Checklist for a Canoe trek (a week on the river)
Use common sense about adding things; this is not an exhaustive list. Keep in mind that stowage space in a canoe is limited, and too much gear will make the canoe harder to steer. Remember that you will have to load and unload the entire canoe twice every day. You will have to tie EVERYTHING securely into the canoe. Food and sleeping bag must be kept Completely waterproof.
Personal Equipment
* duffel bag or pack w/o frame (use 2 heavy trash bags to waterproof)
* swim trunks or gym shorts
* tennis shoe (which will get wet)
* 3 t-shirts or tank tops
* long-sleeved shirt
* extra shorts
* long trousers
* hat with sun visor (preferably with ear protection)
* 3 pair under pants (under wear)
* 1-3 pair socks
* warm sweater or jacket
* rain gear
* sleeping bag (fully waterproof with trash bags)
* sleeping pad
* bandana or handkerchief
* Toilet articles ( don't forget much TP & pooper scooper)
* repair kit (needle, thread, safety pins)
* 2 large towels and 1 small towel
* insect repellent (stick or liquid, no glass)
* suntan lotion
* personal eating gear (spoon, fork, plate, cooking utensils)
* pocket knife
* flashlight with extra batteries and bulb
* knee pad (extra towel, etc, not a life jacket)
* medical form & permission form turned into your Scoutmaster
* extra trash bags for waterproofing
* water bottle
* personal first aid kit
* Water proof matches or lighter
Optional
* sunglasses
* camera & film ( might get wet)
* extra sneakers
* strap for sunglasses
* Umbrella (for shade & sailing)
* large sponge (to mop up water in bilge)
* fanny pack (for convenience items like camera, sunscreen, etc)
Pair Equipment
* over night shelter
* iodine water purification tablets
* fresh water supply (minimum 5 gallons per canoe)
* 15 m/50 ft of rope for lashing gear into canoe
* cooler with ice
Optional
* bungee cord (for lashing canoes together)
* small, light weight wooden racks to put in bilge
* inflatable raft, frisbee, etc.
* water purification system (like First Need)
Gear For Each Cooking Pair
* food in water proof bags
* cooking gear
* stove ( one-burner backpack type)