Central Florida Kayak Tours: Manatee Tour February 23rd, 2010

Manatee Tour February 23rd, 2010

Stephen and Toni From Scotland, Aaron and Shannon from NC, Linda from MA and George and Joy from PA all came to Florida to soak up some sun. Toni shared some of her photos with us as well. Thanks Toni! The Yellow Crowned Night Herons tucked away in their special spot and the Anhinga drying his wings. It was a beautiful 73 degree day and like the Anhinga we all enjoyed basking in the sun!

4 comments:

Linda Paquin said...: Hi Jenny;

Many thanks for the photos - you really got them up fast - I have sent to many friends and family as they might find it hard to believe "non-sportsy" me actually did it and loved it.

I'll definitely return - hopefully before I go north for the summer!!

Thanks again for a superb tour!

Linda Paquin; February 24, 2010 at 4:13 PM
Linda Paquin said...: And for "first-timers", you and Kenny are the ones to go with - you're both very pleasant, personable and patient, informative, and make sure everyone is totally safe, relaxed and comfortable and you make sure everyone has a wonderful time!

Thx again,
Linda; February 25, 2010 at 10:57 AM
Joy Andrews said...: Thank you so much for the photos, Jenny. Could you tell us again the exact name of those two wonderful pelican-like birds behind us? We learned so many bird names and are having trouble remembering them all. Next time we will carry a notebook.

Thanks to both you and Kenny for your kindness and patience while we awaited the manatees. We had an amazing time and definitely want to do another tour.

-Joy; February 25, 2010 at 10:58 AM
Anonymous said...: You and kenny are great. Very nice, patient and pleasant people. When we go kayaking in FL again it will be with the two of you. We had such a wonderful time. I have some pics I will be sending you! You two take care and hope to see you next year.

Shannon and Aaron Goodin (NC); March 1, 2010 at 12:25 PM

About Your Guides

Kenny Boyd's first link to nature began as a kid growing up and exploring the lands near Jacksonville, FL. He found the lure of these secret spots irresistible and began to strive to inspire others to take a closer look. He graduated from Eustis High School, then served 4 years in the Navy working the flight deck on two Super Carriers, the Constellation and the Nimitz. During his tenure with the Navy, he experienced many of the world’s ports and became certified in Jungle Environmental Survival in the Philippines. He was the Florida off road motorcycle champion and has spent years as an off road guide through the Ocala National Forest and the Central Florida area. He served on the USDA Forest Service, Ocala Access Work Group in 2001 to help protect the precious resources we have available to us within the forest. He is a member of the Audubon Society, Ducks Unlimited, Mt.Dora Chamber of Commerce and is CPR certified. With a knowledge and uncanny intuition of Florida’s wildlife, a self taught birder with an exceptional eye, his knowledge of the wildlife within FL exceeds most expectations. He has a great sense of humor and makes each and every trip an enjoyable one for all involved.

Jenny Boyd is a Florida native. She was born in Eustis, FL where she and her husband Kenny reside now. Her love for the great outdoors started at a very young age. Being concerned that she would waddle down to the lake they grew up on, her sisters taught her to swim when she was an infant. At the age of 5, she went on her first hiking trip, riding on the top of her Dad’s backpack, while her family hiked through the Smokey Mountains. This trip started her curiosity and education of the flora and fauna that exists in the Southeast region and her knowledge continues to grow. She and Kenny hike and camp every chance they get throughout FL and the mountains of NC and TN.

In 2002, Jenny started volunteering at S.A.D.L.E.S. an organization that is committed to helping children of all ages through Equine therapy. This brought her love of the great outdoors and animals together and enabled her to help teach others as well. She is a member of the Audubon Society and Arbor Day Foundation.

Our mission, Jenny says, is to help others experience the peaceful, rejuvenating, fun side of these beautiful backcountry places that exist here in Central Florida. Being outside, with nature, in a peaceful environment, away from the hustle and bustle has a calming effect on people and has been proven to reduce stress. That is what we hope to accomplish. When your customers leave with a huge smile on their face, thanking you for doing something you love to do, it warms your heart.