Morning Kayak River Adventure

Thursday, May 6 from 9:30 a.m. to noon: Morning Kayak River Adventure at the Richard E. Becker Preserve, 3398 Selvitz Road, Fort Pierce. Explore the ins and outs of this preserve’s newly restored river oxbow. Enjoy the river’s peacefulness while learning to identify wildlife, trees and flowers along the way. Appropriate for ages 12 and older. Kayaks, U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices and paddles provided (you may also bring your equipment if desired). The cost is $15 per person; $10 if you bring your own kayak. No online registration; please call 772-462-2536 to reserve your space. Reservations are a must.

For more information and to find the link for registration, please visit www.slchikes.org, call 772-462-2526 or email slchikes@stlucieco.org.

Programs are usually limited to eight people helping to allow participants to immerse themselves into the county’s beautiful natural areas. Based on current best practices, masks must be worn to participate in one of St. Lucie County Environmental Resources Department’s Guided Nature Programs.

Programs target ages 12 and older unless otherwise noted.  All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Proper footwear and water are required for all programs and please leave pets at home.