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N 47°  47.996'
W 091°  46.596'

Elevation at River Point's Marina on Birch Lake:  1455' MSL

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

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Boundary Waters Minnesota Canoe Trips

READY TO GO?....Here’s a handy list of suggested items to pack.

 

WHAT TO PACK...for your Boundary Waters

It is most important to be prepared for any type of weather condition since you will be living in a wilderness setting and your happiness and comfort depends on your level of preparation for your wilderness adventure. The key is to stay dry and warm, and you probably have most of the personal items you will need right at home.

Bring two complete changes of clothing, in addition to the clothing worn on the trip to and from nearby Ely, Minnesota. Wear one set on the canoe trip and pack the second set in a packsack, which is will provided with a completely outfitted trip. Typically, 2-3 persons' stuff sacks will fit into one packsack. You may purchase stuff sacks at our lake-base outfitting station. (A heavy duty plastic trash bag can serve as a stuff sack.)

LIST OF PERSONAL ITEMS...Always check the projected weather for Ely, Minnesota before beginning to pack...

Clothing:

• Broadbrim hat

• 2 pair pants (zip-off type of pants work well; jeans are not the best because they do not dry well when wet)

• 2 long-sleeve shirts (cotton in summer, wool in spring & fall)

• 2 sets underwear

• 2 pair heavy boot socks

• 2 pair light socks

• Heavy wool sweater or heavy flannel/chamois shirt

• Nylon wind jacket or fleece jacket

• Raingear, including hat (completely waterproof!)

Footwear: waterproof hiking boots or shoes with ankle support; sturdy sandals with straps, moccasins or tennis shoes. Sturdy sandals work well in the canoe when your feet may get wet, and when in camp. (Suggestion: Bring two types of footwear.)

Miscellaneous Items:

• Handkerchief

• Sunglasses

• Personal toilet articles

• Wash cloth and towel

• Sunscreen and burn lotion

• Compass

• Matches and waterproof case

• Bic-type lighter

• Knife (Swiss Army type or multi-tool work well.)

• Small sharpening stone

• Small flashlight and spare batteries

• First Aid kit (medication)

• Insect Repellant

• Rod and reel and tackle, if you will fish

Remember: Pack light!
What you pack you will have to carry!

Optional items for your Boundary Waters Minnesota canoe trip:

• Shorts and swim suit from Memorial Day to Labor Day

• Long underwear or sweat suit

• Insulated vest or wool jacket

• Wool hat and gloves before Memorial Day or after Labor Day

• Rubber boots

• Paddling gloves

• Camera and film

• Rainy day items (cards, book)

• Journal and pencil or pen

• Fishing gear

• Fillet knife

• Pliers

Remember that other than toiletry items and medicine, there can be no cans or glass bottles in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

The well stocked Wolf Den Gift Shop and Bait & Tackle shop at River Point have most miscellaneous items for sale, including insect repellent and head nets, should something be forgotten for your Boundary Waters Minnesota canoe trip. Rain gear, sweatshirts/tees, fishing tackle and leeches are available for purchase, also.

Always check the projected weather forecast prior to packing for your trip. Weather patterns can change quickly, so be prepared to ensure a comfortable trip.

Boundary Waters Trip-What To Pack-River Point Outfitting Co.

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