Let op: Deze lijst is niet voor iedereen geheel toepasbaar of verplicht.
Zorg daarbij dat alles wat niet kwijt mag raken vast geborgen wordt (aan boot of zwemvest)
Wear your life jacket.
Dress for the water temperature, not the air.
Have good boat control skills.
Know river hazards and how to avoid them.
Stay away from strainers, wood/branch piles that can pull a paddler under.
Don't paddle alone.
Bring along a dry bag with extra clothing.
Let others know where you are paddling and when you are expected back.