Group Trip Packing List

What to bring (and what not to bring) on your SALTS trip.


Essentials

Bring the following items, clearly labelled:
  • 1 soft duffle bag (bring only what you can stow on your own bunk)
  • 1 sleeping bag (pillow optional)
  • toiletry items:  towel, toothbrush, sunscreen, bio-degradable soap etc.
  • rain gear (both jacket and pants)
  • 1 pair sturdy dry shoes/runners for on deck and shore excursions where there's uneven terrain (NOT slides or flip-flops)
  • 1 pair of shoes that will get wet (water shoes, sport sandals, old runners) 
  • 1 pair rubber boots (or deck boots)
  • 1 warm jacket
  • 1 swim suit (late spring or early fall only)
  • 1 toque, hat or cap
  • 1 pair gloves (for cool nights)
  • 2-3 pair of each: pants or jeans, sweaters, long and short sleeve shirts
  • 1 change of socks and underwear for each day at sea
  • 1 base layer bottoms (long underwear)
  • sleepwear
  • water bottle
  • flashlight or headlamp (and spare batteries)
  • wristwatch
  • 1 pen, 1 pencil and eraser
  • Sailor's Handbook with note paper in a duo-tang
  • SALTS Log Book if you've sailed with us before
MEDICATIONS must be in the original packaging with the dosage and administration instructions. Due to the risk of spillage or loss, please bring double the necessary quantity of your prescription medications in two separate zip closure storage bags labelled with your full name, one to keep and one to turn over to our Watch Officer or your group leader.

 Optional

  • swimsuit (not applicable for CBE students)
  • cash to buy SALTS merch
  • camera
  • sunglasses
  • small day pack for shore excursions
  • reading material (not electronic)

Special Notes

  • Use of cell phones is not permitted at any time during the voyage.  If permitted by your school or group leader, the camera of a phone may be used. 
  • It will be much cooler on the water than you think! Everyone will stand watch at night, so don't skimp on the warm clothes. Layering is key.
  • Your gear has to be stowed on your bunk so keep it to a minimum and don't bring hard sided luggage.
  • You're welcome to bring a small musical instrument if you have one (if you would like to bring a larger instrument like a guitar, please contact the SALTS office to check that there's sufficient storage space)

What Not to Bring

  • Electronic devices, computers, tablets, iPods, mp3 players, video games, e-readers or headphones. See note about cell phones above.
  • Any type of smoking or vaping implements, including tobacco, cannabis and electronic cigarettes. Smoking of any substance is strictly prohibited, both on the ship and on shore for the duration of the trip. Infractions of this policy may result in immediate expulsion from the program.
  • Alcohol, recreational cannabis, illicit drugs and any mind-altering substances.
  • Chewing gum 

Lost and Found 

Any unclaimed or unmarked items left behind will be held at the SALTS office until the end of the season (approximately October 30) and will then be donated to a worthy cause.  Please label clothing and footwear.
 

Download a printable packing list here.