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Kids Paddling Checklist

Most children are drawn to water like flowers to the sun. It's an attraction we encourage you to encourage. Get them out on paddle trips early and often. Help keep your amphibious offspring comfortable and safe in the boat or during swims (planned or unplanned) with this handy checklist.


Checklist

Kids Watersports Gear

Sandals

Fleece

Pants and top

Rainwear (jacket and pants)

Synthetic, wool or neoprene socks

Lightweight long sleeve shirt (for sun protection)

Wicking top and/or long underwear (tops/bottoms)

Short sleeve shirt

Wetsuit – Youths'

Dry top or drysuit

Gloves / pogies / mitts

Rain hat / toque

Quick-drying shorts / pants

Sun hat

Kids Camping Gear

Backpack

Tent, tarp, or bivy sack

Sleeping bag

Sleeping pad

Camping permits (if needed)

Stove and fuel

Cooking and eating utensils

Water treatment or filter

Toiletries (including toilet paper)

The Essentials

Compass

Trip plan (left with a friend)

Food

Headlamp / flashlight

First-aid kit

Matches in waterproof case

Fire starter

Knife

Water

Repair kit

Sunglasses / Sunscreen

Canoe Gear

Canoe

Paddle

Personal floatation device

Bilge pump or bailer

Emergency float line

Extra paddle

Repair kit

Emergency signaling devices

Z-Drag Rescue Equipment

Throw bag

Pulleys

Prussiks

Carabiners

Extra Items

Barometer

Binoculars

Rope

Camera and accessories

Notebook and pencil

Deck of cards

Watch or alarm clock

GPS