VIP kayaking tour in Ponte Vedra supports land preservation and North Florida Land Trust

Jan. 31, 2011 - PRLog -- Explore protected waters, spot birds and wildlife, surround yourself with beautiful scenery, and escape from the pressures of daily living by joining the North Florida Land Trust on Saturday, Feb. 12 for a kayak tour of the northern access to the Guana Preserve in Ponte Vedra Beach.

There are two opportunities to kayak. If you are experienced with your own equipment, join us at 9 am at no charge. This is a two hour guided paddle. Space is limited, reservations are required.

Inside this preserve, the road noise disappears, and a shallow creek flows through a nature sanctuary abundant with wildlife and native plants. North Florida Land Trust is working to create a northern access point to the Preserve right in Ponte Vedra. Protecting this land, which is located in the upper watershed of the Guana River that flows through the property to the Intracoastal Waterway, protects the quality of the fresh water resource. Come out and learn more about North Guana Landing at Mickler and A1A.

Date/Time:  Saturday, Feb. 12, 9:00 a.m. for experienced, no charge and an additional tour at 1 p.m. for beginners $40 pp including all equipment and guide.

Place: North Guana Landing, Ponte Vedra Beach. Meet at 4155 Mickler Road, West of A1A.

Cost:  Free for morning tour, experienced only. $40 afternoon guided tour per person. Space is limited; call North Florida Land Trust at 904-251-0016 for reservations and directions.

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The North Florida Land Trust was established in 1999 to preserve natural areas in North Florida permanently. Led by 2011 Board of Directors President Michael Langton, Langton Associates, the community-based organization operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and serves seven counties - Nassau, Baker, Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Putnam, and Flagler - working with landowners, local government, and other environmental organizations to purchase environmentally sensitive properties. Thousands of acres of natural habitat in North Florida are lost to development each year. Since its inception, NFLT has been instrumental in preserving over 1100 acres of natural lands in the region. The organization relies on fundraisers and the contributions of supporters to acquire preservation lands. NFLT is a member of the national Land Trust Alliance. For more information visit www.northfloridalandtrust.org.