - Panama Islands Kayaking and Camping
    • February - Costa Rica Kayaking and Exploring
    • May- Italy Kayaking, Cuisine and History
    • July - Kayaking with Whales in Newfoundland
  • Custom Trips
  • Contact Us