Vote for Rising Tide Explorers!
Vote for Rising Tide Explorers!
Biologist Guide Matt leads Herpetology Research in the Amazon
Biologist Guide Matt leads Herpetology Research in the Amazon
No Experience Necessary
All too often we hear people making excuses for why they aren’t out enjoying the things that make Southwest Florida so special…but here at Rising Tide Explorers, we just won’t have it!! When it comes to kayaking or paddle boarding, we’ve got you covered and there is absolutely no experience needed. If you have ever felt nervous about getting on the water, then one of our guided tours is most certainly for you. Our guides are active local biologists and certified paddling instructors with the American Canoe Association. We have the best guides in the business – certified in first aid, advanced degrees
Why Choose a Guided Kayak Tour?
You’re in one of the most unique places on the planet – it’s no wonder you are looking for ways to get outdoors and experience it all first-hand! With so many options for exploring our area, why choose a guided kayak tour? WE’RE GLAD YOU ASKED! Choosing to take part in a guided kayak tour in the Naples & Marco Island area can take your experience on the water to the next level. With real local biologists as your guides who have a trained eye for finding unique local wildlife, you are sure to see some incredible sights and learn more about the nature
Rising Tide Explorers in the News
Fellow Explorers! Check out the links below to see new stories and articles featuring Rising Tide Explorers. Enjoy! 4/26/17 Collier Citizen – Changing the Tide: Gene Doyle Adventure Scholarship Alumni celebrate with Kayaking Trip 6/6/17 National Research Reserve Foundation – My Reserve Our Coasts – Reserve Support Local Business! 8/6/17 le Courrier de Floride – Rookery Bay: Exploring the Mangrove between Naples and Marco Island 8/25/17 Naples Real Estate y Peggy: Blog – Naples Named a Top 10 Place for Adventure 2/19/18 – TravlinMad: Top 10 Things to do in Naples, FL – The Ultimate Guide to the Paradise Coast
Why did all the Cypress needles turn brown after Hurricane Irma?
If you’ve had the opportunity to drive around Collier County after the recent devastation from Hurricane Irma, you’ve undoubtedly noticed the extensive damage to our local trees. Bare palms, uprooted banyan trees, snapped slash pine, and mighty oaks that have had their branches cracked off like toothpicks. Our iconic local cypress tress (Taxodium disticum) have also experienced some significant damage, but did relatively well during this major storm. How does a cypress stand up to a hurricane? Relatively well actually! Thanks to its thick, strong truck and wide root base, many cypress held their ground. Another benefit the cypress has is its lacy leaf
