# Event Details - **Event Name**: Piddler Island Paddle - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 11:30 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Paddle with us through the mangroves and enjoy some sun on the sandbar!About this EventThe Volusia County Explore Volusia program invites you to join Environmental Specialist Tommy Nordmann for a paddling tour through the mangroves to Piddler Island where we’ll enjoy a break on a nearby sandbar. Along the way, participants will learn about the native wildlife that inhabits this estuarine ecosystem.**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, Sleepy Hollow: https://maps.apple.com/?ll=29.080351,-80.955224&q=Dropped%20Pin&t=hACTIVITY: A 2.5-hour moderate to difficult paddling trip. Difficulty will depend on wind and currents.** This trip is recommended for experienced paddlers only due to stronger currents and boat traffic in the Ponce de Leon Cut.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 served!FACILITIES: There is a port-a-let on site but no running water.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/piddler-island-paddle/100001987060208574 - **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**: 3251 Dixie Fwy N - **lat**: 29.079867 - **long**: -80.9542211 - **full address**: 3251 Dixie Fwy N, 3251 Dixie Freeway North, New Smyrna Beach, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Piddler Island Paddle - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/2c9ad833a171111e80b0a4eaedca57cc0d2f3b44deea8a544001016112e3453f-rimg-w1200-h600-dc90c8eb-gmir.jpg?v=1776418508 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Piddler Island Paddle being held? - **A:** Piddler Island Paddle takes place on Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 11:30 am at 3251 Dixie Fwy N, 3251 Dixie Freeway North, New Smyrna Beach, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Piddler Island Paddle? - **A:** Piddler Island 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. 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