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A sea kayak with rudder suitable for open
water
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Lightweight paddle and spare paddle
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Spray skirt/cockpit cover
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U.S. Coast Guard approved personal
flotation device (readily accessible)
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Marine whistle, bell or horn within easy
reach
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Flares and flare gun
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Marine radio
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Waterproof GPS and extra batteries
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Deck compass
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Pertinent maps, NOAA charts and tide charts
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Cell phone (although some areas may be out
of range)
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Personal satellite tracking
system (can give outgoing message where cell phones do not work)
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First aid kit (ace bandage, butterfly
bandages, asst. bandaids, snake bite kit, moleskin, eyedrops, tweezer,
scissors, cold/hot pads)
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Medication (bi-ox, Tylenol, anti-itch cream,
antifungal cream, diarrhea tablets, sinus/cold,
antacid, painkiller, antibiotic, vomiting medication, nasal spray, seasick pills,
thermometer)
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Towline
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Bilge pump/sponge/paddle float
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Paddle Leash
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Dry bags, deck bag and chart case (for map
and GPS)
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Sunscreen, sun hat, waterproof sunscreen, and
long-sleeved, light-colored shirts
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Polarized sunglasses
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Insect repellent, head net, and net clothing
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Rain gear
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Appropriate clothing for anticipated weather
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Water containers and easily accessible water
bottle
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Lightweight camp stove, fuel container and
funnel
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Matches or lighter
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Mess kit
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Tent with fine mesh screen and rain fly
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Sleeping bag
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Flashlight and/or head lamp
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Several feet of cord
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Small trowel
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Toilet paper
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Garbage bags
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Pocket multi-tool
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Repair items (duct tape, nails/screws, epoxy
putty, super glue, aquaseal)
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Biodegradable soap and scrubbie
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Dish towel
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Ziplock bags
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Sewing kit
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Dental supplies
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Optional items include binoculars,
walkie-talkies, paddling gloves, folding stool, folding toilet seat,
sleeping pad, inflatable pillow, battery operated tent fan,
camera, and a tarp for use as a
camp rain fly or ground cover.
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