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Float Trip Checklist!
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items The river is my safe place and my sanctuary.
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Swimwear & Accessories
Floatation Device
Coolers & Snacky Things
Extras
Swimwear & Accessories
Obviously, first and foremost, don't forget your swim attire!
In love with this
The Moon Tarot Card Bikini/ Witchcore String Bikini/ All-over print recycled Recycled high-waisted bikini
This print matches my snake tattoo almost exact. Love it!
Gothic Snake Two Piece Swimsuit/ All-over print recycled string bikini/ Witchcore String Bikini Set
Tarot towel!
Custom Tarot Card Boho Beach Cloth, Personalized Swimsuit Cover, Bathing Suit Body Shawl, Goth Emo Witchy Sarong,
This is probably the most comfortable and cute life jacket I've found. You don't need to sacrifice your look or your safety with this one.
Harley Clifford Comp Vest from Body Glove
We're big nerds and Marvel doesn't fall out of our fandom range. Love this jacket.
Method Unisex - Marvel from Body Glove
These are great and don't fall off your feet if you happen to get stuck in the sand or the mud.
Women's Sidewinder Water Shoes - Black from Body Glove
Floatation Device
Depending on where you're going, you can rent a device, but buying your own will save you money in the long run and also give you the chance to float more exclusive places without having to worry about paying for accomodations.
This is freaking HUGE and extremely durable. I have two older kids who like to float with me so they use this while I'm on the paddleboard.
Amazon Best Rated Kayak (Over 30k Reviews!)
This is one of my favorite for the family! This is the most cost-effective option for bigger groups or if you plan on fishing. Psst, these have built in fishing rod holders!
Amazon Best Rated 2-4 Person Raft
My FAVORITE way to float down a quiet river by myself.
Body Glove Best Rated Paddleboard
Coolers & Snacky Things
PACK. THAT. COOLER. My go-tos: Water, beer, fruit, protein.
Things to consider: Your cooler is going to have to be strapped down so the hatch on top is super helpful so you don’t have to remove the straps each time you need to something out of the cooler. You’re going to need a cupholder, the bungee front and...
For the Paddleboard
Things to consider: You need something big enough to carry your food and drink, but small enough to fit beside you. You’re going to need something flat-bottomed and wide enough that it doesn’t fall over and sits well on the kayak floor.
For the Kayak
Things to consider: A cooler in a raft can be tossed around and placed in different spots on the raft throughout the trip. Just throw it into the raft any which way and you are good to go. A backpack style is going to be easiest to carry to the get i...
For the Raft
The cutest lunch tote for a secondary snack storage if you're going all day or overnight
Lunch Tote school work picnic Bag foiled lined Trendy Cottagecore abstract crow moth butterfly witchy design Gift for daughter Child teen
Another super cute design!
Witchy Lunch Bag, Witchcore Lunch Bag, Gothic Lunch Bag, Forest Witch Mushroom Lunch Bag, Spooky Lunch Bag, Mushroomcore Lunch Bag
Tarot coozieee
Funny Gift Snarky Tarot Card The Finger Beer Can Cooler Mothers Day Festival Magic Witchy Cottagecore Regular or Slim Can Cooler Birthday
Extras
For me personally, these are def MUST HAVES and I don't float without any of them.
Get a JBL. It’s waterproof, will never let you down, small and easy to pack, but loud! It’s the perfect float speaker.
JBL Clip Speaker
Earth Pak is one of my favorite brands. Their dry bags come in many options, but always pack a dry bag when floating the river!
Earth Pak Waterproof Dry Bag
You'd be surprised how often these come in handy! Get them and pack them.
6PCS Black Carabiner Clips
These always come in handy, especially on a paddleboard!
24 Inch Bungee Cord with Carabiner Hook | 4 Pack
I LOVE my dry box and have had it for YEARS. Tip: Keep this inside your cooler on the top or in a cool spot. The things in this box will get HOT so you don’t want your phone overheating.
Large, Clear Watertight Case