what to bring on your canoe or kayak trip

​Once you’ve booked your trip we’ll send you a handy kit list with a few useful tips. The good news is that you don’t need much – canoeing on the River Severn or kayaking on the canal in Kinver is relaxed and accessible. Just come prepared for the weather and ready to enjoy the journey.

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We provide the canoe/kayak, paddles, buoyancy aids and a large dry bag for each canoe on the River Severn or a smaller one for your phone/wallet on the canal. 

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Clothing

• Light, comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting a little damp

• Wet shoes or water shoes if you have them

• Old trainers if you don’t have water shoes

• Lightweight trousers/shorts for canal trips (especially if heading to the pub afterwards as you are likely to get a wet bottom and legs)

 

Extra Layers

• Waterproof jacket in case the weather changes

• Jumper or fleece for cooler days

• Spare set of clothes (recommended for River Severn trips, especially in colder weather)

 

Sun Protection

• Sunglasses

• Suncream (the sun reflects strongly off the water)

 

Food & Drink

• A picnic or snacks to enjoy along the way

• Plenty of water

 

There are some lovely spots along the River Severn to pull over, stretch your legs and relax by the riverbank.

 

Things You’ll Be Glad You Brought

• Phone or camera for photos of the scenery and wildlife

• A small towel if you have one

 

For our Kinver canal kayak trips, many people like to bring a spare pair of trousers so they can change afterwards and enjoy a drink or one of the famous woodfired pizzas at The Vine Inn, right beside the canal.

 

Most importantly, bring a sense of adventure and a willingness to slow down and enjoy the journey.