Life Jackets and Safety Gear

Before heading out onto the water, you must be prepared with the bare safety essentials including a PFD (life jacket), throw bag, whistle, river knife and a first aid kit. Other safety items include rescue kits, helmets, carbiners, pulleys, prusik cord, z drag + unpin kits, and tubular webbing. Check your local resources for a swiftwater rescue class if you haven't already. Similar to touring, you want to: Know Before You Go