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Packing List
Clothing
Two-piece rain suit - a must for protection against the cold river water!
2 pair quick-drying shorts
2 swimsuits (women may find a 2-piece suit or sports bra & jogging shorts convenient)
1 pair long pants (nylon or cotton/polyester for quick drying)
Shirts (at least one long-sleeved shirt for sun protection)
Lightweight cotton pants or shorts & shirt for camp
Socks, some underwear (you'll probably be wearing a swimsuit under shorts while on the river )
Sport sandals are prefered footwear
Be sure your shoes are broken in and that you bring socks
Fleece jacket for camp or to wear under rain suit in cooler weather
Sun hat with retainer
Personal Items
Plenty of sunscreen lotion (a must)
Lip balm with sunscreen
Lotion
Biodegradable soap and shampoo in small bottles
Sport water bottle for hikes
Daypack
Small towel and washcloth
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Small pack of tissues
Flashlight & extra batteries (headlamps work best)
Insect repellant (small container)
Sunglasses with retainer
Camera in a padded case and plenty of film (disposable and waterproof cameras work very well)
Feminine hygiene products (optional)
Money (You'll want to keep some cash with you on the trip for gratuities for your guides - generally 5-10% of the trip cost)
Pen and paper or small notebook/ marker
1 small carabiner for hooking on cup or fanny pack (optional)
A few ziplock bags are handy for organizing or to seperate a wet wash cloth
Backpack with internal frame to carry gear for hike into the canyon
** SPRING AND FALL TRIPS - neoprene gloves & footwear (optional), stocking cap, fleece &/or polypropylene for warmth to wear under rain suit or in camp
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