The Volusia County Explore Volusia program invites you to join Environmental Specialists Tommy Nordmann and Holly Giles on a paddling trip in Doris Leeper Spruce Creek Preserve. We’ll explore the mangroves and oyster beds near Strickland Bay and Turnbull Bay. Along the way we’ll look for local wildlife including dolphins and pelicans.
**Important note: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to organize gear and complete a waiver. Waivers must be completed in full to participate in the program.
ACTIVITY: A 2-hour moderate paddling trip. Difficulty will depend on tides, wind, and currents.
RESERVATIONS: Required. Unless you have a confirmation email, your are not registered.
TICKETS: No printed ticket is necessary.
AGES: Ages 10 and up are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
ATTIRE: clothing appropriate for the outdoors and closed-toe shoes that can get wet.
WHAT TO BRING: Watercraft (kayak, canoe, or SUP), personal flotation device (must be worn while paddling), emergency whistle, water to drink, sunscreen, and bug spray
FACILITIES: There is a port-a-let on site but no running water.
For more information, contact Tommy Nordmann at tnordmann@volusia.org or (386) 736-5927, ext. 12072.
** Following the successful completion of your registration, you should receive a confirmation email, and two days prior to the program you will receive a reminder email. These emails are sent automatically by Eventbrite. If you do not receive them, please contact Tommy at the email address above.
