Have you ever planned a multi-day kayaking trip? The idea of going kayaking for the day always excites me. Getting to spend a few quality hours on the water away from everything is as invigorating as it is therapeutic. So going kayaking for several days on end? Let’s just say I feel like a new person coming back from those paddles. The only trouble is that sometimes planning these multi-day trips can be a hassle. What to pack is often one of the things new overnight paddlers have trouble with. With this in mind, I have compiled a brief list of items to get you thinking about what you should bring on your trip. This list is not exhaustive, but the below are items that no kayaker should be without when going on a multi-day adventure.
Drytop
Drypant
Pants (at least 1 pair synthetic or quick drying)
Shirts (at least 1 synthetic or quick drying)
Sandals or water shoes (while in the kayak)
Tennis shoes or boots (for camp)
Spray jacket and/or rain gear
Swimsuit
Paddling or synthetic gloves
Socks
Underwear and long underwear
-Camp gear
Tent w/rain fly and footprint, or hammock
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Camp stove w/fuel
Meals
Pot/pans
Utensils
Matches or lighter
Small camp chair (such as crazy creek)
-Other
First aid kit
Dry bags
GPS
Compass
Flashlight/headlamp
Spare paddle and PFD
Signaling devices (whistle, mirror)
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Hat
Throw rope
Knife
Snacks
Emergency water treatment
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