Canoe the Wye
Kit List
These trips have been operated by AAA Hiking since 2013, usually with two events each year and given our experiences, we have refined this kit list
We recommend that you bring the following to ensure an enjoyable, safe, and comfortable time on one of our AAA Hiking Adventures.
The Recommended Extras are the items that will ensure you are more comfortable and provide you with a better and more comfortable experience.
The following list represents AAA's best guide for the kit and equipment to maximise your activity.
Essentials
Sleeping bag
ideally 3 season
Roll mat or inflatable mattress
If it requires a pump, ensure you have access to one
Appropriate footwear for canoeing
Trainers or old Converse-type shoes, etc..
DO NOT WEAR flip flops or loose-fitting shoes as they come off and float away when you most need protection on your feet.
Torch or headlight
Waterproof jacket.
This is England, and it's known to rain sometimes.
Warm clothing for the canoe
You will be exposed to the weather, both on the water and at the campsite.
Cash to pay for dinner and drinks on Saturday evening
Dry Bag to hold your valuables.
These will be put in a watertight drum, so a zip lock bag should be fine.
Water container
Sufficient to hold sufficient for personal consumption (min 2 litres)
Personal towels & toiletries
Showers exist; they are basic.
Warm jackets for sitting outside at night.
Sunscreen
ideally waterproof
Mobile phone.
Any medication that you require.
Inhalers or Anti-histamines/Anti-Allergy Medication
Sun hat (Essential if it's as warm as last year)
Recommended Extras
These are the items that make the difference
A rug or a Folding chair for sitting on the grass around the campfire
Suitable attire for a swim in the river if you so choose
Food – High-energy, low-weight snacks are ideal.
Outfit for dinner on Saturday
Karibina - Useful for securing items such as bottles of water to your canoe
Camera (Ideally waterproof or in a waterproof container
Spare batteries for the torch.
Glasses wearer, A cord to secure your glasses to your head or a floaty cord, should they fall in the water. Your host might have some to sell as a last measure.
Luxury Items (nice to have)
Water pistol
The following blog posts might provide insight into an event and or equipment. We hope you find them useful.
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