Essentials
Raft
Frame
Oars or Paddles
PFD's
Pump
Sunscreen
Sunglasses w/strap
Water bottle
Energy Snacks
Footwear
Hat (warm +/or sun)
Secure storage for
    car keys
Dry storage:
    Bags and/or boxes
Repair kit
First Aid kit
Bowline
Whistle
Knife

Optional
Matches / lighter
Camera / Binoculars
Rain gear / warm clothes
Insect repellent
Gloves or poagies
Map case and maps
Compass
Field Guides (Birds, etc)

For Whitewater:
Spare paddle/Oar
Throw bag
Flip lines
Helmets
Wet suit/Dry suit
Moving water rescue kit
    Throw rope
    Slings (2+)
    Prusiks (2+)
    Carabiners (3)
    Pulley, twist open (2)
    Folding saw
    Pocket tool(“Leatherman”)
    Rescue Book