BEER! or other spirits Inflatable raft, tube or water toy of some type (Fun Island, etc) Paddles - recommend aluminum shaft Pump - recommend cylinder double pump or foot pump Cooler - recommend collapsible type Sunglasses Food | Cell Phone First Aid kit Drinking water Sun screen - water resistant SPF 15 or higher Raft patch/repair Kit PFD/Life Vest - unless you can not swim then it is essential | Water cannon / super soaker Beer Neck Dry bag Camera Carabineers - for easily connecting rafts together Water sandals/shoes/aqua socks |