Checklist - Paddling

Essentials Kayak hatch/covers/lids flotation Paddle Spray Skirt PFD Whistle Float Plan	Paddling Clothing Wetsuit Gloves Pogies Booties
Paddle Gear	Clothing
Pump Sponge Spare Paddle Towline Long Towline Short Rescue knife Paddle Float Sling Sea Anchor Deck bag Helmet Cockpit cover Paddle leash	Warm hat Sun hat Rain Jacket Rain pants Rain hat UV- protective shirt Paddling shoes Thermal top Thermal long johns Fleece jacket Fleece pants underwear Wocks Swimsuit Warm gloves
Navigation	Shore Gear
Chart/ Map tide Tables Map case Kayak deck compass Watch Binoculars Weather radio (short wave) GPS Navigation tools Waterproof notebook Signaling Whistle Mobile Phone and water proof case VHF radio and water proof case Rocket Flares Hand held flares Signal mirror Torch Smoke Chemical glow stick V sheet Dye marker Strobe light EPIRB	Space Blanket Lighter Knife Insect Repellent Tarp Toilet Paper Trowel Water filter Water Purification Tablets First Aid kit Repair kit Duct Tape Epoxy Spare batteries/bulb Multi-tool Cord Lighter Rudder Spares Needle and thread Seam Sealer Wire
Personal Gear on deck	Bivouac Gear (Minimum for unexpected overnight)
Glasses and spare Sunglasses and spare Eyewear straps Sunscreen Lipbalm Bandana/scarf Water bottle or Hydration system Food	Bivy Bag Candle/Lantern Hammock Tarp Fire starters Cooking pot Stove Water Filter Water purification tablets Sleeping Bag Sleeping pad Camp saw
Personal Gear stored	Optional
Wallet Cash Contact Phone numbers Float plan copy Car keys	Fishing Gear Fishing license Journal, pens and pencils Book Camera Film Batteries Playing cards