Photo by Jenna Slovis
SPRINGS AND MANATEES OF FLORIDA SNORKEL/CANOE
February 15th-20th, 2011 Cost: $1395
Welcome to the Florida Springs Trip!
Packing List/Suggested Reading List
Watch Our YouTube Video of Our Manatee Adventure
Trip Overview:
Each winter as the Gulf temperatures begin to drop, The West Indian Manatee
migrates into the tepid springs of Florida. Our trip will begin with three days of snorkeling
among these giant herbivores who winter in Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge,
the highest concentration of the West Indian Manatee in the United States.
Kim Powell,
your trip naturalist saw her first manatee when she was eleven,
a life altering experience.
Kim has been snorkeling among these incredible mammals
and their offspring nearly
every winter since.
She is eager to share her knowledge of her home state and favorite
animal with you.
Our trip will also include two days of exploring Ocala National Forest and the
spectacular wilderness canoe run, Juniper Springs. During our canoe trip we may drift by basking
alligators, river otters and a multitude of wading birds such as little blue herons, white ibis, great
egrets and limpkins. By joining us in the wilderness of Ocala, you will be experiencing a slice
of Florida that most visitors to the state never see.
DATES: February 15th-20th, 2011
Includes: 5 nights of lodging, van transfers throughout Florida,
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners,
canoeing,
two guided snorkeling tours via pontoon boat, naturalist-led programs, permits
and the extraordinary experience of snorkeling with a 2000 pound mammal!
Air transportation, snorkeling gear or personal liquor are not included.
All meals are included with the exception of three (one lunch and two dinners).
Space is limited to 10
Please indicate your interest by email.
Blue Water Ventures
108 Mason Street,
Santa Cruz, Ca 95060.
Cancellation Policy:
Due to the complexity of arranging out of state programs
the following cancellation policy is required.
Cancellations made over 60 days prior to the
starting date of the program will be granted a full refund minus the
$100 non-refundable
reservation fee.
Cancellations made less than 60 days prior to the starting
date are subject to a
handling fee equaling $500.
No refunds are given when cancellations are made
less than six weeks (42 days) prior to the starting date.
For Fabulous Photos and Manatee Facts Please Visit:
http://www.brandoncole.com/profilemanatee.htm
http://www.savethemanatee.org/repro.htm
http://www.fun2dive.com/photos.htm
For Photos and Facts about Juniper Spring Run in Ocala National Forest:
http://www.clubkayak.com/cfkt/trips/juniper_springs.html
At anytime, you may find a
replacement
for your spot if you need to cancel at no extra charge.
A complete package of information will be sent to you upon registering.
