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Guana Six Mile re-opens for the Season

Posted: Feb 29 in Kayaking Blog by

Every year from October through February, the Guana Six mile preserve closes for duck hunting, but it is OK because makes us get excited about opening day! It is one of the most beautiful and historical places to visit; especially now through May, before it gets too hot!

With ten miles of winding tributaries and intimate waterways to explore, the Guana Lake portion of the GTMNERR is one of the most unique environments on the east coast of Florida. This amazing ecosystem offers extraordinary views of “Real” Florida wildlife in their wild habitat.
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Epic Day on the St. John’s River

Posted: Oct 04 in Blog, Kayaking Blog by

 If any of you reading this post have ever taken a class with me in the past, you know that I often mention the word “efficiency”. It’s probably the last thing you want to hear when your trying to escape the office, or the daily grind of life, and just want to go for a [...]

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Kayaking in the Heart of Jacksonville

Posted: Sep 30 in Kayaking Blog by

Eco Tourism in Jacksonville, Residence who are drawn to downtown, People utilizing the St. John’s River for human powered vessels! OH MY! This must be a conspiracy. Funny, how one unintentional act may lead you to a purpose. Last month Joe and I were invited to a Jacksonville Vision meeting, looking at improving paddling access [...]

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Get Outside in the Fall

Posted: Sep 08 in Blog, Kayaking Blog by

Get Outside Enjoy the fall in Northeast Florida By Rachel Austin Now that the summer is ending, what will you be doing outdoors this fall? With the change of seasons comes a change in the rhythm of outdoor recreational opportunities in our area. We are fortunate to live in an area with so many natural [...]

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