EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING LIST 

Be sure that all your gear does not exceed 18 kg (40 lbs.) The aircraft we charter have strict load limits. Pack and weigh everything you need before you leave home. You cannot rely on obtaining last minute items in the North. Do not bring external frame packs. Some extra baggage, and traveling clothes can be stored at your point of departure.

Northern weather can change rapidly and one must prepare themselves accordingly. It is widely known that wool and synthetic fleece fabrics provide insulation even when wet.  Cotton, however, loses its insulating properties when wet and will actually draw heat away from your body through evaporation.  The careful selection of quality garments will enhance your enjoyment, especially in the case of early and late season departures on the more northern Rivers (e.g. Thelon River).

CLOTHING

Hat - to shield sun or rain

Warm Hat - Fleece or Wool

Bandana

Undershirt and long underwear -synthetic or wool-

Jacket - fleece, pile or wool

Bug Jacket or Headnet

Rain Gear - Good quality "water proof" jacket and pants such as coated nylon, Gore-tex   or equivalent

Wet suit - farmer John or Jane style (required for canoe trips - we supply)

Shirts - 2 long sleeve

T-shirts - 3

Warm Gloves or Mitts

Paddling Gloves -recommended for canoeing

Belt or suspenders

Shorts -1 pair Quick dry fabric such as nylon

Pants - 2 pair - quick dry fabric

Underwear

Bathing Suit

4 pair socks - synthetic and or wool

FOOTWEAR

Your choices are an important consideration for on the water, in camp and on the hiking trail.

For canoeing you generally have to live with wet feet. We have found that wet suit booties with soles or a combination of neoprene socks with water sandals or runners work best.

For rafting, dry feet are preferred. We recommend rubber boots with wool socks for cool days and water sandals alone or with neoprene socks for warmer days. In camp, we suggest water sandals or light hiking shoes. Hiking shoes with good support are needed for off River explorations.

Wet suit boots / Neoprene socks

Rubber boots (Rafting only)

Water sandals and neoprene socks (Canoeing)

Hiking shoes