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Prefer soft bags instead of backpacks (their rigid frames are harder to fit into canoes).All your gear can get wet, so pack items in zip lock bags or dry bags. Trash bags will not work well. If you don’t have a dry bag, pack items in multiple layers to increase water resistance.Donʼt over pack, but be prepared for possible changing weather conditions.As noted on the the Troop provides: tents, dining fly, stoves, cooking gear, and water filtration. Swim trunks or synthetic shorts Class B or other synthetic/poly shirt Water shoes, old tennis shoes, river sandals, etc - no flip flops or Crocs Hat for sun protection Waterproof/Dry bag(s) Optional - canoe seat Optional - wool or synthetics socks for comfort Optional - glovesWater bottleRain gear - jacket and pants Optional - sunglassesOptional - eye glass strapOptional - Paper and Pencil / Pen Synthetic shorts or pants - zip off pants are great Synthetic t-shirt Long sleeve shirt Socks - wool or synthetic Closed toe ShoesMess KitFlashlight / Headlamp plus extra batteriesSleeping bagSmall pillowSleeping padPersonal Items (toothpaste, toothbrush, and deodorant)Optional - Camp chair
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Grimes Canoeing Packing List
Paddling down the Buffalo River
This packing list works well for any canoeing trip, whether from Grimes Canoe Base or other area canoeing opportunities.
General Notes
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