Equipment and Gear Checklist

Please review the following list of safety equipment and gear to bring when preparing for the paddle:

Safety Equipment:

As outlined by Transport Canada, the following safety equipment must be on board each watercraft:

  • one Canadian-approved personal flotation device or lifejacket of appropriate size for each person
life jacket
  • one buoyant heaving line of not less than 15 metres (49’3”) in length
 buoyant heaving line
  • paddlesat least one paddle


  • one bailer, minimum of 750 ml in size with a wide opening - an empty bleach container or 2 L pop bottle with the top cut off will work.
bailer
  • a sound-signalling device, such as a whistle
 whistle

Paddlers: It is your responsibility to ensure that all of the equipment listed is on board before you launch. If you are renting a canoe, please ensure that the rental company will provide the necessary safety equipment, or that you make arrangements to bring it yourself. TRCA will not supply this equipment; however we will have a limited number of throw bags containing 50 ft. of buoyant heaving line available for purchase at the launch.

Other Equipment and Gear:

bullets Travel mug and/or refillable water bottle - In our ongoing efforts towards sustainability, we are asking participants to bring their own mug and water bottles. Hot beverages and water will be provided at no charge.
bullets Dress in many layers, including a waterproof/windproof jacket. It is always windy and colder closer to the lake.
bullets Backpack or bag you can secure in your canoe
bullets Extra set of dry clothes sealed in plastic
bullets Sunscreen
bullets Sunglasses
bullets Hat and/or toque
bullets Gloves
bullets Sturdy boots or shoes
bullets Snacks for along the route (light snacks and refreshments will be provided at the launch, however, you may want to pack some additional items for your trip).
bullets Money (to purchase lunch at the take-out, merchandise, etc.)
bullets Identification