Guided Kayak Eco-Tour: Explore Flooded Cypress Forest at Lake Charlotte
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LOCATION SIGNIFICANCE
Lake Charlotte is the one of largest cypress tree swamp in Texas, part of a complex of at least four lakes that lie to the east of the Trinity River Delta. Hundreds of shorebirds are feeding on the shallow lake bottom. White ibises, herons, eagles, beavers, wild hogs, deer, snakes, and alligators call Lake Charlotte home.
Lake Charlotte was inhabited for hundreds of years by ancient Native
Americans whose diet include clam shells. These clams lived in the muddy bottoms of the lakes; they would be unflavored by modern standards. Clams were an important food source for the original inhabitants who consumed them in large numbers and left piles of discarded shells throughout the area, including at our kayak launch. Change in the composition of the lake waters greatly decreased their numbers and few, if any, are to be found today.
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Trip can be rescheduled up to 2 days in advance for a minimum of 4 paying participants to best fit your schedule.
Cost: $150+ tax per person prepaid reservation via Venmo, PayPal or Square (credit card over the phone).
Duration: 3-4 hours.
Paddling Distance: 3-6 miles. Tour can be shortened or lengthened based on local circumstances and paddler fitness abilities and group dynamics.
Full refund, or credit towards a future tour is offered if the trip is canceled by us. No refund is offered if you cancel within the last 24 hours before the trip. A minimum 4 paying participants are necessary to run the tour. Please invite along a friend, colleague, neighbor, or cousin, etc. Thank you!
Registration includes professional guiding services, event insurance and delivery and rental of a premium quality kayaking equipment, including sea touring kayak, lightweight paddle, adjustable lifejacket, bilge pump, paddle float, dry bag, kayak lights and use of group gear (tow rope, VHS radio, first aid kit).
Note: A RSVP “Yes” on Meetup alone does not register you for the event.
This is a small capacity event and some register without being Meetup members, so numbers shown may not add up, and they may change. The event is cross-posted on multiple groups/platforms.
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What to bring? Bring half a gallon drinking water and a snack. Bring a towel and a complete set of clothing to change into at the end, should that be necessary.
Bring a large brim hat, sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses and dress in synthetic, comfortable, outdoor clothing, that dries-up quickly. No blue jeans, no cotton shirts. No rainboots, crocs or flipflops. Bring water shoes or old snickers; your feet will get wet. Wear long pants and long sleeves to avoid sun burn and insects. Cycling or workout gloves are helpful to prevent blisters and sunburn.
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TOUR OUTCOME
Despite being relatively close to a major metropolitan area, exploring Lake Charlotte by kayak is a unique experience for most people: you will be amazed by it's natural beauty! It's a really cool experience!
By the end of this trip you will be a more confident kayaker and have increased knowledge and appreciation for the value of wetland coastal ecosystems.
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REGISTRATION:
PLEASE REPLY WITH YOUR PHONE NUMBER so I can give you a call to go over logistics, gear size, payment and answer your questions and set up expectations.
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I am excited for the opportunity to share with you from my expertise and I look forward to paddling together! Please let me know if you have any questions!
Constantin
(Call/Text: 832-686-3231)
Certified ACA L-3 Coastal Kayak Instructor and Trip Leader, NOLS Wilderness First Aid
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