You’ll be most comfortable whitewater paddling in clothing that can get completely wet. For spring and fall rafting, you’ll want synthetic long underwear and perhaps even a fleece or wool insulating layer, as well as a warm hat and socks. For summer rafting, a bathing suit/shorts and a T-shirt will usually work fine, along with a cap and some sunblock. Please ask one of our guides if you are not sure how to dress for the day’s weather. If you have forgotten anything, our store is well stocked with polyester long underwear, socks, hats, glasses straps, sunblock, and waterproof phone cases.
What to Bring:
The Adirondack Mountains have four distinct rafting and whitewater paddling seasons. While we will outfit you with a wetsuit and booties (spring only), you may need to bring additional clothing to wear under and over your wetsuit, depending on the time of year you come rafting. Please review the list below and dress accordingly. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call. If you are a trip leader, it is important that you supply this list to every member of your trip. WWOC reserves the right to require or restrict certain clothing on trips when the weather conditions warrant.
EARLY SPRING (MID-MARCH THROUGH MID-MAY)
- Wool sweater/fleece sweater
- Wool gloves, socks, and hat
- Wool or polypropylene underwear
- Nylon spray top and pants
- Bathing suit (optional)
- NO COTTON
LATE SPRING (MID-MAY THROUGH JUNE)
- Wool or polypropylene underwear
- Wool gloves, socks, and hat
- Wool sweater/fleece sweater
- Bathing suit (for under the wetsuit) optional
- NO COTTON
SUMMER (MID-JUNE THROUGH LABOR DAY)
- Bathing suit
- T-Shirt
- Old sneakers, water shoes, or sandals — no flip flops
FALL (MID-SEPTEMBER THROUGH OCTOBER)
- Wool Sweater/fleece sweater
- Wool polypropylene underwear
- Wool gloves, socks, and hat
- Nylon spray top and pants
- NO COTTON