# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mangroves, Oysters, and Hurricanes Paddle
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 11:30 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Discover the important roles mangroves and oysters play during hurricane season.About this EventThe Volusia County Explore Volusia program invites you to join Environmental Specialist Tommy Nordmann and paddle between mangrove islands and oyster reefs near Strickland Bay and discover how these organisms, essential to the estuarine ecosystem in Volusia County, protect our shorelines from hurricanes and storm surge.**Important note: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to organize gear and complete a waiver. Waivers must be completed in full to participate in the program. You can download and complete a waiver ahead of time by visiting Explore Volusia.** Some map apps and GPS devices will take you to the incorrect location. Use the following link to direct you to Doris Leeper Spruce Creek Preserve, Kaye Access: https://maps.apple.com/?ll=29.082375,-80.967182&q=Dropped%20Pin&t=hACTIVITY: A 2.5-hour moderate paddling trip. Difficulty will depend on wind and currents.RESERVATIONS: Required. Unless you have a confirmation email, your are not registered.TICKETS: No printed ticket is necessary.AGES: Ages 10 and up are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.ATTIRE: Wear appropriate clothing for the outdoors and closed-toe shoes that can get wet.WHAT TO BRING: Watercraft (kayak, canoe, or SUP), personal flotation device (must be worn while paddling), emergency whistle, water to drink, sunscreen, and bug spray** Five, single sit-on-top kayaks (plus gear) are available at no cost. You can reserve one in the "add-ons" section under "tickets." You must have a general admission ticket for each person reserving a kayak. First come, first serve!FACILITIES: There will be a port-a-let but no running water on site.For more information, contact Tommy Nordmann at tnordmann@volusia.org or call (386) 943-7081, ext. 21266.** Following the successful completion of your registration, you should receive a confirmation email, and two days prior to the program you will receive a reminder email. These emails are sent automatically by Eventbrite. If you do not receive them, please contact Tommy at the email address above.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-smyrna-beach/mangroves-oysters-and-hurricanes-paddle/100001987060941767
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: New Smyrna Beach
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 90 Divito Dr
- **lat**: 29.08193949999999
- **long**: -80.9665023
- **full address**: 90 Divito Dr, 90 Divito Drive, New Smyrna Beach, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mangroves, Oysters, and Hurricanes Paddle being held?
  - **A:** Mangroves, Oysters, and Hurricanes Paddle takes place on Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 11:30 am at 90 Divito Dr, 90 Divito Drive, New Smyrna Beach, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mangroves, Oysters, and Hurricanes Paddle?
  - **A:** Mangroves, Oysters, and Hurricanes Paddle is organized by Green Volusia - Be Floridian Now.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Green Volusia - Be Floridian Now's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Green Volusia - Be Floridian Now a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Green Volusia - Be Floridian Now has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mangroves, Oysters, and Hurricanes Paddle is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Smyrna Beach, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Mangroves, Oysters, and Hurricanes Paddle sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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