Celebrate NASA's "Observe the Moon" day with a Night Paddle at Camp Bayou!
NASA's International Observe the Moon Night invites the curious across the world to look up at the moon and celebrate!
In the spirit, Camp Bayou's Outdoor Learning Center is hosting a night paddle to get a chance to explore the Little Manatee River after dark, enjoy the nature, and paddle in the glow of the moon.
- $25 to rent a canoe from Camp Bayou
- $5 to bring your own
Email campbayou@gmail.com to register
Things to know
- Registration is required - Email Dolly at Camp Bayou to register
- Cost: $5 with own canoe/kayak; $25 with canoe or kayak rental
- Max participants: 15
- Paddle trip length: 1 mile
- Weather related cancellation is possible
- No alcohol allowed
- Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Things to bring
- Closed-toe shoes (required)
- Water in refillable container (required)
- Binoculars
- Bug spray
- Flashlight
- Snacks
- Towel
- Water-friendly shoes
Camp Bayou information
Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is neither a campground nor a summer camp. It was an RV park before the County's ELAP program purchased the land but it is now open for day use only, open to the general public.
The Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is a public- private partnership between Bayou Outdoor Learning and Discovery, Inc. (B.O.L.D.), and Hillsborough County Conservation & Environmental Lands Management.
Camp Bayou is located 3 miles south of SR674 at the end of 24th St SE in Ruskin.
Contact
For questions or for more information email Dolly Cummings or call (813) 641-8545.