Boating gear list

Scouts (with your parents), you are responsible for bringing the following gear.

Remember, all gear should be named.

WhatDescriptionWhy
WET SUITlong sleeve if you have onekeeps you warm if you land in the water - worn over polyprops creates a warm layer between you and the wet suit
CLOSED TOE SHOESbeach shoes, booties, old trainers or sand shoes - not crocs or plastic shoesprotection from rocks, stones, shells, boats and ropes
SHORTS(optional)worn over the wet suit to protect the wet suit bottom
THERMAL LONG SLEEVE TOP and FULL LENGTH LEGGINGSpolyprops or merino are goodwhen wet they retain very little of the water and warm up again quickly - worn under your wet suit next to your skin.
POLAR FLEECE or WOOLEN JERSEY(optional)as another layer if gets cold
SPLASH JACKETlight rain jacket or similarfor wind protection
SOCKSwool are bestlayer to keep your feet warm
WhatDescriptionWhy
SUNHAT or CAP BEANIEin case it gets cold – almost guaranteed
FULL WATER BOTTLEstay hydrated
SUN BLOCKhigher factor numbers are preferredprotection against the sun, even in winter
SAILING GLOVES(optional) - cheap cycling gloves are okayfor handling sheets ropes or oars
SUN GLASSES(optional) - plastic UV resistantprotection against the sun for your eyes
WhatDescriptionWhy
TOWELSto dry yourself afterwards
CHANGE OF CLOTHESdry clothes to get into when you are finished water activities
PLASTIC BAG or BOAT BUCKETfor your wet gearto put wet gear in so that your don't wet all your dry things in your boat bag or bucket

No COTTON clothing is allowed for boating.
No JANDALS ever!

Shoes, hats and life jackets are compulsory for boating.

Life Preservers are a must when going on the water.  They can be found in the Scout Den.