Venice LemonBay Kayakers
All trips have a Launch Time of 9:30am. unless shown otherwise in the trip details.
"Launch Time" means you are in the water and ready to paddle. Please allow sufficient time for travel, unloading equipment and preparing for the trip.
Where we buy our equipment.
On any trip extending past official sunset all kayaks must carry a White light that is visible for at least one mile or be equipped with approved Red, Green and White navigation lights.
NOTE: Paddles are subject to cancellation or change. Please check the website before you leave for the latest update.
All kayaks and kayakers must observe all State and Federal Regulations regarding safety and navigation rules. This includes carrying a CG approved PFD that is "readily accessible" (not inside a hatch or under your seat) and an effective sound producing device such as a whistle or horn.
Economy Tackle / Dolphin Paddlesports
6018 S. Tamiami Tr. Sarasota, FL. 34231.
941-922-9671
www.economytackle.com
www.floridakayak.com
Wednesday October 4th Paddle
Snook Haven County Park Boat Ramp - The Venice-Lemon Bay Kayakers will have a kayak trip with a launch time of 8:30 am on Wednesday October 4th, at the Snook Haven County Park Boat Ramp east of Venice with a destination of paddling up the Myakka River and return. This trip will be about 3-4 hours in duration, 7-8 miles long, rated intermediate.
“Launch time of 8:30 am,” means you are in the water and ready to paddle. Please allow ample time for travel, unloading your kayaks and preparing for the trip.
Facilities: The Snook Haven launch area is a boat ramp; parking is sand, grass and gravel. There are restrooms, picnic tables and a restaurant.
Directions: From I-75 Exit 191, go south on River Road to Venice Avenue. Turn left at the light onto Venice Ave, a dirt road leading to Snook Haven Restaurant, and follow it until you see the “Boat Ramp” sign on the left and Camp Venice Retreat on the right.
From Hwy. 41 in South Venice turn north at the traffic light onto River Road and go about 4.5 miles to Venice Ave, a dirt road leading to Snook Haven Restaurant, and follow it until you see the “Boat Ramp” sign on the left and Camp Venice Retreat on the right.
From Hwy. 41 in “central” Venice go east about six miles on Venice Ave and continue straight at the traffic light crossing River Rd onto the dirt road leading to Snook Haven Restaurant, and follow it until you see the “Boat Ramp” sign on the left and Camp Venice Retreat on the right.
SAFETY COMES FIRST. ALWAYS WEAR YOUR PFD.
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