First Day Paddle

Start the new year off on the right paddle

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Oar you ready to start the new year off right? Join us for a First Day Paddle of the salt marsh!

Boating is all about going with the flow, and we should, too! Join park rangers on a 1.8-mile (round trip) guided paddle of the salt marsh!

Hit the water with us from 9 am to 11:00 am to kick off the new year by paddling the salt marsh!

Limited spots available. Registration is required; check back for updates! We'll contact registered participants via email, so please check all messages and respond promptly.

Maximum of two spots per reservation.

Before you can join us:

• Guided trips are free; we do require you to purchase a $4 day pass. You can do that online or at the HQ located at the Beach Unit, or bring cash to use the Self Pay Station in the Marsh Unit • An adult must accompany all children, and the program is for ages 13 and older. • Closed-toe shoes and life jackets must be worn during the trip.

What to expect:

• Be prepared for physical, outdoor, water-based activity. (Suggested weight limit for kayaks = 650 lbs.) • Free safety and paddling lesson • Free gear use (canoe/kayak, paddle(s), and life jackets) or bring your own! • Small group guide (<18 people) • 1.5-hour paddling trip on the Easy Paddling trail to Fence Lake and back • Anything that goes out on the tour may get wet, muddy, salty, or completely submerged

Meet: Airboat Rd, Sabine Pass, TX 77655 -- Meet at the boat ramp at the Marsh unit

Cost: Entry fee is $4 for adults and FREE for children 12 & under. Park entry is free with a State Parks Pass.

* Events and programs are subject to cancellation due to weather. Please contact park staff for more information and further updates.

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