Trip title: Dunedin Marina to Stevenson Creek Limit 8 paddlers
Trip leader / co-leader: Bob Gallo 312-515-7963 1bobgallo@gmail.com
Description: Location: Launching from the beach next to the Dunedin Boat Club on the West Side of the Dunedin Marina (49 Marina Plaza, Dunedin, FL) we will paddle south along the Edgewater Drive/Alt 19 shoreline then pass under the Alt19 bridge heading East into the Stevenson Creek estuary. Stevenson Creek is a tidal estuary which continues to undergo successful ecological restoration evidenced by seagrass regrowth an occasional dolphin, shorebirds and a significant manatee population. After leaving “the creek” we will paddle west crossing the boat channel and land on a spoil island’s sandy beach, have lunch or a snack then return to the launch site.
Schedule: Wednesday 4/29 arrive 9:00am Launch 9:30am Return Approx 1:30pm - Distance approximately 7 miles
Additional information: Due to storm damage construction the only entrance to the launch site in the marina is off of Alt 19 south of Main St between the playground on the right and the Edgewater Arms condominium building on the left. Upon entering the parking lot continue straight bearing left past the closed boat ramp along the marina’s south wall to the end. Parking is free and arriving on time should provide a space next to the beach. Public bathrooms are available next to the playground and is walkable.
Difficulty: Level 2 Due to Distance 5 miles & potential choppy water
Required / suggested / restricted: Kayaks of at least 15' with decklines and bulkheads or bow/stern flotation.
Paddlers should wear PFDs, spray skirts, close-toed paddling shoes. Bring sunscreen, a hat, plenty to drink and lunch/snack for stretch break on spoil island.
If you have any medical issues that may impact your paddling, please notify leaders before the trip so that they can be best equipped to assist you as needed.
If your plans to attend change, please cancel your spot on the website so that others on the waitlist can join. If cancelling at the last minute please text or call Bob 312-515-7963
See the Skills Self Assessment Chart on the web site and contact the leader with any questions. Please register (or cancel) on the web site or RSVP to the trip leader to allow notification of any changes.