Paddle Excursions & Rentals

What you need to know

• Please arrive 30 minutes early for gear orientation.
• No refunds if canceled within 48 hours Before the 48-hour window: There is a $10 processing fee per person to cancel and $5 to change to a different day/time. Call 772-589-5050 for changes.

• Space is limited. Reservations are required.
• Tours are subject to cancellation for weather or not reaching a minimum of 6 passengers.
• To make your trip more comfortable: Bring a hat, sunscreen, and bug spray.
• Wearing closed-toe/heel shoes are highly suggested to protect from sharp oyster shells and other obstacles you may encounter.
• No alcohol on the kayak or canoe. It is a BUI (boating under the influence) if your blood alcohol level is 0.08% or more.

Participants must:

1. Be at least 8 years old
2. Be at least 18 years old to rent a kayak on their own. Renters 16 and 17 years of age must be checked in by a legal guardian but do not have to be accompanied on the water. Anybody under the age of 16 must always be accompanied by a legal guardian.
3. Weigh no more than 250-pounds.
4. All guests MUST check-in with ELC staff at our Welcome Center at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure.
5. Wear a personal flotation device (PFD – provided by ELC) if 14 years old or younger. Everybody must have a PFD on the boat with an emergency whistle attached to it.
6. Have a cell phone with him/her to be able to contact us or to be contacted in case of an emergency.
7. Be able to enter/exit a boat unassisted, which will require a moderate amount of upper and lower body strength.
8. Be able to paddle a boat for length of time indicated for the trip. Some of the longer trips may require an extended amount of moderate physical exertion depending upon weather conditions.