Packing List

    This is a recommended list of clothing, personal items and gear to bring along on your rafting trip. Please contact us if you have any questions. Our staff will help you decide what to bring given your individual circumstances and trip itinerary.

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    General Information

      Each guest is provided with a large dry bag for storing clothing, personal items and other gear on multi-day trips. This bag will not be accessible during the day. Items needed during the day, such as sunscreen, medications, camera and rainwear can be stowed in a small pack for easy access on all trips.

      Most hotels will store excess luggage and valuables.

      Cash: For stops on the way to and from the river. Guests are welcome to purchase additional beverages (beer, wine and soft drinks) for their trip, and refreshments for the drive. Guides also accept gratuities for a job well done.

      Desolation Canyon Trips: Any additional beverages must be pre-ordered due to weight limitations on the charter flight.

Clothing Recommendations

    Cap with visor and leash (or string)

    Rain suit or poncho (rain suits are desirable if paddling an inflatable kayak on early season trips)

    Windbreaker or shell jacket for cool conditions

    Socks — wool or fleece are good choices for cool conditions

    Footwear — sneakers or river sandals with ankle support for river use, dry shoes for camp or hiking (thongs or flip-flops are not recommended for river use)

    Shirts — one long and one short sleeve shirt for multi-day trips

    Shorts

    Sunglasses secured with adjustable retainer

    Sweatshirt, sweater, fleece or warm jacket

    Jeans or sweatpants

    Bandana (to protect your neck or head)

    Handkerchief

    Swimwear

    Underwear

Personal Items

    Sunscreen lotion

    Lip balm

    Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc.)

    Towel and washcloth

    Facial tissues

    Prescription medications — please call our office if you need special storage for your medications.

    Non-prescription items such as pain reliever, antacid, antihistamine, etc.

Gear