Explore Nature Off the Beaten Path with Nature Coast Eco Tours
Up Coming Events:
Multiple DatesTue, Nov 18Spot Shooting Stars, and learn to identify Constellations and Planets in the night sky. You can see so much with the naked eye thanks to the very minimal light pollution on this river.
Wed, Nov 19Paddle through a winding forest of bald cypress trees showing off the true essence of wild Florida.
Multiple DatesFri, Dec 05There is nothing quite like watching the Sunset, followed by the Full Moon rising over the palms. Unforgettable experience you don't wanna miss!
Mon, Dec 08This paddle starts off on Withlacoochee River and takes us to the backwaters of Lake Rousseau. This is an important rookery for migrating birds, and a great place to see Fall colors.
Sat, Dec 13Spot Shooting Stars, and learn to identify Constellations and Planets in the night sky. You can see so much with the naked eye thanks to the very minimal light pollution on this river.
Wed, Dec 17Spot dolphins, turtles, and more on this coastal paddle at the Big Bend Aquatic Marsh Preserve in Crystal River
Multiple Dates
Mon, Jan 12Manatee Season has arrived in Homosassa! Come see the Manatees, they're so curious!- Wed, Jan 21This paddle starts off on Withlacoochee River and takes us to the backwaters of Lake Rousseau. This is an important rookery for migrating birds, and a great place to see Fall colors.
- Mon, Feb 09Spot dolphins, turtles, and more on this coastal paddle at the Big Bend Aquatic Marsh Preserve in Crystal River
Mon, Feb 09Paddle through a winding forest of bald cypress trees showing off the true essence of wild Florida.- Wed, Feb 18Manatee Season has arrived in Homosassa! Come see the Manatees, they're so curious!
Mon, Mar 098,000+ acre conservation area along Withlacoochee River. Paddle through a springfed creek canopied with cypress trees.
Wed, Mar 18This undeveloped and ultra-primitive river is full of history, and home to some of largest and oldest trees left on the Nature Coast.- Mon, Apr 13Paddle through a winding forest of bald cypress trees showing off the true essence of wild Florida.
Wed, Apr 22This paddle highlights the transition through winding sawgrass tidal creeks, down a cypress swamp river then to the coastal waters and islands at the mouth of the Withlacoochee River!
Mon, May 11This paddle will take us on the Gulf where we'll explore the coastal marsh and barrier islands of St. Martins Aquatic Refuge.- Wed, May 208,000+ acre conservation area along Withlacoochee River. Paddle through a springfed creek canopied with cypress trees.
EVENTS
We host a variety of unique and adventurous event tours throughout the year.
Exclusively planned with creativity and local knowledge of the area, sea and sky. These one of a kind event tours can only take place during specific times of the year due to seasonal changes and environmental happenings!
Let's get outdoors and see what's going on this month!
We are likely to have something fun coming up whether your a Florida resident or visiting for a short time. There's something for everyone!
Geminids Meteor Shower Kayak Astronomy Tour Saturday 12/13
Sat, Dec 13
|Chassahowitzka River
Spot Shooting Stars, and learn to identify Constellations and Planets in the night sky. You can see so much with the naked eye thanks to the very minimal light pollution on this river.
Time & Location
Dec 13, 2025, 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM
Chassahowitzka River , 8600 W Miss Maggie Dr, Homosassa, FL 34448, USA
About the event
Our local guides are here to navigate you on this starlit kayaking journey and teach you about the night sky. They’ll lead you to the best vantage points and you'll see so much of the night sky with the naked eye, thanks to minimal light pollution provided by the Chassahowitzka National Refuge. You'll spot, and learn to identify, visible planets and constellations. Look forward to seeing shooting stars during these annual meteor showers.
Meteor Showers Visible in 2025:
Quadrantids – January 3
Lyrids – April 22
Eta Aquarids – May 6
Delta Aquarids – July 30