You must have: Flotation Device, Whistle, and night signal device (if after dark ( no clue what that is).)
Currently, you may want a "dry suit" & jammies to deal with the cold.
I don't think my 5/4 wetsuit will cut it today.
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PS: There are boathouses with nominal (~$5) fees between Belle Haven (and probably national harbor), and up river past Georgetown to falls. Several places you can put in without fees, but it generally requires a hike. Carrying kit; board helps your core...
am2o t1_j5g04uj wrote
Reply to purchased my first standup paddleboard (inflatable) looking for info on laws/regs/etc for putting in on the Potomac and/or C&O, id be putting in around the key bridge, any tips for a noob also welcome by c0dyb
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PS: There are boathouses with nominal (~$5) fees between Belle Haven (and probably national harbor), and up river past Georgetown to falls. Several places you can put in without fees, but it generally requires a hike. Carrying kit; board helps your core...