What's inside the kayaking log
- Paddle Log
- Trip Journal
- Float Plan
- Safety Checklist
- Favorite Routes
- Gear Inventory
- Yearly Summary
- Paddling Bucket List
- Notes
See every page
All 13 pages of the US Letter version, exactly as they print. Tap a page to see it larger.
- 1. Cover
- 2. This Log Belongs To
- 3. Contents
- 4. Paddle Log
- 5. Trip Journal
- 6. Float Plan
- 7. Safety Checklist
- 8. Favorite Routes
- 9. Gear Inventory
- 10. Yearly Summary
- 11. Paddling Bucket List
- 12. Notes
- 13. Thank you page
Who this kayaking log is for
This log is for kayakers and canoeists paddling lakes, rivers and coastlines, from relaxed sunset paddles to multi-day trips. It suits beginners building confidence and experienced paddlers exploring new waters. Recording routes, conditions and safety plans helps you paddle smarter and safer. It also suits families paddling with children and groups planning club outings, since safety plans and routes are shared easily. Wildlife sightings and sunsets on the water make wonderful entries to look back on.
How to use your kayaking log
Log each paddle with distance and conditions. Write about trips in the journal. Fill in a float plan before longer trips. Follow the safety checklist. Save favorite routes, track gear, review the year and keep a paddling bucket list. Leave your float plan with someone on shore, check weather and water conditions before launching and record wind, current and how the paddle felt. Review gear each season and add new lakes, rivers and coastlines to your bucket list.
Formats included
A4 PDF
For printing in most of the world (210 × 297 mm).
US Letter PDF
For printing in the US and Canada (8.5 × 11 in).
Digital PDF
Hyperlinked tabs for tablets and PDF annotation apps.
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Free downloadKayaking Log questions
Is there a float plan?
Yes. Look for the "Float Plan" page in the 13-page kayaking log. Every page is undated, so you can start any day and reprint a page whenever it fills up. Download it free, print only the pages you need and add more copies of any page later.
Is there a safety checklist?
Yes. Look for the "Safety Checklist" page in the 13-page kayaking log. Print the A4 or US Letter PDF as often as you need, or write in the digital version on a tablet. Every page is undated, so you can start any day and reprint a page whenever it fills up.
Can I save routes?
Yes. Look for the "Favorite Routes" page in the 13-page kayaking log. Print the A4 or US Letter PDF as often as you need, or write in the digital version on a tablet. Every page is undated, so you can start any day and reprint a page whenever it fills up.
Is the Kayaking Log really free?
Yes, the Kayaking Log is completely free for personal use. Download the 13-page PDF without an account or email address, print it at home as often as you like and share the page link with friends. FolarraStudio is free to use. In the future, a few clearly labeled ads may help keep it free.
What size is the Kayaking Log?
The Kayaking Log comes in A4 (210 x 297 mm) and US Letter (8.5 x 11 inches), plus a hyperlinked digital PDF for tablets. Choose the file that matches the paper in your printer and print at Actual size or 100%, so nothing is cut off. Both paper sizes have the same 13 pages.
