Name: $$ San Bernard River Kayak or Canoe Tour
Start: 2024-11-17T09:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-17T12:00:00-06:00

**San Bernard River** flows some 120 miles from near Ulm, TX into the Gulf of Mexico being flanked by two major river systems: Brazos River to the east and Colorado River to the west.

**MAY THE FOREST BE WITH YOU!**

Gain a fresh perspective on one of the most beautiful and serene stretches of San Bernard River during our 6 miles paddling tour.

**Our itinerary displays dense and aged Cypress tree canopies great for providing shade in the hot months**, and plenty of wildlife viewing along the banks and sky above.

**Ideal for paddlers of all levels including families with kids**, you can hone your kayaking skills and learn about the surrounding ecosystem in this river basin.

**We do all the planning and packing** \- you just have to show up with plenty of cold drinks and lunch\. We can't wait to paddle with you\!

**Tour Tuition: $199 per person ages 7 and up**
**10% discount offered to families**
**Gear and guiding included**

Activity Duration: 3-4 hours
Paddling Time: 2-3 hours
Paddling Distance: 3-6 miles
Fitness Level: Easy to Moderate
Participants: Ages 7 and up

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**Equipment:** We use professional grade kayaks designed for touring the sea. They have sit-inside cockpit seat, with long and narrow hull that makes paddling efficient at covering long distances with lesser effort. We do not use sit-on-top kayaks.

**Requirements:** Good balance skills and reasonable fitness level is advisable. Our sit-inside cockpit touring kayaks can accommodate paddlers up to about 250 lbs. Best for outdoor enthusiasts without motion or sea sickness, comfortable with vigorous exercise. No previous paddling or swimming experience required - instruction provided!

**Itinerary** tailored to guests' desire, fitness level, group dynamics, weather conditions, etc.

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**Sign up early!!**
A RSVP “Yes” on Meetup merely states your interest.
Seats fill up quickly - the tour is cross posted on several platforms.

**\*\*\*TO SIGN UP & CONFIRM LOGISTICS CALL 832-686-3231 \*\*\***

**\*\*\*THIS TOUR CAN BE RESCHEDULED: BOOK US AT YOUR CONVINIENT TIME FOR YOUR GROUP AT 4+\*\*\***

Call Constantin to confirm logistics, gear size, set up expectations, fill out waiver and to process payment.

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**WHAT TO BRING/HOW TO DRESS:**

Bring 2 water bottles and pack a snack to take with you in the kayak.
Bring with you a towel and a set of dry clothing to change at the end for a comfortable ride home.

Dress only with synthetic clothing. Wear outdoor, fast drying, non-cotton/synthetic clothing like hiking pants and shirts. Long sleeve shirts and long pants prevent sunburn and insect bites.

Bring water shoes/closed toed sandals; old sneakers work great. No crocs, no flip-flops, no rain boots. Wear paddling gloves or cycling/ workout gloves to prevent blisters and sunburn on hands.

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**CREDENTIALS:** This tour is organized by Constantin Platon, an experienced outdoor educator, geology professor, and happy camper with 25+ years of experience, and the following current certifications:
ACA Trip Leader & Eskimo Roll Endorsements
ACA Level-3 Coastal/Sea Kayak Instructor
ACA Level-3 River/Whitewater Kayak Instructor
ACA Level-3 River/Lake Canoe Instructor (Solo & Tandem)
NOLS and Sierra International Wilderness First Aid

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**PLEASE REPLY WITH YOUR PHONE NUMBER!**

I am excited to share with you from my expertise, and I look forward to paddling together!

Constantin
[Call/Text: 832-686-3231]

**[www.oakgeosciences.com](http://www.oakgeosciences.com/)**

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**Do you have in mind a Different Drill, Date or Destination?**

We also run team building events, birthday parties, church functions, historical and geological field trips and eco tours; overnight camping excursions down the river and weekend long adventures at sea along the Gulf Coast; and advanced paddling skills courses.

**Born to Paddle!**

" ¡ ᗯᗩᑎTEᗪ TO ᗪO TᕼᗩT . . . ᒍᑌᔕT ᑎOT ᗩᒪOᑎE ! ! ! ℠ " Houston

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