Manatee Snorkel Encounter

"Let heaven and earth praise Him, the waters and everything that moves in them."  Psalm 69:34

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Come along for an exciting day as we focus on Florida’s Gentle Giant, the West Indian Manatee.  Our destination is Citrus County, “The Nature Coast.” 

In the morning, outfitted with wetsuits, masks, and snorkels, we will take a pontoon boat to locate manatees in the cool, spring-fed waters.  During our manatee encounter, we’ll observe first-hand these sociable, threatened mammals.  We’ll study them "up close and personal" in their natural habitat and discover what they look like, what they feel like, how they breathe, what they eat, and more!  We’ll also learn what threatens the manatee’s survival  and what we can do  to help.

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We’ll spend time in the afternoon at Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, a showcase for native Florida wildlife.  At this 166-acre park located at the headwaters of the Homosassa River, we’ll see many examples of Florida wildlife (some endangered or threatened) such as alligators, crocodiles, snakes, deer, Florida black bear, bobcats, otter, Florida panthers, manatees (underwater viewing), and a variety of birds including endangered whooping cranes.

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Cost includes pontoon boat ride, rental of wet suit, mask, and snorkel and gratuities for boat crew, as well as entrance to Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park. 

We will meet at the dive shop between 7:45 and 8:00 a.m. so we can get out on the water early to see more manatees.  Our day as a group will end at Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park at approximately 3:00 PM.  You may stay on your own until the park closes at 5:30 PM.



PLEASE NOTE: 
Minimum number: 25.
Maximum number: 48.
Minimum age:  5 years (or very good swimmer).
Cost:  For children through 12 years, the cost is $89; and for 13 years through adult, the cost is $95. 

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For the best manatee viewing opportunities, this adventure should be scheduled during winter months.   Creation Adventures may be scheduled any day of the week, Monday through Friday.  However, Fridays are generally the busiest for the dive shop and the hardest to schedule.  To visit our website calendar and check for available dates or currently scheduled adventures, click here.

QUESTIONS?  CONTACT MERILEE CLIFTON at 407-808-4458 (cell / text) or [email protected].

Our next "OPEN" Manatee Snorkel Encounter field trip on Friday, March 19, 2027, is sponsored by Science Partners and The First Academy Hybrid + Home School, Orlando.  

See Creation Adventures Calendar tab for information / registration form.  ​Deadline for the minimum number is February 19, 2027.  ​Later registrations may be accepted, space permitting.

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Questions?  Contact Bill or Merilee Clifton at 407-808-4458 (cell / text) or [email protected].
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