Guided kayak tour of the Weir River Estuary


Item Number: 144

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $200

Online Close: Aug 21, 2011 6:00 PM EDT

Bid History: 8 bids - Item Sold!

Description

Explore the beautiful and peaceful Weir River Estuary by kayak, generously donated by Nantasket Kayaks. Included in this package for up to four people is an expert guide and all gear that you will need for the 2.5 hour tour.


About the Tour


After an introduction to the kayaks and instruction in basic techniques, we'll begin a leisurely kayak journey paddle through the salt marshes to the point where the Weir River empties into the Bay.


We'll take a short hike to a secluded pond and look for birds and rare plants. Relax and savor the ambience of the area. We'll explore the small islets and tidal backeddies of the Weir River estuary and view the beautiful shores of World's End.


In these sheltered waters you'll have great opportunities to view the diversity of marine life for which the area is famous. Given the abundance of wildlife, you're sure to see many shore and sea birds, and likely to spot osprey, swans, geese, perhaps even a family of red foxes.


Native Americans hunted and fished the Weir River Estuary for thousands of years. The Plymouth Colony began trading with the local Native Americans as early as 1621.


Here, you will find undisturbed salt marshes and a unique habitat that supports over 100 different species of migratory and breeding birds.


 


About Nantasket Kayaks


Scott Plympton, owner/manager, is an avid outdoorsman with over 30 years experience in kayaking and leading outdoor adventures.


 

Special Instructions

Time and date to be arranged with donor. This trip is for up to four people.


The tour leaves from Steamboat Wharf Marina, 48 George Washington Blvd., Hull, MA 02045

Donated by

Scott Plympton