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What to Bring Packing Checklist
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We will try to help supply items you do not have
Note: We need lead time to do this!
Pack your running shoes or hiking shoes, quick dry pants, shorts and tops, fleece pullover or jacket for warmth.
No fancy clothes or fancy shoes are required or useful! Clothes that are made of wool or quick-dry materials such as synthetic fibers or polyester blends are best. Avoid cotton which takes too long to dry. Old running shoes are perfect!
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Paddling can include a wide range of weather—nights can be quite cool and days warm. Mostly it is sunny and occasionally it rains. Come prepared for diverse conditions. Pack only the essentials. There isn’t room for extras in the canoe!
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Some items are provided for you at base camp: canoes, packs, paddles, lifejackets, tents, cooking pots; as well as sunscreen, insect repellent, biodegradable soap, toothpaste, and feminine hygiene products. See the Packing Checklist below.
What to Bring Packing Checklist​
PDF Printable version of the Packing Checklist
Indicate what you are unable to bring. We will try to assist.
Be sure to include your name.
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REPLY
Send the list of items that you are unable to bring to dducette@united-church.ca
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Watch the packing Video from Northwaters
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What and how to pack for a canoe trip (sound on)
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Note: We use the packing checklist in the link above.
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Northwaters supplies the waterproof canoe packs for you.
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We are happy to try to help provide items you may be missing. -- Just give us ample lead time to help you.
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