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Protecting camera gear during jungle waterfall hikes to hidden surf spots

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Noah K.•865 rep•2

We are trekking through the jungle near Dickwella to find a hidden bay. We have to cross a small waterfall runoff. What is the best way to carry a DSLR and a surfboard simultaneously.

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Do not rely on standard camera backpacks; the humidity and unexpected slips into streams will ruin your gear. Buy a 20L or 30L heavy-duty PVC dry bag with backpack straps (like an Overboard or Earth Pak). Put your DSLR inside a padded camera insert, then put that inside the dry bag. This leaves both your hands free to carry your board and navigate the slippery jungle rocks safely.

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Ruwan M.•1790 rep•1

Throw a few silica gel packets into the dry bag. The trapped air gets very humid when you seal it in the jungle heat, and it will fog your lenses otherwise.

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Lucas V.•2610 rep•2

If you have a board with a strap or handle, use it. Carrying a board under your arm while trying to scramble over wet rocks is miserable.

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