Sea Kayaking • Trips

Sea Kayaking • Trips (SK)

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Trips are open to all Mountaineers who have graduated from any Mountaineers basic sea kayaking course. Sign up is with the leader directly, in advance. Please let the leader know as soon as possible if you cannot make the trip so another may go in your place. The èsea kayak essentialsî as listed below are required. Please see the Seattle Sea Kayaking section for additional recommended equipment that may be required by a leader for a specific trip.

Sea Kayaking Essentials

In addition to the ten essentials, the following 12 items are required on all trips:

1. Flotation at both ends of the Kayak
2. PFD (USCG approved)
3. Paddle
4. Paddle tether
5. Spray skirt
6. Bilge pump with flotation
7. Self-rescue paddle float
8. Whistle or air horn
9. 50 ft. floating tow rope
10. Waterproof flashlight or chemical lightstick
11. Repair Kit (duct tape)
12. Waterproof bag with extra clothing.