New members Glen and Suzi Smith are hosting a kayak trip on Central Florida’s most beautiful river on Friday, Sept. 13.
Silver Springs State Park and the Silver River are about an hour away, near Ocala.
This trip is suitable for beginners who have not kayaked in the past. The river moves slowly; you will be able to paddle gently and enjoy the scenery and the company of other club members.
https://www.silverriverkayakrentals.com/kayak-rentals
Let’s get out and explore Florida’s natural beauty!
New members Glen and Suzi Smith are hosting a kayak trip on Central Florida’s most beautiful river. Silver Springs State Park and the Silver River are about an hour away, near Ocala. This trip is suitable for beginners who have not kayaked in the past. The river moves slowly; you will be able to paddle gently and enjoy the scenery and the company of other club members.
We will explore the beautiful headspring itself, then continue downstream searching for gators, birds, fish, turtles, otters, monkeys, wild flowers, and cypress trees. We may see manatees on this trip, as there are some who live in the Silver River year-round.
When we reach Ray Wayside Park, the outfitter will assist us getting out of our boats, load our boats onto his trailer, and return paddlers and kayaks to our cars in the parking lot at Silver Springs.
This is an easy paddle but NOT a "float trip." We will paddle at a gentle pace but continuously for about 3 hours, with one available rest stop along the way.
SIGN UP: To participate in this trip, you MUST go online to reserve and pay for your kayak in advance. Do this first, before you RSVP.
STEP 1: Visit https://www.silverriverkayakrentals.com/kayak-rentals Select either "single" or "tandem" kayak and then "book now." Read all the details, and be sure to select "Friday September 13" on the calendar. Select the "9 a.m." time slot. Pay online with your credit card.
STEP 2: RSVP for the event
Rental is $60 for a single kayak, $80 for a tandem (two-person) kayak. Weight limits are posted on the outfitter’s website, should that be a concern. Rental includes PFD, paddle, whistle, and shuttle service from Ray Wayside Park back to your car at Silver Springs State Park.
RESTROOMS: Available at the launch site, halfway along (optional stop) and at Ray Wayside Park.
AFTER PADDLE we will have lunch, location TBD. Glen and Suzi have a couple of local favorites; location will depend on how many are attending.
EQUIPMENT:
Recommended Items to bring:
· Snack Water Permanent ID and emergency contact info Sun protection - hat, sunglasses, sunscreen.
We do NOT recommend that you try to take photos while paddling, as you may drift unsafely while doing so. Suzi will take photos of all of us and will share them afterward.
