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Overnight Gear
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Gear provided by Bearpaw River Expeditions
- wetsuits and booties
- paddling jacket
- warm fleece pullover
- helmet
- eating utensils and plates
- life jacket
- complete meals - lunch 1st day to lunch 2nd day
- waterproof bag
- drinks - water, juice, popular variety of sodas
- cup
- sleeping bag (upon request)
- ground cloth
- pillow
- tent
- sleeping pad - waterproof bags for your sleeping gear and clothing are 15" diameter x 24" high
Gear to bring for your river trip
- socks - wool or polypropylene. To be worn under booties
- river sandals/shoes - warm weather trips
- long underwear - medium weight polypropylene or a similar, water wicking material. This is often a good item to wear under your wetsuit.
- pile sweatshirt - when weather dictates, this is also good to wear under your wetsuit.
- stocking cap
- gloves - wool, neoprene, or polypropylene
- sunglasses with a safety strap
- sun screen
- water bottle with a sturdy clip (if you would like to have it in the boat)
Recommended clothing - camp clothing
- swim suit
- t-shirt
- shorts - quick drying
- long pants - quick drying
- shoes - for camp/walking
- socks - a pair for camp (cotton is okay)
- hat
- rain gear
- jacket - fleece or pile with wind/rain resistant shell
Additional gear to bring (optional)
- lotion
- toothbrush and tooth paste
- comb and brush
- wash cloth
- towel
- biodegradable soap
- chap stick
- stuff sack - to keep clothes separated
- disposable cameras - waterproof is good
- flash light
- fishing gear and a current license
- extra beverages - (no glass please) Liquor, wine, canned-beer, specialty pop, etc.
Cotton is a non-water wicking material and should never be worn on the river.
Polypropylene, fleece, pile, bunting, capeline, ect, are a few examples of the trade names for a
class of synthetic materials that retain their ability to insulate when wet.
There is a greater chance of inclement weather on trips in April, May and early June.
On mid to late season trips (June and July), you will probably never need to use several items
on the previous list. However, it is a good idea to be prepared for changing weather conditions.
For comfort and warmth we urge you to be properly prepared.
Please NOTE: The Lochsa is an extremely exciting river and there will be little time for anything
other than paddling while on the boat. Because of this, expensive cameras, binoculars, fishing equipment,
etc, will be for camp use only. Please keep your river gear light and compact, the less you bring on the
river the happier you will be.
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