Keeping track of and packing all the necessary gear for a northern river adventure can be tricky. That’s why Canadian River Adventures and Nahanni River Adventures send this helpful video check list to their clients pre-trip, so they’re sure to bring all the essentials that will keep them safe and comfortable on trip. If you’re planning your own northern river adventure you’ll find this packing list helpful. You might also be surprised by some of the items that make it on the list and the rationale behind them (really, rubber boots?).
“People report that the video makes preparation easier and they are better prepared for the weather and have a more enjoyable experience,” says the video creator, Neil Hartling. “When it is summer and 35 degrees Celcius down south, it helps to see the video to understand why a pair of fleece pants/tights and a puffy jacket are must-brings, and also why sun protection and shorts are a must in the land-of-the-midnight-sun. And, yes, you could be wearing both in the same day.”
What does good rain gear look like? What do you mean by rubber boots? How will it all fit in that river bag? Let the pros show you how to pack.
Packing for your river trip made easy from Neil Hartling on Vimeo.
