Are you itching to paddle like we are? How about in a clear spring fed river?
Our half day tour along the Chassahowitzka River offers wildlife viewing including manatees, the option of snorkeling in springs, and a variety of scenery that makes this one of the most pleasurable water trips in Florida. The clear shallow river runs from the head springs through the 30,000 acre Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge to the Gulf of Mexico.
The river is home to hundreds of species of birds including the bald eagle, as well as manatees and fish species such as spotted seatrout, redfish, snook and striped mullet, which can be seen in schools through the clear water or at times leaping out of the water.

Please bring sunscreen and drinking water. While not required: a hat, water proof bag, insect repellent and a packed snack are wise to bring along.

Put in at the Chassahowitzka River Campground, 8600 W Miss Maggie Drive
Directions: From the intersection of U.S. 19 and U.S. 98, go west on Highway 480 (Miss Maggie's Drive) 1.7 miles to the end, passing small homes and a lodge. Turn right at signs for the Chassahowitzka River Campground.

LAUNCH TIME: 9:30 AM SUMMER WEATHER ALTERNATE TIME 10:30AM
i.e. :in summer we sometimes have a brief shower blow through, we don't scrap the weeks paddle/we launch 60 to 90 minutes later. We confirm day prior so everyone knows when to be there.

**How to Sign up:**
1\. RSVP and include a phone number\,indicate rental yes or no
2\. Book your rental via any of the 4 methods listed below\.
3\. Check back for updates\.

NOTE: we are offering a discount to those who RSVP and book their spot as instructed, if you wait til last 24 hours the rental price goes up
***Half day tour with board rental pre-booked at time of RSVP $35*** LEAVE CONTACT NUMBER IN RSVP.
***Half day tour with board rental within last 24 hours of event $45*** LEAVE CONTACT NUMBER IN RSVP.
Half day tour BYOB $10
Half day tour inflatable BYOB $15 on half day tours

**In order to hold a rental spot you must book your rental by any of the 4 methods below.**
You can call 727 643 9885 to book via credit card
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Paypal via UTBPaddlesports@gmail.com
OR
Venmo via JimboPaddler
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CashApp via $JimboPaddler

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Manatee Sighting Paddle Tour of the Chassahowitzka River

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Manatee Sighting Paddle Tour of the Chassahowitzka River

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