Sea Kayaking Float Plan
- What happens if you dont return from a day trip or overnight within a reasonable period? Nothing, unless you let someone know the details of your trip and tell that person how to secure help.
Copy and complete this float plan and give a copy to a trustworthy individual. Place a second copy on the dashboard of the vehicle you leave at the launch site. File a plan for every trip no matter the length.
Name, age, paddling experience (beginner, intermediate, advanced), type and color of kayak, color of life jacket and pertinent medical information for each person in your group:
Emergency contacts:
Launch time and location:
Take out time and location with latest expected return date:
Intended route:
Safety equipment you have with you (include tent color and style):
Plan of action if not back by latest expected return date:
Vehicle type:
License Plate:
Location:
Print a full-size copy from: www.MaineSeaKayakGuides.com.
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