Description
Enjoy the 360-degree perspective from atop Sandy Neck Lighthouse and see all of Barnstable Harbor! This guided kayak excursion is a wonderful opportunity to learn about some of Cape Cod Bay's most fascinating places: the remote cottage colony, the expansive dunes, and the massive Great Marsh.
This tour is a truly unique experience, as the lighthouse is closed to the public and only Mass Audubon Cape Cod has exclusive access! The tour will also explore the extensive tidal creeks of the harbor as Mass Audubon naturalists point out shorebirds, osprey, horseshoe crabs, and other creatures of the marsh. Bring your lunch to enjoy on the beach at Sandy Neck.
Currents and winds are factors to consider in this system, and sustained periods of paddling is required of participants. Recent, previous paddling experience is required.
When
- Tue, Sep 03, 2024 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Who
Adults
Cost
- Adult Members $150
- Adult Nonmembers $180
Where
Location: Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Cummaquid
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Questions? Contact us:
- 508-362-7475 [email protected]
Instructors
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Mass Audubon Staff
Instructions
This trip meets and leaves from Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (directions attached).
Please arrive 10 minutes in advance of the start of the program. Note that the ending time for kayak trips is approximate. We make every effort to finish the trip by the ending time listed but because we are dealing with wind, tide and differing degrees of experience on the part of the participants, there is always the possibility that the trip will run longer than anticipated. For this reason, we suggest that you not count on the trip ending at the time listed and plan accordingly.
Participants may choose among available tandem or single kayaks. However tandem kayaks are preferred due to strong currents. All equipment is provided including small dry bags; all participants must wear life jackets.
We recommend that you bring sunscreen, water, bug spray, windbreaker, hat, towel, and lunch or a snack. There are no facilities, such as restrooms or water fountains, at the meeting places.
Please note our cancellation policy: In order to receive a refund, you must notify us of your cancellation at least 7 days before the program begins. If we cancel the program, you will receive a full refund. We reserve the right to change programs, schedules, and instructors, and to cancel programs due to low enrollment or unfavorable weather.