Apalachicola Riverkeeper's Eco-Educational Outings
Explore your river and basin with us! Our volunteer-led eco-educational outings are fun and memorable. We hike in the spring and fall. We kayak year-round. Group size is limited, and registration is required. Our skilled volunteer trip leaders enjoy introducing people to the river system. Wearing life jackets are required for paddling trips. Some loaner kayaks may be available for paddling trips.
Paddlers and hikers need to bring: water; snacks/lunch; sunscreen; and hat. Paddlers, please wear clothing that won’t weigh you down if it gets wet. Synthetics like nylon blends are best. No jeans or boots.
Trips are donation based. Schedule subject to change based on river and weather conditions.
Please contact doug@apalachicolariverkeeper.org to register and include a telephone number. Registration closes Thursdays prior to trip. Outings are limited in size and frequently fill up, so advanced registration is recommended. Meet-up directions and other details are emailed to registrants the week of the trip.
February 20 –Explore a corner of hell by kayak… Tate’s Hell, that is. Paddle 7.5 total miles on the Crooked River and Brandy Creek in the remote southeast corner of Tate’s Hell Swamp. Trip leaders: David Morse and Tom Herzog. Note: trip is full. Feel free to contact Doug to be put on waiting list.
March 27 –Explore Black Creek near Sumatra by kayak, a remote waterway canopied by cypress and tupelo trees. 4 miles, 2 hours.
April 17 –Kayak the scenic cypress forest of Ocheesee Pond in Jackson County. 5-mile loop, 2.5 hours.