
NRS
Havoc Helmet - Unisex

NRS
Havoc Helmet - Unisex

North Water
4-Bailer

Garmin
eTrex 32X GPS

Level Six
X-Traction Pin Kit

Level Six
Compact Quick Throw Bag

Garmin
inReach Messenger Plus

Garmin
GPSMAP 65S

SPOT
Gen4 Satellite Messenger

Garmin
eTrex 22X GPS

North Water
Pro Throw Line 3/8" SpectrA

Garmin
GPSMAP 65

Silva
58 Kayak Compass

SPOT
Spot X 2-Way Satellite Messenger

NRS
Sea Kayak Paddle Float

Suunto
MC-2/G/6400 Compass

NRS
Canoe 3D Solo Flotation Bag

North Water
PFD Quick Release Sea Link

NRS
Basic Touring Safety Kit - Unisex

Silva
Compass 16DCL-6400 MILS/360 Degrees

North Water
Pig Tail with Paddle Carabiner

NRS
Neso Whitewater Helmet - Unisex

Silva
Compass Expedition S

North Water
PRO Throw Line 1/4" SpectrX

North Water
PRO Throw Line 3/8" SpectrX

Silva
Compass Ranger S

North Water
Micro Tow Line

NRS
Foam Paddle Float

North Water
Dynamic Tow Line Pro 35'

NRS
Canoe 3D End Flotation Bag

North Water
Wedge Poly Throw Bag

North Water
Pro Throw Line 1/4" SpectrA

WRSI
Current Helmet - Unisex

NRS
Canoe Centre Flotation Bag

Garmin
BlueChart g2 Canada Micro SD/SD Card

Level Six
Coil Paddle Leash

Gladding Braided Products
9mm Polypro Floatline

Fox 40
Micro Whistle with Breakaway Lanyard

Backroad Mapbooks
BC Fishing Hwy 24 & Land of Hidden Waters Waterproof Map

Level Six
Paddle Carabiner

Backroad Mapbooks
East Kootenay BC Waterproof Map

Silva
Compass Ranger

MEC
One Buoyant Heaving Line

Silva
Pocket Compass

Backroad Mapbooks
Central Alberta

Backroad Mapbooks
Southern Ontario

Level Six
Boaters Kit

Maps by Jeff
South Algonquin Paddler's Map

Maps by Jeff
Central Algonquin Paddler's Map

Backroad Mapbooks
Northern BC Mapbook

Level Six
Tow Line

Backroad Mapbooks
Vancouver Island South BC Waterproof Map

Backroad Mapbooks
Nova Scotia Mapbook
No matter what kind of water you’re spending your day on, safety should always be at the forefront of your mind. Boat safety equipment will keep you prepared in case of emergency – anything from a bit of bad weather to a passenger going overboard.
The first and simplest way to stay safe on the water is to know where you’re going. Marine navigation tools can help you stay on the right path while you’re out and even help you find your way back if things go awry. As with any tool, make sure you know how to use them before you head out – a compass won’t do you any good on the water if you don’t know how to read it.
Paddle floats, throw bags and whistles are all great options to keep on deck. They’re all tools you can use in rescue scenarios, high stakes or otherwise, and being prepared is half the battle. And for whitewater outings, paddling helmets are a must – simple as that.
Looking for more guidance? Check out our article covering on-water safety: mandatory gear to learn about the safety gear Transport Canada requires you to carry on the water.