I always just carried what I normally carry, with the addition of a lanyard. If you canoe or kayak, and have gone in, you probably know how the river tends to take things that arent secured to you.
Personally, Id take an auto over a revolver, as I think they would be easier to maintain in the field. Ive gone into a muddy river on a couple of occasions wearing my old Commander, and later on, a field strip, good rinse in clean water, dry and relube, and youre back in business. These days its a Glock, but the routine would be the same. A small can of WD40 and a small tube of lube along in a baggie, can have lots of uses.
Baggies work too, but keep in mind, they can also have condensation issues and hold moisture just as well as repel it, so if you go that route, Id keep an eye on things. Leather is also not a good idea, and kydex is much more water friendly.
Personally, Id take an auto over a revolver, as I think they would be easier to maintain in the field. Ive gone into a muddy river on a couple of occasions wearing my old Commander, and later on, a field strip, good rinse in clean water, dry and relube, and youre back in business. These days its a Glock, but the routine would be the same. A small can of WD40 and a small tube of lube along in a baggie, can have lots of uses.
Baggies work too, but keep in mind, they can also have condensation issues and hold moisture just as well as repel it, so if you go that route, Id keep an eye on things. Leather is also not a good idea, and kydex is much more water friendly.