When we go on any of our canoe excursions, whether they are for training or fun, someone always forgets something. Here is a checklist that should help you remember what to bring:
- PFD (Personal Flotation Device) -Transport Canada approved and worn correctly (buckled up)
- Emergency Contact card – medical information, health card, personal medication
- waterproof whistle – attached to PFD
- dry sac to hold a complete change of clothes (should you get wet), towel, rain gear, toilet paper, zip lock bags
- lunch/snack (depends on excursion) in small cooler/lunch bag
- water bottle (extra water for longer trips)
- hat, sun glasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, lip balm
- waterproof flashlight (extra batteries)
- bungee cord, carabineers (to attach things to canoe), straps or elastic loops to hold in extra paddle
- cell phone, camera in waterproof container
- money to pay for trip ($8 for shorter trips, $15 for longer trips)
- money – “tip” driver if being carpooled (to say thanks!) (Guideline: $5 for shorter trips, $10-15 for longer trips)
