overnight kayaking trip gear list

You've decided to take a paddle into Kenai Fjords National Park with Sunny Cove and it's time to start packing. Now you're wondering, "How cold will it be?" "What if it rains?" "Can I bring my camera?" We've assembled this list to assist you in making good decisions about the type of gear to bring. Some items on this list are necessary and some are just fun to have along for the ride. We've broken the list into four categories, 'Clothing', 'Personal Items', 'Equipment', 'Extras' and 'We'll Provide'. This list is based on what is needed for a three-day adventure. Please be sure to make adjustments if you are participating in a two, four or five-day excursion. Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions.

Clothing

Synthetic Under Layers

• Think about layering, light to mid-weight polypro, wool or synthetic materials, rather than utilizing bulky, heavy layers. We generally suggest bringing a layer to wear while paddling, a layer for sleeping (can act as a second paddling layer if necessary) and a third layer as a back-up should one of your first two layers gets wet.

• Do not pack any cotton layers. Cotton does not dry quickly and will not keep you warm when wet. Even your socks and underwear should be synthetic.

Synthetic Jacket

• This should be either a pull-over or full zip polypro, wool or synthetic jacket.

Synthetic T-Shirt

• Hey, there's nothing wrong with being optimistic. If we experience mild, sunny days you'll be greatful you have a t-shirt.

Waterproof Jacket and Pants

• Gore-Tex (or similar waterproofing) will work well in most cases, however, if the forecast looks wet for the duration of the trip we may recommend rubberized rain gear. If you'd rather wait to see how the forecast pans out you can pick up rubberized rain gear in Seward. Skip water resistant or inexpensive raingear. It's much easier to enjoy Alaska's liquid sunshine when you're warm and dry.

Socks

• Expect to change your socks often...dry feet are happy feet. Pack one pair for each day of paddling, one pair to sleep in and one pair as back up. Remember, cotton socks will not keep you comfortable. Your socks should be synthetic or wool.

Gloves, Hat, Shoes

• We'll provide pogies to help keep your hands warm, but a pair of inexpensive, neoprene fishing gloves can provide additional warmth. We also recommend a pair of light-weight fleece gloves to wear while in camp.
• An insulated hat will help keep your head warm while paddling or in camp. A brimmed cap (ball cap or visor) is helpful on sunny days or can be combined with the insulated cap if cool and rainy.
• We're going to give you a pair of waterproof, knee-high rubber boots to wear but you may want a pair of shoes to wear in camp. Waterproof or water resistant hiking shoes are a good choice for camp shoes.

Personal Items

Sunglasses, with a strap

Spare Prescription Glasses (if needed)

Spare Contact Lenses (if needed)

Sunscreen, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Wet Wipes, Medications (if needed), Bug Repellant

• Odor free if possible, we'll be camping in bear country.
• We suggest you store all toiletries in a gallon Ziploc bag with your name written on it. We'll keep this bag in the bear box at camp.

One Liter Water Bottle

Pocket Knife

Head Lamp and Batteries

Equipment

Sleeping Bag and Sleeping Pad

• Synthetic only...down fill and rain don't mix. We suggest 0°-20° bag. bag. You can rent a bag, pad and pillow from us for only $15.

Tent

• Must be a waterproof three or four-season tent with a foot print. Let us bring a tent for you. We use high-quality three-season tents which include a rain fly and foot print.

Extras

Camera with Spare Batteries and Storage Cards

• You're going to want to take LOTS of pictures. We'll make sure you have a dry bag to store your camera and other items you may need while paddling.

Reading Material

Journal and Pen

Binoculars

We'll Provide

20 or 30 Liter Dry Bag (1)

• This bag is for your personal belongings, clothing, etc. If you decide to bring your own sleeping bag and pad we'll provide an additional dry bag.

10 Liter Dry Bag (1)

• This bag is for small items, cameras, snacks and spare clothing while you're paddling.

Spray Skirt

Pogies

Rubber Boots

Personal Flotation Device

Baggage you will not need on your kayak trip may be stored with Sunny Cove. Sunny Cove does not have a secured storage space. Valuables should be taken with you or stored elsewhere. If you're staying in a hotel in Seward they may have storage facilities too. Sunny Cove assumes no responsibility for damage or loss to personal belongings that are stored on any of our premises or taken on any Sunny Cove tours.

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Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking Company operates under permits with Kenai Fjords National Park, Chugach National Forest and Alaska State Parks.

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