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Did a big keel repair and added keel guard. To keep from happening …

Did a big keel repair and added keel guard. To keep from happening again.

Keel Repair on on a composite kayak

Keel Repair on on a composite kayak

Jacob hard at work assembling a New Rack n roll Trailer

Jacob hard at work assembling a New Rack n roll Trailer

Crystal Beach to the Spoil Islands

Exploring New Waters: Crystal Beach to the Spoil Islands It’s always exciting to put in at a brand-new launch, and our recent paddle out of Crystal Beach did not disappoint. It was a classic, hot Florida summer day, but the breeze and the water kept things moving. Our goal for the day? A small spoil […]

Seminole Waterfront Park paddling trip June 2026

Seminole Waterfront Park Padding trip to Archies Island Date: June 2026 There is nothing quite like a Sunday morning on the water to reset the clock. This past weekend, we gathered a small crew for a bright, sun-drenched paddle out of Seminole Waterfront Park. If you haven’t launched from there recently, the park features a […]

Clam Bayou Paddle Trip 2026- Clam Bayou & Boca Ciega Bay: A Sunday Paddle to Gulfport

Clam Bayou Paddle Trip & Boca Ciega Bay: A Sunday Paddle to Gulfport Clam Bayou kayaking is one of those experiences that perfectly captures the intersection of Florida’s wild mangroves and its vibrant coastal communities. This past Sunday, we caught an ideal weather window just after a front moved through on Saturday. The humidity was […]

Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip 2026: Overcoming Obstacles for a Perfect Paddle

Robinson Preserve Kayak Trip: Overcoming Obstacles for a Perfect Paddle There is an old saying in the outdoor industry: “Expect the unexpected.” This past Sunday, during our scheduled kayak trip to Robinson Preserve in Bradenton, we didn’t just expect the unexpected—we had to tow it. Our trip started with a significant challenge when our main […]

Homosassa River Kayaking: A Guide to Manatees, Monkeys, and Springs

Homosassa River Kayaking: A Guide to Manatees, Monkeys, and Springs Homosassa River kayaking offers a unique blend of Florida wildlife and history, and our recent group trip was the perfect example of why this destination is a paddler’s favorite. We traded the shop floor for the crystal-clear currents of the river, enjoying deep blue skies […]

Chassahowitzka River Adventure: Springs, Manatees, and “The Crack”

Chassahowitzka River Adventure: Springs, Manatees, and “The Crack” Location: Chassahowitzka River (“The Chazz”) Conditions: Clear blue skies, crisp morning, comfortable afternoon Wildlife Sightings: Manatees, Anhingas, Great Egrets, Mullet, Turkey Vultures, and various Herons There is a reason the Chassahowitzka River is a favorite among Florida paddlers. Our recent trip with Osprey Bay Outdoors reminded us […]

Braden River Paddle Trip Nov 2025

Braden River Paddle Trip and Linger Lodge Lunch 🛶 Braden River Kayak Adventure: Jigs Landing to Linger Lodge Date: Nov. 2025 Distance: 8.3 miles round trip We recently enjoyed another fantastic group paddle, this time tackling the scenic Braden River with a group of enthusiastic paddlers. Our 8.3-mile round trip started at Jigs Landing and […]

Fort Desoto Paddle Trip 2025

Fort De Soto Kayaking Trip – Wildlife, Mangrove Tunnels, and Shell Key Adventure If you’re looking for an unforgettable Fort De Soto kayaking trip, our recent group paddle through the waters around Fort De Soto Park and Shell Key Preserve was the perfect example of why this area is one of the best paddling destinations […]

Hillsborough River Paddle Trip 2025

Hillsborough River Paddling Trip 2025: Cypress Knees, Alligators, and a Hidden Indian Mound This past Sunday, we embarked on a special trip down the wild and scenic Hillsborough River. Launching our kayaks from Morris Bridge Park, we set our course for Sargeants Park on what turned out to be an unforgettable 8-mile journey through a […]

Anclote River Paddle Trip 2025

🌥️ Anclote River Paddle Trip 2025 🚣‍♀️ It was one of those warm, overcast Florida days—the kind where you keep one eye on the sky and the other on the water. Luckily, the rain held off and we had smooth paddling ahead of us. We had a great group along for the adventure, and spirits […]

Paddle Through Clam Bayou Mangrove Tunnels to Gulfport – Dolphins, Graffiti Boats & Waterfront Picnics with Osprey Bay Outdoors

Paddle Through Clam Bayou Mangrove Tunnels to Gulfport – Dolphins, Graffiti Boats & Waterfront Picnics with Osprey Bay Outdoors A Paddler’s Paradise: Clam Bayou Adventure with Osprey Bay Outdoors This past Sunday, our Osprey Bay Outdoors crew set out to paddle through Clam Bayou mangrove tunnels to Gulfport, and it turned into one of […]

Fun Kayaking Seminole Waterfront Park to Archie Island: A Dolphin Show and Sunny Paddle from Seminole. May 4th 2025

Kayaking Seminole Waterfront Park to Archie Island: A Dolphin Show and Sunny Paddle from Seminole What do you get when you combine a fine bright day, a scenic bayou, a peaceful island, and incredible wildlife? A truly unforgettable kayaking trip! We launched to go kayaking from Seminole Waterfront Park for an adventure down Cross […]

Ultimate Kayak Experience at Robinson Preserve – April 2025

Ultimate Kayak Experience at Robinson Preserve – April 2025 – A Day of Beauty, Breezes & Good Company The day kicked off with fresh energy and wide smiles as we launched our kayaks and paddled out through the park, bound for the open waters of Robinson Preserve. Spirits were high, and the sense of adventure […]

Homosassa River Kayak Adventure March 2025

🌊 Epic Adventure on the Homosassa River! 🛶 Wow, what an unforgettable day paddling on the Homosassa River! The sun was shining, the breeze was perfect, and the water was teeming with wildlife. Our adventure started with a paddle by the famous Monkey Island, where we got an up-close view of the playful spider monkeys. […]

Chassahowitzka River Kayak Adventure Feb 2025

Chassahowitzka River Kayak Adventure – Manatees, Springs & A Scenic Paddle! 🛶 The Chassahowitzka River, known as “The Chaz,” is one of Florida’s most breathtaking paddling destinations. This past weekend, we set out on an unforgettable kayaking adventure, exploring crystal-clear springs, spotting manatees, and enjoying a peaceful lunch at one of Florida’s hidden gems. A […]

Weeki Wachee River Paddling Trip Jan 2025

Weeki Wachee River Paddling Adventure – January 2025 We started 2025 with an unforgettable adventure on the Weeki Wachee River, one of Florida’s most iconic paddling destinations! Our January paddling trip was a perfect way to embrace the new year. The weather was ideal—cool, refreshing, and perfect for spending time on the water. The highlight […]

Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle: The Benefits of Kayaking and How to Get Started

Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle The Benefits of Kayaking The Importance of a Healthy Lifestyle In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a healthy lifestyle has become increasingly important, as individuals face numerous challenges that can negatively impact both physical and mental well-being. A healthy lifestyle not only enhances physical health by reducing the risk of chronic diseases, […]

Braden River Paddling Trip Nov 2024

Braden River Paddling Trip Nov 2024 The Braden River Paddling Trip Nov 2024, it was nice to get back on the water after missing last month’s paddle and dealing with the Storms and clean up in October. We had great weather some wind but it felt nice and kept the temps comfortable. There was some […]

Anclote River Paddle Trip Sept 2024

Anclote River Paddle Trip Sept 2024 The Anclote River paddle is always a fun day on the water. We explored Spring Bayou where the epiphany takes place every year and all the boys jump into the cold water for the cross. Hopefully the water is clearer when they do it, because with all the rain […]

Hillsborough River Paddle Trip July 2024

Hillsborough River Paddle Trip July 2024 A Beautiful Day day in the wilds of the Hillsborough River. It was a hot day but there was a lot of shade on the river and the river was cool to splash yourself with. The Hillsborough river never disappoints its a wild river with no houses only a […]

Clam Bayou Paddle Trip June 2024

Clam Bayou Paddle Trip June 2024 Clam Bayou Paddling Trip 2024 was a fun relaxing day. We paddled out from the Clam Bayou put in, across from the marina in Gulfport. Paddling north we explored the mangroves and tunnels until we found a dead end so we paddled back south and found more tunnels to […]

Weedon Island Paddle Trip May 2024

Weedon Island Paddle Trip May 2024 The Weedon island Paddle trip May 2024 was A warm and sunny day with plenty of blue skies for a great day on the water. The tides were perfect for going through the Mangrove tunnels. It’s always great to get out of the sun and into the shade of […]

Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip April 2024

Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip April 2024 Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip April 2024, Great weather and a great group for a day on the water. We couldn’t have asked for better weather. It was windy coming across the Skyway bridge but it wasn’t even noticeable when paddling especially out on the open area of the bay […]

Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2024

Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2024 A good day to be on the water. The Weatherman predicted rain but it fell in the early morning and some after we paddled so it was clear for our trip. It was comfortably warm day so not a lot of manatees where around. However, we did see a […]

Weeki Wachee River Paddle Trip January 2024

Weeki Wachee Paddle Trip January 2024 The Weeki Wachee River Paddle Trip January 2024 was a nice start to the 2024 paddling Calendar it was a cool start but not a cold day. There was plenty of water at the kayak launch which from previous years isn’t always the case. The launch was slippery, but […]

Braden River Paddle Trip Nov 2023

Braden River Paddle Trip Nov 2023 Braden River Paddle Trip Nov 2023. The weather was great, perfect temperature a bit of wind which you only noticed on the lake, blue skies and no chance of rain. The trip is one of our longer distances, but there is little to no current so we don’t have […]

Fort Desoto Padding Trip Oct 2023

The Ft Desoto Paddle trip Oct 2023 The Ft Desoto Paddle trip Oct 2023, Was a trip for the books. An overcast day with chances of Rain. But we didn’t have any rain on us for the trip. The tides started out on the low side but not as bad as many past trips, but […]

The Anclote River Paddling Trip Sept 2023

The Anclote River Paddling trip Sept 2023 The Anclote River Paddling trip Sept 2023. It was a fine day to be on the water. Still warm but it’s feeling better than a month ago. We paddle through Spring Bayou, showing the group where they through the cross in the epiphany Celebration in January. Then we […]

Hillsborough River Paddling Trip Aug 2023

Hillsborough River Paddling Trip Aug 2023. Hillsborough River Paddling Trip Aug 2023, A great day for a paddle on the river. We normally paddle from Trout creek to Morris Bridge Park but there where trees down on this section so we started our paddle at Morris Bridge Park and paddled up to Sargent Park. This […]

Bay Pines Paddling Trip July 2023

Bay Pines Paddling Trip July 2023. Bay Pines Paddle trip July 2023, It was a hot day but a good day to be on the water. We put in at the kayak launch in the park and paddle, up into the Cross Bayou. Paddling under the Tyrone Blvd Bridge and the Pinellas Trail Bridge. The […]

A Splendid Robinson Preserve Paddling Trip June 2023.

A Splendid Robinson Preserve Paddling Trip June 2023. The Robinson Preserve Paddling Trip June 2023 was a splendid trip to a pretty little park. Robinson Preserves sandy beach is on of the easiest kayak launches. The weather was great warm but not blazing hot. A good breeze also helped make it feel more comfortable. The […]

A Delightful Weedon Island Paddling Trip May 2023

A Delightful Weedon Island Paddling Trip May 2023 The weather gods were with us for a Delightful Weedon Island Paddling Trip May 2023. A bright sunny day but not super hot yet. We had a big group come out and take advantage of this great day. The mangrove tunnels where beautiful. Plenty of mangrove crabs […]

Kayak Fishing for Redfish

Kayak Fishing for Redfish in Upper Tampa Bay If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to enjoy the outdoors, kayak fishing for redfish in upper Tampa Bay might be just what you need. Redfish are one of the most sought-after gamefish in Florida nearshore waters, and they can be found year-round in many […]

Yakima Showdown on a Jeep Wrangler

Yakima Showdown on a Jeep Wrangler. We Racked up this Yakima Showdown on a Jeep Wrangler. This is a Jeep Wrangler with Thule Gutter system and the 79” Pro Bar. The Yakima Showdown easily attached to the Thule Pro Bar. We loaded the newly purchased Ocean Kayak Caper onto the Showdown that we had previously […]

Clam Bayou Paddling Trip April 2023

Clam Bayou Paddle Trip April 2023 The Clam Bayou Paddling Trip April 2023 was a beautiful day on the water. We paddled through the mangroves and found a couple tunnels to paddle through. Paddling up to the damn or spillway. Going under the boardwalks as bikers rode by above us.We found our way down the […]

Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2023

Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2023 The Homosassa River Paddling trip March 2023 was nice kayak trip for the books. It was a warm day so not a lot of manatees where at the head springs but a few people had sightings. With less manatees at the headspring we paddled up past the bridge into […]

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip Feb 2023

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip Feb 2023 The Chassahowitzka River paddle trip Feb 2023 did not disappoint. The weather was great no rain it was warmer than they predicted. The only down side was the tide was low so there was a sand bar to get into the tributary going up to the crack. The were […]

Weeki Wachee Paddling Trip Jan 2023

Weeki Wachee River Paddle Trip Jan 2023 The Weeki Wachee River Paddling Trip Jan 2023 was a great day for a paddle, the weather was perfect with a bit cool to start the morning but jackets where off before we got in the kayaks. The tides started out low, it was high enough to get […]

Braden River Paddling Trip Nov 2022

Braden River Paddling Trip Nov 2022 The Braden River Paddle trip Nov 2022 was a beautiful Florida November day on the water. We all seemed to be well rested after the time change. The air was warm but not hot. Jigs landing was having a bike event at the park but it was not crowded. […]

Ft Desoto Paddling Trip Oct 2022

Ft Desoto Paddling Trip Oct 2022 A wonderfully day to be on the water. After a week of Hurricane threats and related bad weather and the tragedy of south Florida getting the major hit from the storm. The storm brought in a nice cold front that dropped the humidity and the temps to make a […]

Myakka River Paddle Trip 2022 A Florida Marshland adventure.

Hillsborough River Paddle Trip Aug 2022 The Myakka River Paddle Trip 2022 was was nice to be on the water. The water level was high, and with the high water the alligators get up into the woods and you don’t see as many on the water. A few did show up while we were having […]

Hillsborough River Paddle Trip Aug 2022 A Cypress wilderness adventure.

Hillsborough River Paddle Trip Aug 2022 The Hillsborough River Paddle Trip Aug 2022 was a great day to be on the water. The weather was warm, but the water was cool, and the shade helped. The water was high but not so high as to make the flow too strong or the river hard to […]

Weedon Island Paddle Trip July 2022 a mangrove tunnel adventure.

Weedon Island Paddle Trip July 2022 The Weedon Island Paddle trip was another great paddle trip for the books. We had some rain as we were putting in and as we were taking out. But the rest of the trip was dry and hot. The mangrove tunnels were a nice reprieve from the sun, but […]

Caribbean 12 and Caribbean 14 Footwell pads.

Caribbean 12 and Caribbean 14 Footwell pads. We have some new footwell pads for the Eddyline Caribbean 12, 12FS, and 14..What color looks best?

Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip June 2022

Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip June 2022 The Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip June 2022 was A great day of paddling. The weather was nice, a warm June Florida day with a few clouds but no hint of rain. A few other kayakers and paddleboards were exploring the park with us but it wasn’t too crowded in […]

Clam Bayou Paddle Trip May 2022

Clam Bayou Paddle Trip May 2022 Mark Clam Bayou 2022 as another great trip and beautiful day on the water. The weather was great, not too hot. We had some wind making everyone earn their lunch, but made an easy run back to the put in. Clam Bayou is a small Estuary area in south […]

Anclote River Paddle Trip April 2022

Anclote River Paddle Trip April 2022 With the changes in the weather lately we managed to get a good day of paddling in without the winds or a rain trying to stop us. The Anclote River is a mix of history, commercial boats, tourist town, residential, and mangrove marshes. The trip starts with a quick […]

Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2022

Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2022 One of the warmest and nicest days for March. The wind was calm, and the day was beautiful. Didn’t expect to see any manatees with it being so warm and with all the boats on the river, however, there were a few we spotted on the river. Manatees was […]

Yakima Exo System

The Yakima Exo system allows you to carry lots of gear on the back of the car. In stock now at Osprey Bay Outdoors. Modular hitch-mounted exoskeleton for adventure Decades of product design, on-the-road testing and pure adventure have led us to revolutionize the humble trailer hitch with a system we’re calling EXO. It’s much […]

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip Feb 2022

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip Feb 2022 The weatherman did his thing again, by getting everyone freaked out about the weather. Well, it was overcast and drizzled a bit on us, and it was cold. However, it was not that bad. The weather kept it quiet on the river not a lot of others were out. […]

Weeki Wachee River Paddle Trip Jan 2022

Weeki Wachee River Paddle Trip Jan 2022 The Weeki Wachee River Paddle trip Jan 2022 was a beautiful day. It looked like the wind was going to be a problem, but it worked out to be fine. Being such a beautiful Florida day, it was warm so, not a lot of manatees were in the […]

Ft Desoto Paddle Trip Nov 2021

Ft Desoto Paddle Trip Nov 2021 The November Fort Desoto paddle trip was a bit of a workout but a beautiful day started out . We had to work against the wind and the tide did not come in enough. But hey it was a day on the water. Lots of birds out on the […]

Anclote River Paddle Trip Oct 2021

The Anclote River Paddle Trip was supposed to be the Braden River and paddle to the Linger Lodge. But unfortunately, the Linger Lodge was under renovation and closed. So, we decided to paddle the Anclote River instead. I was a lovely day on the water the weather is still warm but not as stifling. We […]

Myakka River Paddle Trip Sept 2021

Well, its September and it’s still hot, but it’s doesn’t stop us from getting out and paddling. The Myakka River had lots of water which is the best for paddling it. The Myakka River paddle trip starts from the lake and over or around the Weir. The river takes you through a grassy marsh then […]

Hillsborough River Paddle Trip Aug 2021

A beautiful day on the Hillsborough River Paddle Trip Aug 2021, there has been lots of rain this summer, so the forest was very green and lush. But with all the rain the river was high and running over into the forest. Making it so you can paddle through the forest. In fact, for part […]

Bay Pines Paddle July 2021

The red tide put a damper on the Fort Desoto location. So, we changed the put in to Bay Pines War Memorial Park and paddle the intercoastal and Cross Bayou Canal to get away from the mass of dead fish. There were still a few dead stingrays and catfish floating but it did not ruin […]

Paddling Trip to Clam Bayou June 2021

Another fun kayak trip in the books. This is the first time we have put this paddling trip to Clam Bayou on the schedule. Some dolphins were spotted swimming with the group as we explored the mangroves. The tide was high and was easy to skim over the oyster bars. We paddled from clam bayou […]

Robinson Preserve Paddling Trip May 2021

Robinson Preserve Paddling Trip May 2021 Robinson Preserve Paddling Trip May 2021. The Robinson Preserve is a beautiful park to explore. Unfortunately, the lower bay gets inundated with blue/green algae and it all tries to get into Robinson preserve and clog up the waterways. The access to get out into the bay has barriers up […]

Michael Magli RAKFishing Redfish Tournament 2021

It was a good day for the Michael Magli RAKFishing Redfish Tournament 2021.Thanks to all the fisherman and friends who came out and supported this great cause.And thanks to the RAKfishing crew who worked so hard to make it such a great success.

RAK Fishing Tournament April 2021

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Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2021

The Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2021 the wind was a bit brisk, but it turned out to be a beautiful day on the water. The sun was warm, and the sky was blue. Just a bit of extra effort in on section from the wind in our face but it made for an easy […]

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip Feb 2021

The threats of bad weather chased a few paddlers off, but the storm came early overnight and was all done by the time we paddled. The Chassahowitzka was beautiful. Quite a few Sleepy Manatees around the head spring. Lunch at the crack was peaceful, with not a lot of traffic on the river today. There […]

Weeki Wachee River Paddle Trip Jan 2021

We had a great day on the water. Don’t let the cold days get the best of you. Cold days paddling in Florida are always the best. Very few people are on the river and lots of manatees. With the sun out and little wind it was amazingly comfortable. The manatees were out around Hospital […]

Robinson Preserve Paddle Trip Nov 2020

A challenging but exciting and fun day on the water. The wind was whipping but it made for a fun ride in some places and a workout in others. Robinson Preserve did not disappoint in the bird department there were Osprey, Little Blue Heron, Green Heron, Night Heron, white pelican, Roseate Spoonbills, Great Egret, Great […]

Clam Bayou Paddle trip for the fun of it.

Clam Bayou Paddle trip for the fun of it.

Ft Desoto Paddle Trip Oct 2020

There was a lot of back and forth with the weather on this trip. But we took the chance that we would have a window of time to get some paddling in. It worked out to be a good time on the water. We got some drizzle of rain, but it was not bad. The […]

Myakka River Paddle Trip Aug 2020

To me the Myakka River is like the Montana of padding trips, Big Sky’s. We had a great group of hearty paddlers unphased by the heat or the gators. We put in at the lake above the weir. There is a bypass around the weir now so no portaging around or over it. The river […]

Braden River Paddle Trip June 2020

Good to be back on the water with the group even if its half size. A nice trip up the river to the linger lodge. Paddling along the lake to the river there was a large flock of Ibis in several tree’s and next to them was a flock of Cormorants. The river is lined […]

Sportsman 106 powered by Minn Kota video

Sportsman 106 MK Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota The Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota is a simple and lighter weight Motorized Kayak. The motor is easily accessible in front of you to bring up when launching – landing or in shallow water. It also allows for quick and easy access to […]

Sportsman Autopilot 120 – Old Town

https://youtu.be/bHpFIsgg2gU Old Town Sportsman Autopilot 120 The Old Town Sportsman Autopilot 120 is a Motorized kayak using the Minn Kota Spot-lock technology. It allows you to hold your spot like you were anchored in place with a stake out pole. Then move off to the next fishing hole with the touch of a button with […]

Homosassa River Paddle Trip March 2020 Pictures

What a beautiful day! A bright clear day and cool enough to be comfortable and still have lots of manatees staying in the river. We had lunch at Margarita Grill, it’s been a while since we have been here, it was good to be back. Loads of manatees where around many of them eating on […]

Paddling with Manatees.

Paddling with Manatees, A cool video of a curious manatee coming to say hello and have a look at my camera. While kayaking on one of our trips. The Manatee’s where up at the spring head enjoying the warm water on a cool day. https://youtu.be/e6ASq3RBY50

Peaceful Paddling on the Chassahowitzka River

A peaceful Paddle down the Chassahowitzka River. Listen to the calming sounds of the paddle strokes as the kayak flows past a beautiful florida spring river scene. Filmed on a paddling trip with Osprey Bay Outdoors of clearwater fl. filmed on Insta360 one X.

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip Feb 2020 Pictures

It’s Groundhog’s Day and its Super Bowl Sunday and we are paddling. A beautiful clear cool day. Lots of Manatees are up in the spring with the cool weather. The water was clearer than I have seen it in years. Great group of paddlers.Thanks for going paddling with us.

Weeki Wachee Paddle Trip Jan 2020 Pictures

It was supposed to be cold, and it was but it didn’t feel bad. and it was a bright sunny day. It was windy and we had some extra work at times paddling against it. I was worth it. A great day on the water. Plenty of manatees where out. The river was busy at […]

New Kayak – Slayer propel Max 12.5 Now in stock

The New Slayer Propel Max 12.5 is now in stock. Check it out! A redesign of the slayer propel 13. to the MAX. With the hands free forward and reverse. A well outfitted fishing kayak. That turns on a dime and accelerates like a race car. Pedal or fish from a ultra-comfortable adjustable High or […]

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Withlacoochee River

Alafia River Withlacoochee River We paddle up the cypress tree lined river to another park for a picnic lunch before heading back. It has tannic water with many down logs around it’s bank. This provides great spots for turtles soaking up the sun. It is the best of old Florida with its beautiful cypress trees […]

Weeki Wachee River

Alafia River Weeki Wachee River Paddling Trip The Weeki Wachee River is one of the most popular rivers in Florida. We avoid a lot of the crowds by launching at Bayport park instead of further upriver. We enter the mouth of the river at the Gulf and paddle up the through the grassy marshes passing […]

Weedon Island Preserve

Alafia River Weedon Island The Weedon Island Paddling Trip follows through the kayak trail in a delightful 4 mile paddle in and out of mangrove tunnels. The trail is clearly marked with signs, but we might just get a little lost on purpose. The Weedon Island park is a 1,500 acre preserve in St. Petersburg, […]

Robinson Preserve

Alafia River Robinson Preserve. Robinson Preserve paddling trip explores a gorgeous park that we paddle in and out of. It offers many bridges and docks we paddle under before heading outside the park for a breathtaking view of the Sunshine Skyway bridge. A picnic lunch is provided before we paddle back into the park for […]

Myakka River Park

Alafia River Myakka River The Myakka River paddle trip is a trip on a river loaded with gators. We launch at the lake and head over the damn into the winding grass flats of the river. Lunch is provided in a nice shady spot before heading back. You will want to have your camera ready, […]

Little Manatee River

Alafia River Little Manatee River The Little Manatee River is a beautiful winding river through the State Park. This river is full of turtles basking in the sun and offers lots of wonderful shade trees. More… LIttle Manatee River The Little Manatee River flows 51 miles (82 km), from east of Fort Lonesome, Florida South of Hwy 674 and Earl […]

Homosassa River Paddle

Homosassa River The Homosassa river paddle trip takes us on a very wide-open river with many restaurants along its banks. After launching, we will briefly stop by Monkey Island for some pictures of the cute playful monkeys. Then, we head upriver towards the main spring and the manatee preserve. The water becomes very clear as […]

Hillsborough River

Alafia River Hillsborough River Paddle Trip The Hillsborough River paddle trip will take us on a river that is loaded with wildlife. Cypress trees and Live Oaks dripping with Spanish moss line the banks of the river. It is a winding narrow river from Sergeants Park to Morris Bridge that offers a lot of shade […]

Ft Desoto Park

Ft Desoto Park Ft DeSoto is a natural mangrove estuary full of all kinds of seabirds and often dolphin. We paddle around the protected inside area of the park before heading to Shell Island for a picnic lunch on the beach. This one can me a little shallow at low tide so be prepared to […]

Crystal River

Alafia River Crystal River Spring river with manateess More… Crystal River Clear spring fed river. Click button for more history and interesting archived articles about the area, click the more button below. Paddling Locations Alafia River Anclote River Cross Bayou Braden River Chassahowitzka River Cockroach Bay Crystal River Ft Desoto Park Hillsborough River Homosassa River […]

Cockroach Bay

Cockroach Bay The Cockroach bay paddle trip takes us on the south shore of Tampa Bay. Through an important preserved area of the bay. There is even an Indian Mound if you know where to look. More… Cockroach Bay Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve is a protected area that includes 4,800 acres of partially submerged lands […]

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip

Chassahowitzka River Paddle Trip The Chassahowitzka river paddle trip is a open river at the launch, but it has several natural springs that we go visit that are in tighter, more secluded sections of the river. It has very diverse scenery with palms, cypress, oaks and grass flats. We sometimes see river otter and manatee […]

Braden River Paddling Trips

Alafia River Braden River The Braden river is the longest paddle trip we do and one of the most scenic. We paddle upriver to one of Florida’s most interesting restaurants for lunch, the Linger Lodge. We eat out on their huge screened in back porch, overlooking the river. Be sure to take a tour of […]

Cross Bayou Paddling

Alafia River Cross Bayou Paddle Trip Paddle from Baypines park up the bayou. More… Cross Bayou Canal Place Holder Paddling Locations Alafia River Anclote River Cross Bayou Braden River Chassahowitzka River Cockroach Bay Crystal River Ft Desoto Park Hillsborough River Homosassa River Little Manatee River Myakka River Robinson Preserve Weedon Island Preserve Weeki Wachee River […]

Anclote River Paddling

Anclote River Paddle Trip Paddle from up from Craigs Park around Spring bayou the location of the annual Epiphany celebration where they dive for the Cross. Then paddle up to the Anclote River and glide by the Tarpon Springs Sponge docks. Watch the bustle of activity around the boats and restaurants as we glide by. […]

Alafia River Paddle

Alafia River Paddle Trip Alafia River Paddle, The Alafia River is a tree lined river with cypress trees, oaks and palms trees that lean out over the river giving paddlers shade. Many areas along the river have high steep banks so there are not many take outs. We normally put in at Lithia Springs Park […]

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