Boat Bag Gear
One of the pieces of luggage you should have with you on your trip is a small waterproof bag that you can use to keep your gear in during the day while you are out fishing. It is not so important to have a bag with a ton of pockets like a traditional boat bag but one that is more duffel style with a large open pocket and that has waterproof technology. This will allow you to keep things like a camera out of the weather, sun and rain. Ones with backpack straps make them versatile and you can even use it as a carry-on bag while you are traveling. Once you get to camp you can transfer your clothing and gear around and put your fishing gear in it while you are in camp. This way it serves two purposes and allows you to only bring two bags with you on your trip. There are many options in this category for you to choose from.
Here is a list of things that you will probably want to have along each day while you are out fishing. It is nice to have these items stored in your bag all week so you do not have to check everyday to see if you have everything. It is also a good idea to pack a few gallon size Ziploc bags to keep your smaller items separated in a bag with one large compartment. You can keep like items together in Ziploc bags to make them easier to find.
Flies – Keep them together in a Ziploc or in a separate fly bag
Pliers – It is a good idea to have a strong pair with you for many reasons
Nippers – Get a pair that can cut up to 50 lb line
Boga Grip – It is nice to have a scale in case you catch a big fish (the guides usually have one of these)
Line Cleaner/Line Spray- It will really help you to keep your line clean and help your fly line to go through your guides
Super Glue/Zap-A-Gap – You never know when you will need to fix something, like your sunglasses
File/Hook sharpener – It is important to keep your hooks sharp (lots of newer hooks are laser sharpened)
Leader – 40lb is recommended
Back Saver Belt – For those with bad backs it can really help out while you are in a boat all day
Ziploc Bags – Keep a few extra around to keep your gear dry and to keep it together
Sungloves/Stripping fingers – A must to keep the sun off your hands and to help keep from getting blisters from casting and fighting fish
Camera – Make sure you have extra batteries and keep them in a dry place
Sunscreen – SPF 30-50 is recommended and make sure it is waterproof
Bug Juice – Ultrathon in the cream form is the easiest to use
Tape/Band-aids – This will be a life saver if you get a blister or a cut in one of your fingers
First Aid Kit – These are nice to have if you can find a small one
Powdered Drink Mix – It is awesome to pour into a bottle of water in the middle of the day
Rain Gear – At least have a jacket in your bag each day
Socks – Put a pair in a Ziploc and have them when you need them
Bandanas – Nice to soak in the water and put on your head when it gets hot
Sunglasses and cleaning Kit – Make sure you have an extra pair of sunglasses and a good cloth to clean them with
Toilet Paper – Keep it in a Ziploc