What are some good things to take on our canoe trip?

Question

we are going sat. It lasts about 6 hours. Its a pretty calm river...so no wild stuff.

Answer 1

Bring at least one small / medium sized dry bag.  You can get them at Walmart.   You can use it for your wallet, cell phones, keys, etc.  Even if you don't tip the boat over, you'll end up getting wet - splash fights will likely ensue.   For that matter, you'll want a water cannon.  Lots of fun!  

Maybe a nerf football to throw from boat to boat - you can play river catch.  Just make sure you throw the ball far enough in front of them - if it hits the river, you can make a game of maneuvering to get it.

Answer 2

if you and your buddies are using more than 1 canoe take 2 way radios and some small rope with a caribener attached to each end. that way you can keep in contact and also tie up together to float party-style down river. the caribener will give you a quick release so if you get into any faster water you can unhook quickly.

Answer 3

i would recommend paddles and life vests. :D

Answer 4

beef jerkey and life jacket and a knife just in case also a lighter or some matches good luck