What we’re about
https://KayakTripsAndTraining.com
Our group is for people who are interested in learning how to kayak but just do not know where to start. And for people who have a little experience but want to improve and get on the water more.
No boat? No problem, we have them. All necessary equipment is part of our package, We offer classes taught by American Canoe Association (ACA) certified instructors with an emphasis on having fun while staying safe. Our sessions are not in a class room but are taught under the trees and on the river in your own personal floating work station. (a kayak of course)
We also guide fun adventure trips on southern water ways. All trips are lead by certified guides.
There is no age limitation on this sport, people are kayaking across the country and around the world from age 4 to 80! We will also be offering guided trips on various rivers throughout the year for folks who do not have boats or who just do not feel ready to paddle on their own.
https://KayakTripsAndTraining.com
Thank you,
John Miller
678.549.4950
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Okefenokee Platform Camping. October 11th to 13thOkefenokee Adventures, Folkston, GA$400.00
We had a cancellation so there is one spot left as of September 17th.
Many of you may have visited the Okefenokee in the past but if you have never camped in the middle of the swamp on a platform you have missed out. (No, gators do not attack us on the platforms.)
You are away from noise and light pollution. You will not believe how beautiful the night sky can be. And don't get me started on how magical the swamp is.
We will meet at 9:30 Friday morning in the parking lot at the main park entry in Folkston, get loaded and be on the water around 10. We paddle 11 miles to the platform at Round Top where we will spend our first night. There is a platform with a porta potty about halfway where we will stop for lunch.
After the sun goes down you will have the opportunity to paddle in the dark if you so desire. The swamp is different at night.
Saturday after breakfast we paddle about 10 miles to our next platform at Cedar Hammock. Again, a platform about halfway for a lunch break.
Sunday, we have a short 3-mile paddle back to the cars. We will be off the water early enough for you to explore more of the park, see the museum and take in the board walk.
We provide a tent, a cot and meals. Yes, there will be HOT COFFEE every morning. You simply bring a change of clothes and a personal sleeping bag. In dry bags of course. More details will be mailed before the trip.
This trip is limited to 6 guests. As of today, September 9, only 3 spots are left. Cost of the trip is $400 per person. If you need to rent a boat that is an additional $75.
All of our platform trips in the past have been private and never opened to the public. This will be your first chance to join us.
Respond on here with a good phone number but you don't have a reserved spot until you register at: TRIP REGISTRATION LINK
If you have any questions, please reach out, John 678-549-4950, Dustin 770-715-4282
Not open - Okefenokee Platform and Island Camping. November 17th to 19thStephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo, GA$400.00
This is a Sunday to Tuesday trip with camping Sunday and Monday night.
Why those dates you might ask? Well, there are only 8 platforms and 2 land spots in the swamp where camping is allowed. Reservations can only be made 60 days in advance, by phone only, not online and the reservation line is only open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 to 10am. There are always more people than platforms so if you are lucky enough to get through on the line it is pretty much take what you can get. I did want these two spots, and these were the only dates available.
Many of you may have visited the Okefenokee in the past but if you have never camped in the middle of the swamp, you have missed out. (No, gators do not attack us on the platforms.)
You are away from noise and light pollution. You will not believe how beautiful the night sky can be. And don't get me started on how magical the swamp is.
We will meet at 9:00 Sunday morning in the parking lot at Stephen C. Foster State Park in Fargo , get loaded and be on the water around 9:30. We paddle 11 miles to the platform at BIG WATER where we will spend our first night. There is a platform with a porta potty about halfway where we will stop for lunch.
After the sun goes down you will have the opportunity to paddle in the dark if you so desire. The swamp is different at night.
Monday after breakfast we paddle about 7 miles to our next site on FLOYD'S ISLAND.
Tuesday we will paddle about 7 miles back to the cars. There is a platform about halfway for a break on this day. We will be off the water early enough for you to explore more of the park, see the museum and take in the board walk.
We provide a tent, a cot and meals. Yes, there will be HOT COFFEE every morning. You simply bring a change of clothes and a personal sleeping bag. In dry bags of course. More details will be mailed before the trip.
This trip is limited to 6 guests. Cost of the trip is $400 per person. If you need to rent a boat that is an additional $75.
All of our platform trips in the past have been private and never opened to the public. This will be your first chance to join us.
Respond on here with a good phone number but you don't have a reserved spot until you register at: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
If you have any questions, please reach out, John 678-549-4950, Dustin 770-715-4282
- Fall in the Okefenokee Swamp AND Pioneer Days FestivalSuwannee River Eco-Lodge, Fargo, GA$295.00
Come with us and witness the Swamp as she prepares for her winter nap. This time of year is magical.
THIS TRIP ALWAYS SELLS OUT. SIGN UP EARLY.
Click here to register for the trip!!!We do this trip at least twice a year. We keep going back because it is always amazing and breathtakingly beautiful.
This is a kid friendly trip.The Lodge is about a 5 hour drive from Atlanta.
We will see the swamp in its' fall glory. WITHOUT THE MOSQUITOES!!!! And great cabins make the nights comfortable!!
The Okefenokee contains many types of habitat – islands, lakes, cypress forests, scrub-shrub areas and open ‘wet’ prairies. We might see sandhill cranes and bald eagles.
In November the swamp is really preparing for her "winter" nap. As we paddle through the swamp, keep a lookout for alligators, otters, racoons, deer, white ibis, herons, egrets and maybe even a black bear.
Friday is check in, then happy hour and a catered meal.
SATURDAY you will have a choice of paddling a different section of the swamp OR experiencing a short hike over a board walk and then seeing the swamp from a 3 story watch tower. After leaving the tower we will take a private guided boat tour which allows us to go father into the swamp than we can go in our kayaks. You will also have a chance to visit the Pioneer Days Festival at the Chesser Island Homestead. At days end, happy hour and a catered meal. Optional bonfire.
SUNDAY we will all paddle from Stephen Foster State park. We will be leaving the boats to explore some islands and have lunch on wooden decks. At days end, happy hour and a catered meal. Optional bonfire.
MONDAY you will have an optional paddle on at a black water lake on the way back to Atlanta. We will get off the water early enough Sunday for you to drive home before dark.
The Eco-Lodge where we stay is located in Fargo, GA, just north of the Suwannee River, and is managed by the Stephen C. Foster State Park. The Eco-Lodge is a conference center with 10 cottages, each in a beautiful, natural, private location. There will be no other guests at the Eco-Lodge besides us! This facility is very nice and private.
There are 4 efficiency cabins that each have one double bed.
4 efficiency cabins that have 2 double beds. (Efficiency means one large room with separate bathroom)
Because of the bed situation we could have from 20 to 40 people on this trip. PLEASE BE PATIENT WITH ME AS WE TRY TO ASSIGN BEDS AND MAXIMIZE PARTICIPATION. If you want to join us on the trip and make your own arrangements to stay somewhere else, camping, hotel, etc., that is fine also. You will simply need to purchase an event ticket and let me know where you will be staying. Even if you stay off site, your evening meals are included.
VERY IMPORTANT: HOW MANY TICKETS DO YOU NEED?
1. Everyone needs an Event ticket regardless of where you are staying. This ticket includes three evening meals and three days of paddling.
2. If you are staying in the Lodge with us you will need a second ticket. This is just for your cabin.
3. If you need a rental boat you will need a third ticket.
4. If you are doing the optional guided boat tour you will need a fourth ticket.
Cost of the trip will be $295 per adult, $95 per child under 16. That fee will include a catered meal Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. You will be responsible for breakfast and lunch. The kitchens make that easy! (This fee does not include your cabin, kayak rental, or boat tour)
I DO NOT CARE HOW MANY YOU PUT IN YOUR CABIN. IF YOU WANT TO SHARE A CABIN WITH A FRIEND, BUT NOT SHARE THE BED YOU ARE WELCOME TO DO THAT AND PUT SOMEONE ON THE FLOOR IN A SLEEPING BAG OR ON THE COUCH. ONE PERSON RENTS THE CABIN, EVEYONE BUYS A TICKET.The efficiencies with 1 double bed rent for $450 for all 3 nights.
The efficiencies with 2 double beds rent for $590 for three nights.
If you are coming by yourself and want to be matched up with a room mate (same sex, separate beds) the cost will be $295 for three nights.Tandem (2 person) sit on top kayaks will be $125 for the weekend.
Single kayaks (sit inside or sit on top) kayaks will be $95 for the weekend.Optional Saturday Guided Boat tour is $40.00 per person.
Respond on here if you plan to attend, but you do not have a spot until you follow this link and register: Click this link to register for the trip.
John Miller, 678-549-4950
