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Each Participant should have the following personal equipment:
- 1 sleeping bag and stuff sack (light, summer weight, synthetic recommended. Cotton fill is unacceptable) -May be rented for $5.00
- 1 ultra-light, ¾ length therma-rest pad and stuff sack. -Very limited rentals available for $10 (The one you need is Therma-rest's smallest, self-inflating pad. It is their thinnest and ¾ length. We strongly recommend you purchase the appropriate stuff sack with it.).
- 1 brimmed hat
- 1 hat for warmth (optional)
- 1 rain jacket - Limited supply available for rent for $5
- 1 fleece or wool sweater
- 1 long sleeve shirt - synthetic or blend recommended.
- 2-3 T-shirts
- 1 rain pants, wind pants, or synthetic long pants - Limited supply available for rent for $5
- 2 nylon shorts
- 1 swim suit
- Underwear if you are not comfortable with shorts or swimsuit as such.
- 3 pr socks - one wool or synthetic recommended.
- 1 pr wet shoes - Canvas sneakers recommended, boots that can hold up to water are okay
- 1 pr camp shoes - running shoes recommended. Sandals, clogs and moccasins are not acceptable
- Light - headlamp recommended (LED lights especially)- and spare batteries. - Limited supply available for rent for $5.00
- 1 Qt. wide-mouth nalgene bottle (captive cap recommended). - If you don't have one, we strongly recommend you purchase a GORP water bottle from us for $5.
- 1 pr sunglasses with UV protection
- 1 bandanna (optional, but recommended
- 1 pocket knife (optional, but recommended)
- 1 small paperback novel and/or journal (In zip-lock bag)
- toothbrush, toothpaste and floss
- toiletries as needed. - See note.
- glasses and spare or contacts if applicable (glasses recommended over contact lenses. Serious medical issues can arise from contact lens wear while canoeing. Really.)
Note: As this is a backcountry trip, people generally keep toiletries to a minimum. Females please note that this kind of living situation can change monthly cycles. Be prepared.
PFDs are provided free of charge, but if you have your own, feel free to bring it.
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