"Wayne.B" wrote in message
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On Mon, 24 May 2010 19:55:43 -0700 (PDT), Tim
wrote:

I'd take a digital camera but I know it would take up the drinking
habit right from the start.

We have found that ziplock sandwich bags are effective at keeping cell
phones and small cameras dry.

I have a small bright yellow backpack that is just for boating. It holds an
H gear (GI type) first aid kit, mag light, spare batteries, camera, 4x
folding binoculars, H/H GPS, Gerber multi-tool, gum, sunscreen, cream bug
juice, whistle, 100' of parachute cord, fishing license and my boat
registrations. Before I leave the house I toss in my wallet, cell phone and
H/H VHF. Cell, camera and the paperwork are in ziplocks. I also take this
bag when I'm going out on others boats.
The dog, although color blind and not very bright, knows the backpack means
"boat ride" and heads for the door when he see me with it.