I will be making some glow sticks from scratch. First I have to make a common glow stick chemical called TCPO. Then, I'll combine the TCPO with a few other chemicals to make some homemade glow sticks.

Operators usually provide glow sticks for paddlers to wear on their life jackets to keep any eye on everyone; they are a good idea for self-guiding paddlers, as well. You’ll probably get wet ...