Sunset/Hunters Moon Paddle from Matlacha

The Hunters Moon rises at 7.04 pm. We leave the launch at 5.30 PM to make the sunset at the North end of the island. Sunset at 5.59 pm. After enjoying the sunset and twilit we paddle to the south end of the island for the evening grand finallie the moon rise over the bay. This is a day into night paddle, you will need lights for you and your kayak as well as safety gear. Snacks are optional but you should have hydration. Lighting options: glow sticks from the dollar stores, battery lights of all kinds Christmas, camping, bicycle ... even a wide mouth jug with a flashlight in it ! You must by law have a flashlight to shine if boaters are near. Reflectors make you more visible but are not themselves lights, stick on Mailbox reflectors ,wipe surface with alcohol they stay longer cut easily to the size you want, even shape. The ramp is now shell but the end is mucky, be careful. We launch on a Hi falling tide with low at 10 pm... Paddles dip at 5.30 pm, plan accordingly: latecomers will have to catch up.

Don't forget BUG SPRAY take it in the boat as they will tote you off at all times of year !