Standard PACK List

What to bring on any PACK outing. Your trip leader may add to it in the event. Camping overnight? Also see Packing Considerations for Primitive Kayak Fishing.

Required by the Coast Guard

• A PFD (life jacket) for each person, worn at all times. Inflatable PFDs must be worn.
• A whistle or air horn you can reach quickly.
• A white light if you paddle between sunset and sunrise.
• Night distress signals (flares or a strobe) on coastal waters between sunset and sunrise.

The details are on Kayak Safety and Survival Considerations.

Every PACK trip

• VHF radio for communication and emergency contact
• First aid kit
• Lunch, water, snacks
• Kayak drift sock
• Anchor and/or stake-out stick
• Foul weather gear / rain gear

Good to have

• A backup paddle
• Dry bags or watertight containers secured to the kayak
• Bilge pump and sponge
• Sunscreen, bug spray, a hat, and layers for the weather
• A change of dry clothing
• Cell phone in a waterproof case
• A strap to secure your glasses
• Head lamp or flashlight
• Trash bags: leave only tracks behind