CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST

Please remember we are aboard a boat. Try not to bring too much extra stuff. If possible pack your belongings in soft ,callapsible duffel bags!  Hard suit cases are difficult to store away! Thank you!
 
Clothing list;
pajamas
socks  preferrably wool
t shirts
light pile fleece  or wool shirt
pile fleece jacket or wool shirt
casual long sleeve shirt
light rain jacket and pants  
(May purchase at Western Auto store in Juneau good selection.  Helly Hanson brand Plastic and Vinal are not good.  They sweat so you get wet from the inside.  I do have a few extras onboard for you use also!)
Shoes; 
running shoes or deck shoes to wear on the boat
Tevas 
(rubber sandles are very good for kayaking and some onshore walks)
Rubber boots  mid calf height 
(May be purchased at Fred Meyers Store in Juneau. Buy the cheap black with the red sole. Also buy or bring an extra pair of inner soles. They will make the boots much more comfortable ane fit better!!
(hiking boots do not work well)
Hats warm ski type hat and a sun/rain hat
 
Personal gear
camera and film  and EXTRA BATTERIES
flashlight and extra batteries
(we are able to recharge any batteries if you bring your charger)
small back pack for kayaking and onshore
pocket knife   (packed in your luggage  while traveling)
sunglasses
extra contacts and solution
extra prescription glasses
BINOCULARS  
{Bring your best! We use them constantly! Each person should have their own. If you a making a new purchase and have some questions, please give me a call
970-879-6544  or email me at mike@whalebaycharters.com)
small travelling First Aid Kit  to include aspirin /Aleve,  variety of bandages and tweezers
allergy medications and antihistamines especially if you have a problem with bee stings, bug bites or certain food intolerances
Vitamins and herbs
shampoo small size for travelling  
electric blow driers are on board
personal journal
 
I have an extensive collection of nature guide books  However, you may wish to have your own bird guide  I suggest  Sibley's Field Guide to birds of Western North America