Sarasota
County on the west coast of Florida boasts some of the most amazing
coastal flora, fauna, and habitat in the U.S. Our Southeast Chapter
offers a variety of ways to observe and learn about them. We offer
kayaking, guided beach walks, seining, and eco-tours at various times
throughout the year.
Quiet Water Kayaking
Leisurely
paddling and observation at a variety of sites difficult to visit by
any other means. Kayak, paddle, life vest etc supplied. If you've
never used a kayak before, a short training session before the trip will
get you going. Call John at (941) 966-7308 for reservations. Members
who own a kayak and life vest are welcome to go on trips marked with no
asterisk (*) for a $5 donation to ALS. Cost is $20 for members, $25 for
non-members unless otherwise noted. Trips into State parks also require an additional fee.
August
8 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park.................................8:30 - 11:30 am
10 Caspersen Beach/Lemon Bay................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
11 Bird Key/South Lido Park.......................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
15 Don Pedro State Park/Lemon Bay............................8:30 - 11:30 am $25 member, $30 non
17 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park.................................8:30 - 11:30 am
*20 Sunset/Moonlight Paddle.....................................................6:30 - 9:00 pm
22 Sister Keys/Longboat Key......................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
24 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park.................................8:30 - 11:30 am
25 Bird Key/South Lido Park.......................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
September
7 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park.................................8:30 - 11:30 am
8 Bird Key/South Lido Park.......................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
*12 Sunset/Moonlight Paddle.....................................................6:00 - 8:30 pm
*17 Sunset/Moonlight Paddle.....................................................6:00 - 8:30 pm
19 Stump Pass State Park.............................................8:30 - 11:30 am $25 member, $30 non
21 Bird Key/South Lido Park......................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
22 Shell Key Preserve/Pinellas County...........................10 am - 2 pm $30 member, $35 non
24 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park................................8:30 - 11:30 am
October
12 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park................................9 am - noon
13 Little Manatee River State Park...................................10 am - 2 pm $30 member, $35 non
15 Waterways of Nokomis..........................................................9 am - noon
*16 Sunset/Moonlight Paddle....................................................5:30 - 8:00 pm
*17 Sunset/Moonlight Paddle....................................................5:30 - 8:00 pm
19 Myakka State Park.....................................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
20 Bird Key/South Lido Park..........................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
23 Palma Sola Bay/Robinson Preserve.............................10 am - 2 pm $30 member, $35 non
27 Myakka State Park.....................................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
NOTE: November
Preview - Myakka Daze!!! All-day trip down the Myakka River. $50 or $30
with your own boat. Call John for details @ 941-966-7308