About Kayak Krossing Tours
With over 20 years experience, Kayak Krossing will provide Eco Tours, and Kayak lessons, by an American Canoe Association Kayak Instructor, Registered Maine Sea Kayaking Guide and Naturalist.
Eco Tours on the Inland Bays, Ponds and Nanticoke River of Southern Delaware.
Each kayak tour will point out the important role that the Eco system plays in protecting the natural habitat of the surrounding area and it's sustainability in providing food, and shelter to the wildlife that live within this environment.
The goal of Kayak Krossing's Eco Tours is to inspire each participant to better understand the importance of an Eco System and why they need to be protected.
12 ft. Recreational Kayaks will be provided. These kayaks have wider cockpits for easy entry and exit and are much wider and stable than the traditional Sea Kayak.
Tours Offered:
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Savage Ditch - 2-3 hrs
The most popular put-in along the Rehobeth Bay which is part of the Delaware Inland Bays watershed. Winding through salt water marshes, which are an example of the different types of grasses that are so important in helping to create and foster the growth of these wetlands. This Kayak Trail is a primary example of the importance of why/what role a marsh plays in aquatic life that will only exist because of the Marsh. As you paddle, there will be Diamond Back Terrapins, small fish and many different shore birds that call these wetlands there homes. Some of the birds that you will see are Oyster Catchers, Ospreys, Gulls, Willets and Yellow Legs.
Trap Pond - 2-3 hrs
Trap Pond has the most Northern growth of the Bald Cypress Tree along the Mid Atlantic Coast. The majority of the ponds found in lower Southern Delaware have all been man made either for Grist Mills are for lumbering. As an example of how nature has the ability to renew itself, one will experience the many native plants and wildlife that has made Trap Pond their home. Come for a paddle and learn about the flora and fauna livelihood of Trap Pond.
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - 2-3 hrs
The primary goal of the refuge is to provide a feeding ground and resting area for migratory birds. The only part of the kayak trail is open to the public from March 15th to October. Late spring is an ideal time to begin a kayak journey through the winding tidal marsh. At this time the marsh is waking up after a long winters nap. The native plants are so important to the livelihood of the many different inhabitants of the wetlands. You might observe some of the following; Swamp Milkweed, Marsh Mallow, Three Square, Pickelweed and many others along will Osprey, Marsh Wren, Gulls and Terns.
Nanticoke Watershed - 3-4 hrs
As the Nanticoke River begins in Southern Delaware and meanders south to meet the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland, there are many small creeks that join up. Two that are enjoyable to paddle are Deep Creep and Broad Creek. Deep Creek begins below Concord Pond, come paddle this narrow winding creek and see the remains of old wharfs used in ship building of long ago. The Turks Cap Lilly and many other native plants are in abundance. The forested shore line is the habitat for Owls and song birds. The put in for Broad Creek is very close to the Nanicoke River, paddle along a rice cut grass Marsh and up a channel to one of the biggest Beaver Lodges. Once again experience the beauty of the flora and fauna of Southern Delaware while paddling a kayak.
EA Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - 3-4 hrs
Located on the Western shore of the Chincoteague Bay, the EA Vaughn Kayak Trail is inviting for any skill level of paddling. The 4 Creeks offer quiet island flat water paddling. These creeks wind through low marsh and forested land. Come learn about the history of the two towns that surround the area, and the many species of wildlife and native plants that are abundant. This area is probably one of the last pristine Eco Systems that is still available to the kayaker.