A great sense of wonder and excitement for your custom trip.
Clothing appropriate to the weather and our activities. For any water adventure, DO NOT wear cotton but do wear quick dry synthetics (nylon, polyfleece, polyester, and similar man made fabrics) or wool. For underwear- females should wear a two piece suit or wicking undies and gentlemen should wear swim shorts. I find that lightweight long sleeve shirts and long pants prevent sunburn from reflection, but many others like short sleeves. I suggest layering so that you can easily adjust if you get too warm. Always have a windbreaker with you to help prevent chills when you stop after exercising. You will be very smart to have a spare set of clothing in your car.
Footwear that fits snugly to your foot and covers your toes. For water adventures - shoes that don't mind getting wet but have traction and support. For land adventures -footwear that will give you support for walking on rocks, wet surfaces, and trails. For winter adventures - a warm, water- resistant boot that goes above your ankle. For cycling adventures - always bring a pair of shoes that you can change into for exploring especially if you wear clip-in bike shoes. During a ride, I require helmets, bright upper clothing or reflective vests, and no audio devices.
Binoculars – optional
Bug repellent – odorless and non aerosol
Camera – optional
Change of clothing in the vehicle - just in case
Footwear that covers the toes completely and are supportive
Gloves - optional
Hat with brim - with a strap preferred
Large water bottle filled with fresh water
Medications
Personal hygiene items
Pocket knife
Rain jacket and pants
Small back pack or zippered bag for gear
Small waterproof bag for wallet, car keys, and mobile phone or device
Snacks that are packaged to be used if you need a quick pick-me-up
Sunglasses (and spare prescription glasses) and straps if you have them for paddling trips
Sunscreen, lip balm - odorless are best
Windbreaker or light rain coat
Wool sweater or polyfleece pullover
Cell phones should be off or in airplane mode during our trips but may be used for photography
Always keep your eye to the weather and have your rain gear handy. "If you don't like the weather wait a minute" is a favorite phrase in Maine.
Layers of clothing to adjust for your warming up and cooling down especially warm winter jacket/shell, snowpants
Winter boots that are flexible at the ankles and you can layer a wicking sock and a wool sock
Change of wool socks
Water resistant mittens but gloves will work if you can keep your fingers moving
Warm hat that covers your ears, and possibly a neck warmer or balaclava
Large water bottle filled with warm water and stored cap down to prevent freezing
Medications, suncreen, and lip balm
Personal hygiene items
Pocket Knife, fire starter, non-metal whistle, and a extra large black garbage bag (provided on a guided trip)
High calorie snack with a mix of protein and complex carbohydrates
Backpack to carry all your gear
Binoculars – optional
Camera - optional. You will need to protect it from the elements.
Provider of customized, personal, individual and small group outdoor trips and workshops in Maine's Casco Bay region.
207-729-6333 - Brunswick, ME