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What are the risks to paddlers from alligators?

Helpful suggestions if you have a close encounter with the large native reptile Ever wonder what to do if you get too close to an alligator? No need to panic, encounters between boaters and alligators are not very common, particularly when you consider how many people enjoy recreational boating in Florida. Many people paddle in Florida waters each year, and alligators can be present in any fresh or brackish water in the state. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)...

Twists and turns keep you busy on Turkey Creek

Clear creek full of natural wonder Note: The double culvert south of the Hippy Hole launch area is currently not navigable due to collapse. Interested in a challenging, beautiful kayak or canoe paddle? Head over to Jackson Guard at Eglin Air Force Base and get yourself a recreation pass, as one of Northwest Florida’s most scenic paddles awaits your paddling skills on Turkey Creek. Located on Eglin Air Force Base Recreation Area in Niceville, the Turkey Creek paddle from the...