Regatta participants are responsible to supply all items needed to safely complete race; not limited to items listed below. You should expect to be out on the water anywhere from two to five hours depending on river flow and your paddling pace

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Required:
Boat
Paddle
US Coast Guard approved floatation device (life jacket)
Water shoes or sneakers (flip flops don't work at all on slippery rocks in fast moving water)

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Recommended:
Water, mineral water, or sports drinks in insulated, easily opened water bottle(s)
Power bars, nut mixes, fruit
Sunglasses
Cap/Hat
Sun block
Lip Balm
Quick drying clothing in layers
Rain jacket (if weather threatens)
Whistle 
Cell phone (for emergency purposes in waterproof container) - Note that cell service on the river is spotty
Paddle gloves
Tools necessary for minor boat repair
Bowline or Length of Rope
Drybags
Personal first aid kit
Boat sponge