The following sea kayaker's checklist from Michael Hodgson's Adventure Network will help to plan your next sea kayaking adventure. Not all items listed will be needed on every trip. Pack only what you need and leave the rest at home. Remember, you've got to paddle what you pack.

Sea Kayaking

Sea Kayak Needs
Kayak (single or double with seat)
Paddle with drip rings
Spray skirt (two if paddling a double)
Front and rear float tubes
Collapsible spare paddle
Sponge
Bailing pump
Waterproof storage bags
Waterproof deck bag for storing essentials
Foot braces

Safety Essentials
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Water bottle or hydration system such as Camelbak, Ultimate Directions or Platypus
Water purification
Nylon cord (50 feet)
Waterproof/windproof matches
Headlamp (extra bulb and batteries)
Fire starter
Pocket knife
Toilet paper
Navigation charts
Compass
Emergency blanket
Whistle
Signal mirror and flares
Emergency snacks
Sun hat
Repair kit (tape, material to patch hull, pliers, nuts and bolts to fit boat parts)
Weather radio
Personal Floatation Device (Coast Guard Approved!)
Current tide tables
Waterproof watch

First Aid
Antibiotics
Antiseptics
Tylenol
Benadryl
Tincture of Benzoin
Sterile gauze pads
Roller gauze
Nonadherent dressing
One-inch adhesive tape
Steristrips
Ace wrap
Large compress
Moleskin
Second Skin
Tweezers
Bandage scissors
Irrigation syringe
Low-reading thermometer
SAM splint
Space blanket
Pencil and emergency report form
Emergency Phone Numbers and money for a phone call

Clothing
Paddling jacket
Long underwear (lightweight tops and bottoms. Synthetic is best or wool / synthetic/cotton blend)
Wet suit jacket and pants or shorts
Paddling shorts
Wet suit gloves or poggies
T-shirt (cotton / synthetic blend such as those made by Sierra Designs or Patagonia or synthetic such as Tekware by The North Face)
Fleece, Polartec or wool sweater
Bathing suit
Insulated hat
Fleece or Polartec jacket
Croakies or Chums for glasses and sunglasses
Rain suit (jacket and pants)
Warm gloves for around camp
Beach towel
Paddling shoes or wet suit booties
Camp / hiking shoes or all-terrain sandals
Socks for around camp

Personal
Quick drying towel
Biodegradable soap and shampoo
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Hair brush
Personal medications
Feminine hygiene
Lip balm
Compact mirror

Camping Gear
Compact tent with rainfly
Sleeping bag and pad
Backpacking stove and fuel (butane is typically the most compact and easiest to use)
Cooking pot
Cup, plate and eating utensils
Bag for hanging food

Miscellaneous
Binoculars
Multi-tool knife
Fishing gear and license
Mini flashlight
Extra heavy duty garbage bags
Camera and film in waterproof bag or container
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Daypack for side trips out of boat
Crazy Creek chair or kit to convert ThermaRest pad into chair
Bird / sea life guidbooks
Sewing kit
Bandana
Snorkel and mask
Zip-Lock bags
Moisturizing lotion