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Robinson Preserve / Palma Sola Bay - Picnic Paddle

When
16 Aug 2025
8:00 AM
Location
Robinson Preserve (North entrance) 1704 99th St NW, Bradenton, FL 34209

Registration

Picnic Paddle

Robinson Preserve / Palma Sola Bay – Saturday, Aug 16
Trip leader / co-leader: Cheryl Bollman Taskey || 724-713-0207 || Cheryl.Taskey@gmail.com
Description:
Let’s explore the mangroves of Robinson Preserve kayak trail in Northwest Bradenton then head into Palma Sola Bay. Robinson Preserve is a scenic coastal preserve that spans over 600 acres, offering visitors a blend of natural beauty and recreational activities. Located in Northwest Bradenton, it features a diverse ecosystem of mangroves, salt marshes, tidal creeks, and coastal wetlands, which provide a habitat for a wide array of wildlife, including birds, fish, and native plants.
After the paddle, you can rinse your boat at the take-out before loading it on your vehicle. Then, we’ll meet in the picnic shelter just off the parking lot. Make sure to register separately for the picnic – bring your own lunch and bev.
Location: Robinson Preserve (North entrance) 1704 99th St NW, Bradenton, FL 34209 (Click for Google map to kayak launch / parking Lot) (launch can get busy, bring a kayak cart)

Schedule: Saturday, August 16, 2025 – Meet at 8:00 am; Launch at 8:30 am, Return about 12 noon for picnic
Additional information:
Park Map
Kayak Rental – Kayak Jacks, located at the launch site – contact them ahead to reserve.
Also Cheryl Taskey has two 14.5 ft touring kayaks that others can use – contact Cheryl.
There are restrooms at the back of the parking lot.
Difficulty:
Distance (approx. 6 miles) This is a Level 1+ trip due to distance and is open to paddlers of all skill levels and sit-in or sit-on-top kayaks. Kayaks should have deck lines and/or grab loops, as well as sealed bow and stern flotation.
Although any boat or skill level is welcome we'll be taking the park's kayak trail to Palma Sola Bayou, which is a well-protected route from weather, but beginner kayakers may find to be a bit far (6+ miles round trip – given attendance, the group can split into two). See the Skills Self Assessment Chart.
Given this time of year, there is always an eye on the weather.
Required / suggested / restricted:
REQUIRED: Any seaworthy kayak with flotation as well as deck lines and/or bow and stern grab loops; paddle; PDF is a MUST; whistle or other sound-producing device; water – lots of water.
RECOMMENDED: Spray skirt, sunscreen, sunhat, closed-toe shoes, extra safety equipment like bilge pump, paddle float, radio, tow belt, snack, etc..
If you have any medical issues that might impact your paddling, please notify leader(s) before the trip so that they can be best equipped to assist you as needed.
If your plans to participate change, please cancel on the website so that people on the waitlist can join us.

Questions? Text or phone Cheryl Bollman Taskey at (724) 713-0207