Paddling: Summer
- Plan for wet feet! Water-friendly shoes, water sandals, or neoprene booties with durable soles — all shoes must be secured to the feet; no flip-flops!
- Water* (we have free reverse-osmosis filtered water)
- Re-Usable Water Bottle* (Nalgene are 10% off for a trip)
- Synthetic t-shirt (short- or long-sleeved)
- Synthetic sun top (if wearing short-sleeved shirt / swimsuit top)
- Non-underwire bra (if applicable) (the wire can chafe arms)
- Quick-dry shorts, surf shorts/swim trunks, nylon pants, or workout tights / leggings
- Sunglasses and Lanyard*
- Sun Hat or Baseball Cap*
- Sunscreen*
- Paddling Gloves* (optional)
- Rain Gear
(lightweight poncho*/ waterproof shell, and rain pants) - Fleece Jacket or Long-Sleeved Warm Top Layer
- Camera / Phone
(we sell Koala Hangtimes to secure phones) - Extra set of clothes either left in your car or placed in a waterproof bag
(big zip-top bag, or even a garbage bag works) - Towel — left in your car (quick drying camp towel if you have one)
- Snack*
* Items available in our shop.
Paddling: Spring & Fall
Everything above, PLUS
- Wetsuits (we provide)
- Heavier windproof/ waterproof coat
- Synthetic or fleece base layer
- Wool or fleece socks
- Warm fleece or wool hat
- Gloves or mittens (non-cotton)
Day Hiking/Nature Walks
- Water* (we have free reverse-osmosis filtered water)
- Re-Usable Water Bottle* (Nalgene are 10% off for a trip) (2 liters for shorter trips / 4 liters for full-day)
- Snack*
- Binoculars/ Camera
- Light-Weight Hiking Boots or Sturdy Trail/Walking Shoes (broken in)
- Jacket / Sweatshirt
- Extra Pair of Socks
- Rain Gear
(lightweight poncho*, waterproof hooded parka, and rain pants) - Sunglasses*
- Sunscreen*
- Sun or Baseball Hat*
- Insect Repellent* (including ticks)
- Hiking Poles/Trekking Pole*
- Day Pack*
- Field guide of special interest to you
* Items available in our shop.
Biking
- Water*
- Bike-Suitable Water Bottle(s)
- Snacks*
- Sunglasses*
- Appropriate Closed-Toed Shoes
(no flip flops!) - Camera (optional)
- Day Pack*
- Insect Repellent*
- Biking Gloves* (optional)
- Rain Gear
- Extra Clothes (not cotton, if the weather looks iffy)
* Items available in our shop.