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Paddling trip

Dress for the water, not the air.

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Required on the boat

Lifejacket or PFD that fits, wornHow
WhistleHow
Buoyant heaving line, 15 m
Bailer or pump
Light if out near dark

Safety

Spare paddleHow
Paddle float and a practised self rescueHow
Dry bag with warm clothes
Phone or VHF in a waterproof caseHow
First aid kitHow
Trip plan left with someoneHow

Clothes

Wetsuit or drysuit if the water is coldHow
No cotton
Hat and sunglasses on a strap
Paddling gloves

Before you launch

Wind and weather checkedHow
Tide checked on salt water
Route and landing spots known

Wolf Wilds

Private. Works with no signal once it has been opened.

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