i have a PFD with big pockets, and a waterproof ditch kit behind me in the canoe.

Since I don't paddle whitewater, I've never been concerned about my ability to get the ditch kit out of the canoe before/in case we're separated. (Now I wonder if I should be worried about that.)

But anyway, three things I carry that haven't been mentioned:

In the PFD, one of those baclava head and neck covers, like bicyclists wear in the winter. Plus a few of those chemical hand warmer shake-em-up things. Obviously for one-time use only, but I figure (I think it was MadMatt who gave me the idea) they'd help get me over the chill associated with the dunking.

And in the bag, instead of a wire saw, which I've never really heard great things about, a small, extremely light hatchet. Gerber model. Sharp as a razor, hard plastic handle. Notch the branches, then break for firewood or to build a shelter. A lot easier on the hands, and it, literally, weighs ounces.

Have a space blanket and rain gear, wool hat, gloves and socks. No sleeping bag, but then I've not gone solo yet, so my approach is different.

-- kypaddler