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Tuesday was my second trip since shoulder surgery in February. Again on the Silver River, Silver Springs, FL. Took my good camera and telephoto, so some better baby bird pics this time. This started out as a slow trip for 2 photographers. But people kept inviting themselves and inviting others and we ended up with 11 people in kayaks, canoes, and SUPs. Again saw 2 manatees and no monkeys. But Murdock was back! Last pic is maps and stats for our trip.
Looks like a great day!! Wonderful photos!
hi there everyone. An out of town kayaker flipped their boat near Goldendale ramp on Lake Rosseau in Dunnellon and ended up- thankfully-- getting rescued by neighbors who heard him yelling. Water is pretty high there right now.
His friends mentioned that a "gator jumped into the boat", which is why I'm posting here to find out if others have had any experience like this?
It's mating season and the banks look pretty tight /overgrown in that area.
Asking b/c our experience is limited to seeing gators slide off a bank in front of the yak, or swimming, sunning nearby, but no, uh oh, jumpers! Thanks in advance hive mind!
FB page Dunnellon Word of Mouth has the details: www.facebook.com/groups/102935493401495/permalink/1707378489623846/
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Sorry, I don't believe that for a second.
Gators don’t jump in boats. Gators don’t jump at all. I have no intention of jumping into that sh*tstorm or viewing any posts. Just know that the person who flipped their kayak is lying in some fashion
Gators will not jump in a kayak or a boat
Not even a little bit
How bout nooo...gators even during mating season still shy away from humans..they do get more territorial and a bit more aggressive when in thier territory all that means is keep a watchful eye and i have absolutely no problem seeing slides and gators from my kayak from considerable distances..and another note the dude was probably drunk or high and you should be able to kmow how to get back in your kayak if you ever tip out
Gators are very capable of jumping. That would be an extremely extremely rare case. They typically mind their own business. I'm glad you're educating yourself. Practice getting in your boat in deep safe water.. like a spring swimming area. Have your life jacket, whistle always available. Yelling doesn't always work...
Gators will "jump" off or launch off of small banks above the water if you paddle by and startle them, and yes they can land on your boat by accident. Every now and then they will also guard their spot and charge your kayak. Most of the time they will just slither away but sometimes they are having a bad day.
Why didn’t the jumping gator attack him?
An excuse!
Maybe it was trying to escape from a freshwater shark? lol
Last year someone on here shared a video of a gator "jumping" into the water. It does happen
Only if you’re offering them food. Which is a bad idea and illegal
The only time I've heard of gators jumping into or onto a boat is when the boat got between the gator and the water. When threatened, a gator's first instinct is to get to water or get to deeper water so it can submerge and hide. I've seen videos of gators crossing boats that got in the way. I've also heard of small boats being knocked around by gators (hitting sides, bottom, etc.) as they tried to get back into the water. First 3 rules of living with gators. 1) Gators feed at night. Don't go swimming between dusk and dawn. 2) Always give gators their space - about 2 boat lengths. 3) Always leave the gator an escape route to the water.
They probably just saw a large gator up close or something. Never have I ever heard of one jumping in a boat.
Don’t assume they can’t or don’t. Unfortunately people have caused some gators to loose their fear of humans by feeding them for photo opportunities. Tourists, residents and even tour boats driving towards them. During mating season they can mistake the profile of a canoes and kayak for another gator in their territory .
I guess this is a croc but it did jump in the boat and is pretty hilarious youtu.be/6Ezx3quSjfE?t=77
That must be one sexy looking kayak!
I have never heard of such a thing and I have spent thousands of hours paddling in Florida for almost 50 years. I did have one fed gator persistantly swim to my kayak and I had to boop her on the nose gently with my paddle to make her leave. She swam away... no jumping. And I have startled resting gators under me when drifting quietly in shallow rivers. They startle when alarmed just like we do and will splash and thrash about. But still... no jumping in the boat.
A gator jumped over the top of my husbands kayak and almost tipped him. Once he was in the water he stared a whirl pool which almost had my kayak spinning. I’m pretty sure the gator was protective of the area we were paddling through (also very overgrown and narrow). We paddled fast to get the heck out of the area but…. It does happen.
Seriously doubt that a gator tried to jump into a boat
Just glad the story has a happy ending!
I've seen gators jump onto docks..one tried and couldn't but the other got up to sunbathe
Highly doubt a gator jumped in a kayak. No interest in mating with the kayaker 🤣
Figured I’d share this 😳
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Trish Gerald Richardson
Perhaps she got too close to a wild animal/reptile. She got lucky. Know your surroundings in the water in Florida .
Yes , this is their territory. We are the invaders
Where was this?
4-5 years ago now when this happened. She was not swimming in a designated swim area as the newscast makes it appear, but floating on a raft at a spot known to locals as Freak Creek. Unfortunately, it was July and there was a nest next to the area she was swimming. Mama gators will protect their eggs. Also, unfortunately, the gator was killed so all the gator eggs would have died as well.
Hello 👋, my name is Trey, this is Wendi's son. I am in the market for a new kayak and I mostly fish the Mosquito Lagoon or Indian and Banana River. I like to get real tight to bank and sight fish. Im at a toss up between a Nucanoe Pursuit, Hobie PA 14, or a Bonifde SS127. I am really drawn to the Pursuit but I noticed almost everyone ends up going to the Hobies and I could understand why with hands free fishing and comfort. I would like to hear some input from yall with some experience with these yaks. Thank you. P.S. I have never tried a pedal kyak before, I am currently using a Kaku Wahoo 12.5 and I love it but I want more space, storage, and horizontal rod holders.
Personally my Hobie is my biggest maintenance boat and expensive to fix. Pedal kayaks are not good in shallow water. Constantly getting stuck everywhere even with the fins pressed up to the bottom and even then the draft is high on a Hobie. My regular SOT has 3” draft and can float anywhere.
I had that bonfire first and loved everything until my hubby got us the new hobies with the new pedal drives. He told me that foot pedals would be a game changer with our fishing trips and he was right! The hobies are as stable and less bulky but I feel it maybe a little heavier. Love hobies center console and side pockets for tackle and I use the reverse on the drive more than I thought i would because it’s so convenient.
Silver Springs Ann Bardolf Miller Woody Miller
It was a fun afternoon with you Paula!!
Was there Sunday. Going back tomorrow.
Good afternoon everyone. We have this Kayak for sale all together with trailer and everything is on it. We pay 7k if we can get $4500 will be happy. Please contact me if you are interested Jorge 9543004290.
If ypu sell the trailer separately we are looking for an upgrade
So I just want to double check you were asking $4500 for everything I see in the picture? How many kayaks are included I see four on the trailer?
The two in the bottom are the more expensive
Cost us $1700 the orange one and $1500 the other in the bottom
All of them have a really good chairs
That’s a great deal!!!
Wow! Would love one of the Bonafides
Ashley Lazenby
Where in Florida are you? Very interested
Vickie Carolan Fagan Patrick Fagan
Ava Grant
Ngl, this kind of sale reeks of "we stole these in Georgia, we're selling it all cheap in Florida"
Brittaney Fagan
Sheri Wiley
Nice set up!
Adolfo Rosaly
Ben Creamer buyem up an do some tours. Pay themselves off in a month
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.I'm 57 and really interested in learning how to kayak. I need some suggestions located in Hernando County and also suggestions on buying a kayak I am looking at the sit on rather than the sit-in I think it will be easier for me
Book a trip on the Weeki Wachee. It’s a great place to do your first trip! weekiwachee.com/kayak-rentals/rentals/
Sit on is def easier. Id also look at fishing type kayaks. They tend to be wider and more stable
I have air on and sit on top kayaks. Depends on what type you feel most comfortable with. You can try both with an outfitter.
Hoodoo kayaks! I’m a newbie and love my yak!
Try Osprey Bay Outdoors on N Belcher in Clearwater
Wilderness Systems Tarpon SOT are great kayaks. I have a 16’ one.
The rainbow river is a great beginner river. We rent sit ins, sit ons,& fishing kayaks, if you come before your reservation time we’ll let you try any one you want before you go. All rentals are pictured on our website. Www.rainbowrivercanoeandkayak.com Rainbow River Canoe and Kayak
Rent and try it out to make sure you like it first.
Rainbow River is nice for beginners. There aren’t mangroves, super shallow spots, or fallen trees to navigate through.
On occasion you may fall out or deliberately get out of your kayak into the water. Sit-on-top is easier to re-enter, therefore safer.
Go visit a few good kayak shops. Even if it means a road trip, going to kayak demos can be a fun day out. Don't go with any preconceived notions - sit in, sit on, length, etc. based on what OTHER people like, your kayak has to please YOU, not someone else. Just tell the people at the shop the type of paddles that you want to do. Floating spring runs, fishing ocean flats, paddling out to coastal islands, camping along the Suwannee, etc. Whatever your primary and secondary use is going to be. Then try out all the boats they suggest to you. Some you will immediately eliminate. Some you may be uncertain about. And some you may like and put on your short list. You don't have to buy on your first visit and since brands usually have territories, going to a second shop even in the same area you're likely to come across different brands to try out. Visit a few shops and do some demos and you will gradually narrow it down to 3-4 boats you like. THEN get onto the forums and ask people for the pros and cons of those 3-4 boats.
Easy Peasy Mobile Kayak Rental LLC. Can get you set up with a rental and try them out before you buy.
If I want to pm me. I'm an avid kayaker.. I'll take you out and give you some tips. I live very close .. and some groups to join.
Whatever kayak you choose, I'd be happy to teach you an awful lot of usable techniques. I'm 1 county north in Citrus/Levy
Most places let you try it before you buy it, you’ll be surprised how easy it is
Lots of really great tips, tricks and instructional videos on YouTube.
I would book a trip around your home with a guide service. The nice thing about going out with a guide service is that you can tell them you're new and they will explain all the equipment and give you basic training and safety info and then go along with you and supervise to make sure you have it. I was a guide over on the east coast for the bioluminescence tours in Brevard county near the space center. Most tours have one or two people who have never paddled so the sweep or trailing guide will work with the beginner paddlers to help them get it and when you don't we tow you. It's a nice great safe way to start out and hopefully it'll give you a good first experience. Then you'll know a little bit more about the boats and what kind of equipment you might want to rent until you decide the type you want to buy. I wouldn't run out and buy a kayak until you know for sure what type you like. Well there's my two cents good luck. By the way I think I was over 57 already when I was a guide!
In what universe is a sit on easier than a sit-in?
Get a sit on
Make sure you have an idea on how you plan to transport it....then keep the kayaks weight in mind...
I took a weekend class on kayaking skills,entering, exiting, paddle strokes, how to adjust foot rests for more efficient paddling, self rescue and how to assist others in rescues. It was proven to be priceless.
Thank you for the information. I appreciate everyones help...so sweet of all of you to help...keep it coming..lol
Renting is fine to get some ideas. But just remember that the vast majority of rental companies chose their kayaks based on how much abuse they can take and the widest variety of body shapes and sizes they can accommodate. Those characteristics are probably not at the top of the list of things you are looking for. Plus, rarely are you going to get a new one. Many rentals I see are missing lines, missing deck hardware, have broken or immovable foot supports, cheap seats, and/or leak. Their PFD's are virtually unwearable and their paddles are the cheapest available. Little things like that can turn you off of a kayak that if you paddled it new with a decent paddle might impress you.
If you want to make this into a fun road trip, Estero River outfitters south of Ft Myers is on a small river and they have a lot of nice boats you can try before you buy. They carry several brands. www.esteroriveroutfitters.com/
I got my sot at rural king. I love it.
Edited to emphasize that I am paddling the CT.
Due to 2 shoulder surgeries it looks like I will never be able to raise my right arm above my shoulder again and some other movements are limited. Someone suggested trying a Greenland paddle, which I've always been intrigued with anyway. I'm in the Gainesville area but am willing to travel to get a good 1/2 day or so of instruction, determine what size, type, perhaps buy a paddle to practice with, etc. I'm still in rehab, so probably July/August is the time frame. Let me know if you know of anyone who could help me out. I'm really working hard to get back out on the CT by fall after missing almost a year of paddling.
Paddling the Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail means paddling in ocean swells, current, waves, winds, etc. sometimes several miles out for several days at a time, primitive camping at night. It's not (usually) like a day trip down a stream run. [floridadep.gov/parks/ogt/content/florida-circumnavigational-saltwater-paddling-trail](l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ffloridadep.gov%2Fparks%2Fogt%2Fcontent%2Fflorida-circumnavig...[0]=AT1xi_2ZUPYB42ri-QKRMjPHFMSKPjZMfj2uGV9tmgsRJ8XIvjtDsyB89i-wWfxop55A0NIpT8MLNqNs0r0CvjmrdTzCT2cclgLH2Cmzm4W6IOxfjIgJlVFEuJvgPPuUfpPr49ayrVfUcMI1Q6hkx-XAYXD9BRm2LJ4)
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Hi BillnSmokey here Offering to help shuttle if we can be of use Make this a great day
Ed Mann is who you want to talk to.
Sorry to hear that. I don’t have any suggestions regarding Greenland paddles/instruction but an alternative may be to switch to canoe or OC. Many racers that have shoulder problems switch because the single blade requires less shoulder. There are many small, light canoes and OCs that would be great in Florida waters. Hope to see you back on the water soon.
Deborah I will pm you his phone number.
Deborah, I paddled with great guy named Bob Bonnen who let me use his Greenland paddle on Fisheating Creek, and I was amazed at how different and nice it felt. He is an incredible wealth of knowledge on the subject…. maybe friend him and pick his brain… the guy knows a lot about the subject!
My friend Curtis Gashlin gives lessons in the Cocoa / Merritt Island area. He and his best buddy/ sidekick Gil Hildago are both ACA instructors and have worked extensively with greenland paddle. I know he/they would enjoy very much helping you to get back on the water with great success. I'm on my phone right now at a disadvantage in some ways from my computer so I will gather information and p.m. you everything that you might want to know about them. They have also worked with others who have had to overcome a disability in order to stay on the water. This is very doable. I will have everything to you by the end of the day if not sooner
Curtis Gashlin , Central Florida sea kayakers.
A Greenland paddle is significantly easier on the shoulders but is a whole different method of paddling and technique to fully exploit its potential. Overall the stroke is smoother and a more continuous application of force. Unless you are using the right technique you will lose some propulsive force per stroke compared to a Euro or Wing. You will typically paddle at a higher cadence compared to your neighbor using a euro blade. I use a 230cm length Gearlab Kalleq almost exclusively but will switch to a euro when paddling a boat that may require quick powerful maneuvers such as my tandem sea kayak. Discussions about material and length of a Greenland paddle could fill a book 😂. My CF Kalleq is naturally light and very stiff. Those who use wooden Greenland paddles have told me that they can feel some “give” in every stroke that they prefer. Shouldered or non-shouldered is personal preference. As far as length my opinion is to go for a longer length than what the traditional formula is for determining Greenland length (length of arm span plus length of elbow to tip of longest finger when arm is bent at 90 degrees). Best thing to do is to try different paddles of different materials and lengths.
How about switching to a pedal kayak and use your legs instead of paddling? There are some pedals made for shallow waters ....
Jay Rose in Naples for instruction and purchase of a Greenland paddle Paddlesports of Naples
If anyone can do it…it would be you! I can tell you’re a very strong and determined lady. Have you considered a pedal driven kayak?
There is a good discussion right now about Greenland paddles on the Eddyline owners group. I have residual issues from left and right frozen shoulder as well as 4 wrist surgeries. I switched to a Gearlab Kalleq and never looked back but it is a different technique. Bring your boat and Jay Rose will fit the paddle to you and give you an hour lesson. I went down from my usual 220 and 230 euro to a 210 Greenland.
Maybe consider a peddle kayak. Legs are stronger anyway.
Excellent explanation. I also paddle with a kalleq and have shoulder issues that I find less bothersome than using a euro blade.
Heal up, take meds for the pain, but never stop paddling!
I had a limited shoulder, frozen or something. Paddling helped my shoulder over time. I still have behind the back limitations, but uppered and forward are dramatically improved. Don't give up, you can do this. 💕
Bringing the Sombrero to the Sombrero Reef Lighthouse!
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This story combines open water paddling, coral reef snorkeling ~and~ interesting bits of South Florida nautical history with a twist! . (tap or click pic to read) . The Sombrero Reef Lighthouse is …Being in a kayak surrounded by a pod of dolphins is quite an amazing experience!🐬💦~Anna Maria Sound
So lucky 😍😍😍😍
Great pictures! 👍🏻
Fantastic
Lizette Rivera 👀
I don’t trust em …. Beady eyes 👀😜
Pretty cool, ain't it?
No way 😍 where?
Amazing!!
Omg!!! I would be in heaven 😍 amazing pictures
Where is that?
Terrific blessings🐬🐬🐬🐬🐬
Such a great encounter!!!
I love dancing with dolphins 🐬❤️
Awesome
Amazing!!!
Where is this
Amazing
Wow where is this
Beautiful pics!! Where were you kayaking??
Awesome shots. Where was this
So cool!!!
Wow, so cool. Lucky you! Love these kinda days!!
Omg Paula Mendoza Kat Springs 😍😍😍😍
Beautiful pictures! Thank you for sharing 😍🐬
Oh my goodness 😍 What kind of camera did you use?
Avi Winik
Rhonda Davidson we gotta make a decision on our adventure destination
Hey guys, looking for a fishing buddy. I’m available most days of the week. I’m located in the Venice area. Have a pedal drive kayak & I’m new to the area
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A lady posted she lost her ring there back in June 2021…. She’s on this kayaker page…
A Inflatable sit-in Noyo 90 Kayak. Asking $200
Very durable bottom. Great for rapids or a river.
I am near Lake City
Another blissful Monday spent in the Emerald Cut ✨
️ 📍 Rock Springs Run
I love it there when there’s no one else out on the River. Love going in the middle of the week whenever possible
We are looking at kayaking the Ichetucknee this weekend but I’m seeing conflicting reports that the north launch is closed. Can anyone confirm if it’s still closed? It will be our first time and have been looking forward to this for years.
Some friends were there a couple of days ago and said its closed to kayaking at the north entrance. You better call them before you go.
Personally, I avoid Ichetucknee in summer, especially on weekends. It will be jammed with tubers. Wait and go in February.
We went last spring and the north was closed to tubing but open for kayaking. Not sure if it’s still the same or not.
We always put in at the second entrance which is west of the main entrance where there is a kayak dock to launch and paddle upstream then float back with less paddling
They remodeled it to be ADA friendly and it reopened recently per a post in a different group.
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When on the Weeki Wachee Sunday
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If you like to vist Rainbow River and the Withlacoohie River join our community www.facebook.com/groups/4765342020247289/?ref=share_group_link
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Suwannee River kayaking & canoeing: It's one of the top Florida experiences
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One of the best outdoor experiences in Florida is Suwannee River kayaking and canoeing. Here's a trip on the Upper Suwannee that is a scenic, easy daytrip.Thanks for posting! This is one of our favorites☺️
Shannon Gardiner
You’re missing out on the best part! Put in above Big Shoals!
In 1966 went from Ellisaville to the gulf in 10 days on the Suwanee River great trip!!!
The Little Pee Dee River in SC is a true gem for kayaking. We had 5 awesome days on the river and managed to paddle 49 miles. Base camped at Little Pee Dee State Park.
The river is very remote and was moving about 2.5 mph. It is a very twisty river with a lot of debris in the water. Most of the downed trees had a small opening that we could fit through, but we had to cut our way through one blockage, and on another, we had to climb out of the kayak onto a tree and then drag our boat over.
The locals (just about everyone we spoke to) kept telling us to watch out for the snakes. On our first day out we did have several snakes drop out of the trees into the water! We also saw them swimming in the water and onshore.
While we did not see beavers, you could easily spot the damage on the trees caused by them. The unusual critter for us that we saw was muskrats.
This is the site we used for information: www.gopaddlesc.com/waterways/trail/little-pee-dee-river
Throw-in: A dirt path down the side of a bridge to the water.
Need to add to my list
Beautiful pictures
Awesome!
Sounds like a great trip. We’re going to SC in the morning to camp a couple of nights.
Looks like a great paddle.
Nice..
Beautiful pic! Sounds like a great river to kayak and camp. Are there spots to camp along the way or base camp the best option?
Beautiful
Hard at work clearing a way for us to get through.
Them darn beavers anyway. 😳😉
😊💪 that’s the kayaking combined with primitive camp time never mind the day outing but the paddles keep going 👏😎
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.That's awful!!!
Check Craigslist, I saw a pontoon like this for sale this morning
It's sad the amount of trash you find on the river these days
I hope you have the id number so you can file a report
What the heck is wrong with people?! I hope you get it back, the thieves are caught, prosecuted, and convicted.
Withlacoochee river canoe trip, we launched from River Ratz in Bushnell FL where they got canoe rental
May 20th -22nd I am looking for a campground to stay at and kayak on a possibly clear river! I’m from north Florida so not familiar with any places! Thank you 😊
Huge group of The Drifting Misfits going to be at Ginnie Springs that weekend. Lots of fun. You should join them!
The Chassahowitzka River Campground
Juniper Springs Campground
Madison Outpost Adventures @ paddle.today
I have not stayed there yet but Gilchrist Blue Springs state park has openings for those dates and it is right on the sante fe
Thank you so much!❤️
What Terri Dakin said!
I wanna go!!!
Alligator 🐊 River Becky Ann
Check out Rainbow Springs State Park and Silver Springs State Park for vacancies. You might get lucky.
My all time favorite is the Santa Fe River. It truly never disappoints. I stayed at Bowman’s Landing. Launched from Rum Island and paddled to Bowman’s. Absolutely beautiful.
Suwannee river
Silver Springs State Park
Lauren Flora
Honeysuckle, thanks everyone for helping to identify the plant.
Might be honeysuckle. Nonnative
They look like honeysuckles to me. 😋
That looks like honeysuckle, bet it smelled wonderful.
Hmmm, I can't really make out much on the blossoms, but the leaves don't look quite right for wild honeysuckle. Definitely something in that family, tho.
Ah, take a look at Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica)
St. Mary's River
Started at the St. Mary's Shoals and ended at the St. Mary's Cove.
Looks wonderful!
Love the birds singing!
How are bugs? Is there lots of mosquitoes?
Love the upper St. Mary's.
We saw several tree like this and trees with just the bark chewed off.
Beaver activity!
That is impressive.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.A true Florida beauty. The Peace River.
Love love Peace river Love the pictures you took
Beautiful........which run was this?
Historic tidbit: The Peace River shows on old maps as Peas Creek and the Native Creek tribe called it Talakchopcohatchee (River of Long Peas). However, 16th century Spanish charts did refer to it as Rio de La Paz(Peace River). So... Peace River or Peas River? You decide.
Jennifer Gilmore McCormick 😍
Having cruised the Peace River over my childhood and adult life, it is so sad to see how much the volume of water has dropped. Despite the seasonal rainfall, it seems unlikely that it will ever flow with any torrent, ever again! Thanks for such great photos of the once majestic river.
Water level is so low! Great time to look for sharks teeth.
Beautiful!
Where did you put in and take out? Did you see big alligators?
You have an incredible ‘eye’ for good photography. Thanks for sharing!
Nicely done
I like your pictures!
Beautiful pictures ❤️
Beautiful pictures looks really low
Beautiful pics! I love that river. The water is definitely way low.
Peace Trickle right now. lol. still beautiful
Great photos! Thanks!
Patrick Snedeker
Gorgeous!!!
Absolutely gorgeous photos!!!
Many wonderful memories…
Awesome pics!
Beautiful!
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Thats beautiful!!! Looks like our cold water creek our juniper creek here in milton
Baby taking a look to see what that clicking sound is...📸 This is also called spy hopping.😊
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Absolutely gorgeous!!! Great picture! Love it! ❤️❤️❤️
Awesome picture!!!!
Awesome pic 🐬
Wow!!!! Magical moment you captured! 💙
How fortunate that you were able to capture these images! Your pictures just made me smile.
Nice.
Nice pic
Admins, it's not a big deal but the poster does not appear to be a legitimate profile and they are posting someone else's personal photos. Fyi.
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The Time-release Dose – Paddlers of the world Unite and seize the means of Propulsion!
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Today is May Day, not Mayday know the difference. . (click to enter) . Paddlers of the world, UNITE*! 😉 Seize the means of Propulsion! . The image above is part of a series on solar and lunar ecli…
Though today was a fun paddle, I would be
negligent if I didn’t tell you about the support Gail, Kathy, Ed, Jennifer and I received from the volunteers, first at the staging where they helped unload our kayaks and directed us to registration and parking then again at the Hurricane restaurant they were there to assist us out of our kayak and brought them out of the water and out of the way and helped us get back in the water. Amazing! We met at Tavares recreation center and paddled Lake Eustis to the Dora canal to Lake Dora. Then we went to the Hurricane restaurant for a super lunch. The kayakers here were in a festive mood, in attire as well as decorated kayaks. My favorite was the matador with the trailing bull. Though enjoyable the lakes did challenge me. All in all a great paddle. Kudos to Adventure Outdoor Paddle for a great charity fund raising event for Camp Boggy Creek children’s camp. Gail provided some of the pictures and videos. #tavareskayakathon2022
A little windy out there!
It was a little choppy at first, but smoothed out. It was a Beautiful day!
While the sun is good for you, to much can have consequences. Please don't be like me in my younger years. We used to put baby oil on to speed up sun exposure.. 🌞 if we only knew....This subject should be on every outdoors, boating and anglers mind. (Thanks Kevin) We love the outdoors, the water, fresh air and the sun! But...
1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70.
More than 2 people die of skin cancer in the U.S. every hour.
Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma.
When detected early, the 5-year survival rate for melanoma is 99 percent.
In the U.S., more than 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every day.
(www.skincancer.org)
Sun exposure can be a double edged sword. I grew up in South Florida. We used to hit the beach after school and never heard of sunscreen. I am now paying for it. Undergoing skin treatments for pre-cancer issues as I type this. Oh Boy!
So how does one protect themselves (and please especially your kids!) While a deep dark tan is great, it doesn't stop the sun damage to your skin. There are a couple of ways to lessen the damage the sun can do to your skin.
Personally because I boat, kayak and fish a lot, I found using sunscreens (SPF at least 30 to 50) to be a bit messy and had to keep reapplying them. Getting sunscreen on things like the boat, fishing reels, line and bait is not a great way to catch fish. Plus it can make the floor of a boat very slippery!
Many of my Capt. buddies and myself have gone to using clothing as the screen. There are many great sunshirts, hats and neck gators out there, but don't forget the backs of the hands! Those are one of the areas I am having to get treated for currently, so gloves are a help with the sun and help protect my hands from injuries.
Fishing shirts that have long sleeves and attached hoods are very popular and come in all kinds of designs and prints. They are the go to giveaway at most fishing tournaments I go to. If your shirt doesn't have a attached hood then a neck gator that you can pull up to cover your face and ears and neck is a great addition. Wide brim hats are very popular also. The idea is to cover as muck skin as you can with SPF 30-50 clothing. The fabrics now are very good. They are cool, dry quickly and can look really nice.
Being on or near the water one should also consider that water is reflective and just adds to the exposure you are getting.
So lets see those pictures of your sun protection! And please no birthday suits as that will get us banned. 😉
#fishing #fishingfun #fishinglife #saltlife #saltwaterfishing #kayaking #kayakfishing #sunprotection #cancer #CANCERSUCKS
Baby oil with iodine was the go to for my generation
Nice catch
I’m tired of having barnacles cut and scraped off of me. The sun is stronger with uv today due to ozone loss. Having been to nudist places, the sun damage is very apparent to see on some with weathered faces and beautiful skin that hasn’t been in much sun in other areas…
Great post, Chris. Now missing a large chunk of my right upper thigh thanks to the "good type" of cancer.
Also eye protection, lots of damage to the eyes as a result.
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The Time-release Dose – “You can’t do this on drugs”.
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That’s what the sign written in the sky said at the 1998 Fort Lauderdale Air and Sea Show! . . . . The 2022 Fort Lauderdale Air Show is happening in the skies this weekend over the beach. Thi…1st trip to Key West in June. Taking our own kayaks. Favorite/best places to go?
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Not Key West. Not many good places to launch on Key West proper. Big Line has great spots from the end of Blimp Rd. Bahia Honda is gorgeous to paddle around. Stock island near Key West has a few spots to check out. Look in to Lazy Dog there.
I like Key Largo
I always prefer the uoper keys. More to see, less drunken tourists lol
Stop at Indian key!!!!
On Key West itself, look up the 11th Street Boat Ramp. Put in and head to the left. After passing all the houses, look for entrances into the Mangroves. There are a couple tunnels that will take you to a large salt marsh by the airport runway. Pretty cool paddle.
Thomas Key West
Alabama Jacks
Kayak - Bahia Honda State Park
Stock Island has some nice mangrove tunnels
Hemingway House
Key west kinos
Mallory square
Bahia Honda key
Bahia honda!!!
Gilberts resort in key largo !! Robbies to feed the tarpon/pelicans! Deer key to see the deer .
Look at the posts from KAG who were in the keys this week.
We love paddling big pine
Bahia Honda
Stop at Indian Key fill and paddle out to the island. We go weekdays and have the whole place to ourselves
Explore the flats along Cow Key Channel (tons of sea life), the Riviera Canal, Salt Run Channel and def do the Salt Ponds (access them thru the mangroves along the Riviera).
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For my first paddle since my February shoulder surgery the Chick-a-Dees did a downstream-only paddle on the Silver River, from Silver Springs State Park to Ray Wayside County Park. Shoulder and back are really sore tonight, but my soul is full. My OT on Monday will probably shake his head, but my surgeon said to "push it" so that's what I'm doing. I only took my little point-and-shoot with me coz I needed to focus on moving that paddle. But I got a few pics to share. Lots of baby Double-crested Cormorants, baby Anhingas and baby Wood Ducks on the river today. Saw 2 manatees, but no monkeys. Last pic is map with stats for the trip.
I broke my ankle in February. I can't wait for my maiden voyage one day 🥰
Beautiful
Water therapy is the best! Keep up the good work! Glad you are healing.
Very pretty! Did you use a shuttle service?
Great pics. I just had shoulder surgery. Eagerly waiting to learn to kayak after I have healed.
Does anyone have eyes on the Dunedin Causeway right now? How is the wind/tide/chop situation? We’re heading out around 10.