What To Bring

Below is information for Beginner Whitewater Practice Clinics.

Please message or chat with us if you have any additional questions.

REMEMBER: Whitewater practice sessions are held at the Old Angler’s parking area at 10801 Macarthur Blvd., Potomac, Maryland 20854.

WHAT TO BRING

The following list of things to bring are mandatory for your comfort, safety, and enjoyment of your on-water (and in-water) experience with us. Upon completing the 101 lesson, past students have provided feedback that we “should have been more emphatic” about the need to bring these specific items, even though we were. The Potomac can be very warm in July and August, but you’ll need all this stuff, and eventually a semi dry top, as you get psyched and continue to paddle for at least three seasons.

• Kayaker’s nose plugs (we’re giving you a free pair at your 101 lesson, don’t leave them on your loaner helmet or lose them)
• Performance base layer or rash guard that dries fast (for wicking)
• Surf trunks (can be worn over neoprene pants or shorts and without)
• Simple and low profile wet shoes or booties without laces or straps
• One liter of water
• Waterproof snack (Clif Bar, etc.)
• Allergy medication (We require medications for all severe reactions such as bee stings, peanuts, asthma, etc.) and small dry bag to store it
• Sunglasses with strap
• Hide A Key and or small dry bag – Please stash your own key and belongings on your car or person during events.
• Sunscreen
• Towel and change of clothes

Glasses or Contact Wearers

If you wear eyeglasses or contact lenses, make sure to also be prepared with the following items:

• Eyeglass strap (so you don’t lose your expensive prescription lenses).
• Note to those who wear contacts: Bring extra. You will need to close your eyes while underwater. (Swim goggles don’t work that well. A well-fitting dive mask is ok while learning to roll.)

Optional Items

We recommend bringing the following items, though they are optional:

• Tip for instructors
• Q-Tips
• Ear wash