Most Asked: What do I wear?
Sunscreen! Preferably with zinc. The Florida sun is no joke.
Moisture wicking clothes
Water shoes suggested. Amazon has a lot of fun colors and designs. You can buy some affordable ones here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QRXF5/ref=twister_B09LSSM712?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Flip flops are not recommended. While they are fun and dry quickly, flip flops are often slippery and can impede balance when entering and exiting the kayak. You may go barefoot when pedaling or paddling so no need for shoes after you get on!
What to bring:
Water
Hat
Sunglasses
Small Towel for sweat and/or splashes
Snacks if you prefer
More sunscreen
Smile!
You may want to bring a cell phone holder. We are not responsible for lost items. While your phone may be waterproof, it is not sink-proof.
Parking:
Please park along Stringfellow Road in front of the chain link fence just before reaching Pine Island Bait & Tackle. (We like to leave the parking lot open for the fisherman to get bait and supplies. They also need room to turn their trailers around.) The bait shop sells ice and souvenirs as well as bug spray & clothing. https://www.facebook.com/pineislandbaitandtackle/ The General Store across the street has snacks, drinks, beer & wine. If you can, please help support our islanders recovering from Hurricane Ian.
Physical skill level necessary:
While kayaking is relatively easy, getting on and off the kayak is the most difficult part. Ability to bend at the knees and stand from a sitting position with balance is required. Guests should be able to get in and out of the kayak with little to no assistance.
Pedal kayaking can aggravate knees and is NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PEOPLE WITH KNEE PROBLEMS OR RECENT KNEE REPLACEMENT.
Paddle kayaking does require some upper body strength as well as use of hands & shoulders. These requirements should be taken into consideration when choosing a kayak. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PEOPLE WITH SHOULDER PROBLEMS OR RECENT SHOULDER REPLACEMENT.
We are not responsible for injuries, and you must agree that you do not have any conditions that will increase the likelihood to experience injuries while engaging in this activity.
Height & Weight Requirements:
Hobie Mirage Single Kayaks with Pedal Drive
Compass (1 available): weight limit 400 lbs. & height requirement 5 ft. 2 in.
Outback (1 available): weight limit 425 lbs. & height requirement 5 ft. 2 in.
Lynx (4 available): weight limit 275 lbs. & height requirement 5 ft. 2 in.
Bonafide Paddle Kayaks
SS127 (2 available) weight limit 425 lbs. no height requirement
RS117 (3 available) weight limit 400 lbs. no height requirement
Equipment Provided:
Personal Flotation Device. A PFD will be provided to you. It is your choice to wear one. However, we are not liable for injuries caused while not wearing a PFD.
Note:
While your guide has experience kayaking the waters of Southwest Florida, please note that Florida does not license or permit guides nor have minimum requirements for them. You agree to participate in this activity at your own risk.
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