Sounds like a great idea, I said. What about food?
We'll eat an early supper before we put in. Bruce is in charge of bacon and eggs for Sunday morning. Bring your favorite hot beverage, and some of those divine lemon ginger scones.

After the phone call, I walked over to my desk, pulled out my kayak gear list folder and flipped through it to the list for overnight trips. If it were the middle of summer, I would hardly need to look at it, but in March, the overnight list helped to jog my memory. In short order, I'd be fully prepared and equipped for a mini-vacation.

Sounds simple and delightful? It was, largely because of our ready-to-go attitudes, the nearby spots to overnight, and especially the systems we use for keeping our kayak gear organized. Often, one of the biggest barriers to getting out kayaking for most paddlers is scattered or unready gear. With some pre-planning, the right attitude and gear systems, you can easily get out on the water more often. Efficient gear systems can help you be ready to seize opportunities when they arise. You'll also ensure that you won't arrive at the launching site and realize your VHF radio batteries are on their last legs or that you forgot your flares.