• Extra paddle per boat
• First Aid kit, insect repellant, sunscreen
• Bow and stern lines ( 15’ long)
• Anchor with rope 5 to 7 times per depth of water
• Hand bilge pump and large sponge to remove water from boat
• Inflatable bladders in open spaces of kayak or canoe for flotation if taking on water
• NAVIGATION – trail map, marine map and/or nautical chart of the Tampa Bay area and compass at a minimum. Handheld GPS unit is recommended for open-water trips
• Hats and sunglasses
• Waterproof storage bags
• Shoes

Source: "Paddle Manatee: A Guide to Area Canoe and Kayak Trails"