Kayak "dont forget" List

Just thought i'd pass this idea on that i use so i don't forget important articles needed to Kayak(like a seat). I made a complete list of anything i would ever need when going Kayaking in a word file and i print a copy out the night before to use as a checklist the next morning. For me it's invaluable.

Care to share your list Roy?   This is something that would make a good entry of the NWKA wiki.

I have a small moleskin notebook that I keep with my license.  In it on the first page is my general packing list.  On the next couple pages I have more specific check lists for different types of fishing: rockfish, sturgeon, salmon, etc..

I also keep directions to launches and tackle/bait shops, phone numbers to people I'm fishing with, and  tides for the day.   Sometimes I remember to add a journal entry for the day in the notebook when I'm done fishing to remember the conditions as well as the good times shared with others (I should do that more often).

Brian

ummm, where's the list??

Okay, I'll share my list.

The must haves...

Kayak
PFD
paddle
seat
wetsuit, dry pants, dry suit, or waders
paddle top or dry top
fishing license
booties or other footwear
hat (beanie and/or wide brim)
sun screen
knife
VHF radio
compass
paddle leash
float plan left with my wife
first aid kit
water bottle

The nice to haves..

kayak cart
GPS
camera w/ extra battery
cell phone
fish finder & battery pack
rod leashes
a couple small dry bags for (phone, wallet, keys, etc..)
a large dry bag for stowing some extra dry clothes
flares (when on the ocean)
head lamp
snack

And depending on what I'm fishing for..

different fishing rods
gaff, net, lip gripper
fishing tackle (hooks lures weights etc..)
anchor system
game clip or stringer
down rigger

here's mine:

Mirage Drive
Fishing License
First Aid Kit
Fishing Hat
Life Jacket
Thermals
Splash Top
Splash Bottom
Gloves
Hat/Beanie/Balaclava
Cell Phone   
Camera
Video Cam
leashes
Fishing Poles
Measuring Device
Towel
Sun Glasses
Fishing Gear
Fish Rag
Gaff
Flag
Paddle
Wet Shoes
Fish Finder
Radios
Compass
Anchor
Release Ropes(2)
Floats
Water
Snacks
KayakCart

Good idea, I don't know how many times I left the house and within a mile, had to return home for the Mirage Drive.

I usually pack my thing the night before so I don't forget anything.  I like the preprinted list idea a whole lot better.  This way there is no confusion

Good idea, I don't know how many times I left the house and within a mile, had to return home for the Mirage Drive.

I usually pack my thing the night before so I don't forget anything.  I like the preprinted list idea a whole lot better.  This way there is no confusion

When i first made my list, the next time i went out i forgot my seat of all things and i was thinking to myself, so much for the list idea  . when i got home and looked at the list i realized i forgot to put the seat on the list...

Haven't forgot anything since..