Paddling 10 Essentials
- PFD: (PFD)Type III, must fit, good shape
- PADDLE: Single blade w/ T-grip for canoes, double blade for kayaks, plastic or composite preferable
- WATER BOTTLE: 32oz for water
- FOOTWEAR: Protection for feet when walking on sharp rocks
- CLOTHING: Appropriate for weather conditions. Polypropylene, capilene, thermax, fleece, or wool for insulation when wet. (no jeans, no cotton t-shirts)
- HELMET: Required for anyone in a deck boat or on Class III water and above. Recommended for all.
- FIRST AID KIT: Basic kit in waterproof container. Fire starter, & space blanket should be included. Also include sunscreen.
- THROW ROPE: Rescue Bag type, not coiled rope
- WHISTLE: Attach to PFD
- DUCT TAPE: Necessity!