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Kayaking on the Chassahowitzka River along Florida’s Nature Coast

    The Chassahowitzka River, pronounced ‘Chaz-wits-kuh’ and which means “hanging pumpkin,” is one of the state’s Outstanding Florida Waterways and as such has been given special protections to maintain its quality. Located about 8 miles south of Homosassa Springs, … Continue reading

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Paddling on the Choctawhatchee River

  The Choctawhatchee River is Florida’s fourth longest river, traveling approximately 170 miles from its beginnings in Alabama to the Choctawhatchee River basin, bay and into the Gulf of Mexico. This alluvial river encompasses a broad flood plain that nourishes … Continue reading

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Misadventures in Kayaking

  I wouldn’t say that I necessarily have a knack for being in the wrong place at the wrong time — rather I seem to always unintentionally be where the action is. There are all kinds of situations that a … Continue reading

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Kayaking the Chipola River in Marianna, Florida

  The Chipola River paddling trail starts near Marianna, Fla, and continues 51 miles to the small community of Scott’s Ferry near Florida’s “Dead Lakes”. The upper portion of the river offers high limestone banks and lush hardwood forest; the … Continue reading

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Canoeing on Rocky Creek and Rocky Bayou, Niceville, Fla

  Florida’s Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park, located on Hwy 20 near Bluewater Bay and a short drive from Destin and Niceville, is one of the Emerald Coast’s hidden gems. As a kayaking destination, Rocky Bayou State Park provides … Continue reading

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