This is the list (minus the menus) that I use when packing for a trip in or around Florida. I don’t bring every item on every trip, nor should you! Feel free to use or modify it any way that suits you. Share it with your friends!

Trip Equipment List

Boat
Canoe/kayak
stakeout pole/anchor/bailer
small tool/repair box
Paddles- one per person plus spare
PFD one per person
Whistle
Bow/stern lines

Miscellaneous
waterproof pack(s)
first aid kit
maps and compass
nylon cord
ziplock bags
small trash bags
matches
sunblock
bug spray

Fishing
fly, spin rods
small conventional tackle box
fly bag
leader materials

House
Tent w/ no-see-um screen
Paint brush (tent broom)
Ground cloth
Sleeping mat
Sleeping bag
pillow (small)
nylon cord
tarp
pee bottle

Clothes
sneakers/sandals
3 pair baggy light pants
1 pair shorts
4 jerseys
Underwear as needed
belt
socks- wool best
bandanas
warm long sleeve shirt
hoodie
watch cap and gloves
raingear
buff
hat and sunglasses
laundry bag
waders and wading shoes

Personal
Towel(s)
toilet tissue
pocketknife
toothy stuff
nail clipper
small flashlight
eye/sunglasses
camera
notebook and pencil
soap/shampoo
repair kit (needle and thread, duct tape, etc.)
phone, battery, and solar charger
prescription medicines

Kitchen
Stove and fuel
Matches/lighter
small, medium, large pots, handle
colander
fry pan
salt, pepper, spices
Bowl, Cup, Spoon
Dish soap and sponge, towels
Food containers
cooler/food box