PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
THIS IS THE SUGGESTED GEAR LIST FOR THIS PARTICULAR TRIP. HAVING THE RIGHT GEAR IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE IT THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPERIENCE FOR YOU. MOST OF THE GEAR LISTED YOU WILL HAVE OR YOU CAN USE YEAR-ROUND ON ANY OUTDOOR EXCURSION (FOOTBALL GAMES, BOATING, SKIING, ETC.). WE WANT YOU TO HAVE EVERYTHING YOU WILL NEED TO BE COMFORTABLE. HOWEVER, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT WE HAVE LIMITED SPACE AND WEIGHT CAPACITY ON THIS TRIP. PLEASE FEEL WELCOME TO CALL OUR OFFICE TO DISCUSS ANY QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE ABOUT GEAR.
PLEASE NO STEREOS, RADIOS OR WATCHES
GEAR PROVIDED:- we provide LIFE JACKETS, 2 WATERPROOF DUFFEL BAGS (one for sleeping bag, pad & ground cloth, and one for clothing), WATERPROOF DAY BAG for items you would like accessible during the day (dry shirt, suntan lotion, camera, etc.), and WETSUITS. You may use our SLEEPING BAGS, PADS, AND TENTS, or bring your own and receive a discount.
- SYNTHETIC SLEEPING BAG (WARM EVEN WHEN WET), PAD, TENT, GROUND CLOTH (for sleeping out under the stars and spread your gear on when necessary)
- BACKPACK (for the backpacking trips)
- FISHING GEAR
- RAIN GEAR... Good jacket and pants. Poncho’s aren’t enough. AVOID VINYL & CHEAP PLASTICS.
- LIGHTWEIGHT SHIRTS...one long sleeved.
- 1 PAIR LONG PANTS, synthetic are best
- SHORTS...synthetics dry faster - good to wear over swimsuit.
- SWIMSUIT...nylon is best because it dries faster.
- CAP TO BLOCK SUN, & WOOL HAT for cool evenings...a must for everyone. In case of wind attach with a shoe string.
- GLOVES OR MITTENS...synthetic or wool.
- WARM SHIRTS...wool or polarfleece (2 )
- LONG UNDERWEAR...polypro or capilene (not cotton) tops & bottoms.
- WARM JACKET...synthetic piles are popular because they are warm even when damp.
- FOOTWEAR: How comfortable your feet are will make a big difference in your enjoyment of the trip!
- HIKING BOOTS ...well broken in. No brand new boots please.
- SOCKS...3-4 pair,2 heavy (wool), fleece socks are also nice for in camp.
- THIN LINER SOCKS...nylon or synthetic, not cotton.
- RUNNING SHOES OR SANDALS...for around for camp and short hikes.
- NEOPRENE SOCKS (described on back side) and old running shoes… this is the best combination we’ve found for keeping your feet warm and safe on the river.
- SUNGLASSES AND TIES FOR GLASSES...protects against glare. Pack an extra pair of prescription glasses if worn (or if you wear contacts.)
- SUNTAN LOTION...maximum strength sun block & moisture lotion.
- CHAPSTICK
- INSECT REPELLENT
- FLASHLIGHT...small one is fine, headlamps work great.
- WATER BOTTLE...1 liter.
- CAMERA & FILM...bring more than you think you need, just in case.
- SMALL DAY OR FANNY PACK...for side excursions.
- POCKET KNIFE
- ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE...if desired (unbreakable containers).
We provide a major 1st Aid Kit, however we do recommend you bring your own preferred personal comfort drugs (Advil, Tylenol, Aspirin, Band-Aids, cold medicine).
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