$$ Fun Eco-Tour: Colorado River Geomorphology (Let's Kayak Columbus Loop)
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Fun Eco-Tour: Colorado River Geomorphology
Let's Kayak the Columbus Loop and look at rocks!
More than 850 miles long, the Texas Colorado River is the longest river to start and end in the same state and is the lifeblood of our state’s economy, our environment, our industry, our agriculture, and especially our lives as Texans.
Columbus Loop Kayaking Trail is a relatively short guided geomorphology and historical eco-tour only 6.5 miles or 3-4 hours of paddling with breaks.
This eco-tour is ideal for families with kids and for beginner paddlers that want to take their skills up a notch and experience a grander setting.
Awesome trip for those that enjoy history, geology, nature, serenity and adventures.
In addition to kayaking, we will discuss Texas history and geology. We will take a couple of breaks to look at rocks, river banks, flood plains, channel shape and dimensions, analyze bedrock and geomorphologic features associated with stream and floods.
Enjoy this wide, open, peaceful trail with a few rapids and multiple islands and sandy beaches great for picnicking. We will pass several cattle ranches and very few houses as we paddle.
Our river float will end at a place where the Texas Army under the leadership of General Sam Houston and the Mexican Army under the leadership of General Santa Ana crossed the Colorado river before their clash at San Jacinto.
Your trip leader - Constantin - is an accomplished master geologist and certified river kayak instructor. This is an awesome kayaking geomorphology field trip and you'll be in for a great learning experience.
IN ADVANCE PREPAID REGISTRATION:
To register, please call Constantin at 832-686-3231 to confirm logistics, gear size, to answer your questions and process payment.
$155 + tax per person (gear + guiding included)
In advance registration required
We take Venmo, PayPal, card over the phone
Minimum 4 participants for tour to go
Small group size (max 10).
Event is cross-posted on several platforms
This eco-tour requires a shuttle service and a small kayak ramp launching fee. This guided tour requires a moderate fitness level. Our touring kayaks can accommodate paddlers up to 250 lbs. and 42 inch hip/pants size.
Please call Constantin at 832-686-3231 to confirm logistics, gear size, to answer your questions and process payment.
We take appointments. This event can be rescheduled for another time that's convenient for your party of 4.
GEAR PROVIDED WITH REGISTRATION:
Single seat OR tandem touring kayak
Lightweight paddle
Adjustable life jacket
Small size dry bag for car keys, wallet, phone
Group first aid kit, safety and recue kit (bilge pump, paddle float, tow rope, lights, VHF radio, etc)
A waiver must be filled out.
WHAT TO BRING:
Bring 1 gallon drinking water and pack lunch. Leave in the car a towel and a full set of clothing for a comfortable ride home. Dress only with synthetic, fast-drying, comfortable/stretchy fit, outdoor clothing. Long pants and long sleeve shirts protect your skin from sun and bugs. Bring a large brim hat with under chin strap and sunglasses. Wear water shoes (closed toed sandals, old sneakers). No blue jeans, no flip-flops, no crocs or rainboots. Wear paddling or cycling/workout gloves to avoid hand blisters.
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Texas Colorado River: Kayaking Columbus Trail Loop
I look forward getting to know you and to be paddling together!
Constantin
[Call/Text: 832 686 3231]
PS: Constantin is an accomplished ACA L-3 Coastal Kayak Instructor, ACA L-3 River Kayak Instructor, ACA L-2 Trip Leader, Master of Science in Geology, and NOLS Wilderness First Aid.
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We also run team building events, birthday parties, church functions, eco tours, overnight camping excursions down the river, across the lake and weekend long adventures at sea along the Texas Gulf Coast, and more advanced skills classes focused on sea kayaking, canoeing and SUP's. Let's chat soon!