The following serves merely as a guide to jog your memory. Bring whatever you think you'll need. Be sure to pack any & all toiletry & any necessary medical supplies. There are no conveniences of any sort on the River!
Please prepare for being too hot or too cold, any time of year. Weather changes can be extreme: in the summer you might feel cold, and in the winter you can easily sun burn if not properly protected. Warning: sun over-exposure is our number one hazard!
We recommend always preparing to use the “three layer system’ of clothing. Remember, It's often colder on the river. Cotton clothing not recommended. Fleece dries quickly, and can be easily wrung out, as does poly-pro and silk. As in all seasons, prepare to get wet. Even though you might not intend to enter the water, there may be splashing water, waves, paddle drips, and rain is always a possibility, as well as a canoe overturn. Capsizes are rare. Regardless it's best to be prepared. We will perform any necessary rescue as quickly as possible, but you can help by wearing your lifejacket and wetsuit (winter only) properly and holding onto your paddle.
For more information on any of this, write mike@2muddy.com or call (314) 610-4241. There is no such thing as a "bad question!" |
