This adventure in Galveston Island State Park provides a delightful, natural experience. Enjoy paddling in a provided kayak while slowly exploring the open lagoons and marshes of Galveston Island State Park, one of the area’s premier ecological jewels.
What to Expect: This 2,000-acre public park offers a multitude of habitats that support a wide variety of birds: waders like herons, egrets, Roseate Spoonbill and shorebirds; waterfowl and overhead raptors like Osprey; White-tailed Kite and Northern Harrier. If you have time after the event, visit the two birding observation towers. Most of the kayaks are tandem. You will be required to wear a life jacket. (Life jackets are provided.) Be prepared to get a bit wet/muddy.
What to Bring: Paddlers are advised to bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and a water-proof bag for your gear. Be prepared to get a bit wet/muddy. Closed-toe marsh booties or lace-up shoes that will stay on your feet are REQUIRED – NO FLIP FLOPS.
Important Information: This is a meet-at-site trip. Driving directions will be emailed prior to the trip. If you’re coming from the East End or downtown, please allow 30 minutes to drive to the park.
In the event of poor paddling conditions, we will offer, a walking tour of the GISP bayside beach area, wetlands and observation tower instead, where we will see a variety of bird species.
There is a minimum age requirement of 16 years for this trip.