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Join a park ranger for a fun and informative paddle along beautiful Haw Creek! Explore a serene blackwater creek as it winds through an old Florida cypress swamp toward Crescent Lake. This guided paddle offers a unique opportunity to experience the area’s diverse natural communities, including forests, hammocks, flatwoods, marshes, swamps, and the blackwater stream, while learning about the region’s natural history and wildlife.

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Meet at: Russell Landing in Bunnell (2007 County Road 2007 Bunnell, Florida 32110)

What to Bring: Water, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Participants must provide their own kayak and a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD) with a whistle.

Preregistration is required. This is a ticketed event with limited availability. Participants must be 12 years of age or older and will be required to sign a liability waiver before participating. For more information, contact Mark Adams at Mark.D.Adams@FloridaDEP.gov.

Ticketed Event: A minimum donation of $10 at https://www.fotbsp.com/Donate per person is requested. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Tomoka Basin State Parks and support future programs and events.

Park Entry Fees: Park entry fees not applicable at this location. 

Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bring-your-own-kayak-tomoka-basin-state-parks

Information: Mark Adams, 386-517-2084 or email Mark.D.Adams@FloridaDEP.gov