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A good standard first aid kit should be carried in a waterproof container. A throw line at least ⅜-inch thick, 60–70 feet long, and preferably polypropylene can become a necessity on all waterways except the smallest, most shallow streams.

5. If traveling with a group, or club, know the plans of the group and the organization of the trip, and follow the decisions of the leader. Most clubs have standard established trip rules that determine the trip leader’s responsibilities as well as those of each paddler. One rule generally followed on the river is that each canoe is responsible for keeping the canoe following in sight. This same rule should apply when a caravan or cars are traveling to or from the put-in or takeout.

6. Scout unfamiliar rapids before running them. Even those that are familiar can change considerably at different water levels.

7. Stay off flooded streams. The great increase in drownings from paddling and rafting accidents has resulted almost entirely from mishaps on swollen rivers.