November Paddles & Events
Mon: Nov 2
Zekes Island Reserve & Ferry
12:00pm
Highlights
- Length & Duration: Approximately 8-10 miles with a typical paddle time of 4–5 hours, depending on current and pace.
- Panoramic Landscape: Calm coastal estuary with islands and a beach stop
- Wildlife Viewing: Shore birds
- Rest Opportunities: Landstop for a beach snack and ocean view.
- Skill Level: Accessible for intermediate paddlers and beginners with some experience
Thu: Nov 12
Little Pee Dee Loop Trail
9:00 AM
Highlights
- 7.5-mile paddle through serene tributaries
- Rich greenery of Woodbury Nature Preserve
- Landstop for snacks and stretching
- Observation of local flora and fauna
- Paddle past a tree house relic used by locals as a primitive camping retreat
- Blend of history and nature
Fri: Nov 13
Winyah Watershed Special Event Paddle
10:00AM
Highlights
Spend a remarkable morning as honored guests on an exclusive interpretive paddle led by Education Specialist: Haley Fournier. This limited‑access excursion carries you deep into the quiet heart of the North Inlet Estuary, one of the most pristine and protected salt marsh systems on the South Carolina coast.
Did you miss out on this opportunity? We will try to set it up again with their education program in the future. We post Secial Events on our Destination Kayak Club facebook group page first. Follow us on our group page and be the first to know about special events!
Sat: Nov 14
Parking Lot Party!
3:00PM
Save the Date… like right now!
Listen up, our beloved flock of gravy‑soaked gobblers — our parking lot events are always a blast, but this Thanksgiving we’re cranking the chaos to full‑tilt turkey mode. We’re cooking up way more than a bird this year… we’re cooking up memories, mayhem, and mandatory fun with the people we love most. Yes. That’s you. Our members. Congratulations — you’re the chosen ones.
Now, before you start flapping your wings: booking is NOT open yet. Its a real “stuffing shortage” moment.
But while you’re reading this, we’re over here hashing, mashing, basting, roasting, and plotting epic games, prizes, and activities to make this the best parking lot party this side of the Mississippi. We’re talking food, games, laughter, prizes and enough chaos to make Ripple clutch his pet rock.
So what should YOU be doing right now?
Grab your phone, calendar, post‑it, a crayon, a Sharpie, a chisel — whatever you use to keep your life from falling apart — and INK THIS IN. Not pencil. Pencil is for people who “might come.” You? You’re coming. You’re basically already here.
Save the date. This party is will make your mashed potatoes levitate.
Mon: Nov 16
Cherry Grove (Beginner)
11:30AM
Highlights
Glide through calm tidal creeks framed by towering pines that define the island’s skyline.
Keep watch for the resident pair often perched high above the marsh, scanning for fish and sea breeze.
Experience the quiet rhythm of Cherry Grove’s winding channels, where reflections ripple like glass.
Spot herons, egrets, and ospreys along the way, adding life and motion to the serene coastal backdrop.
Land on Waties Island’s untouched beach for sweeping coastal views and a sense of pure Lowcountry solitude.
Tue: Nov 17
The River Rat Express
10:00AM
Highlights
- Kayak through a section of the Revolutionary River Trail
-Historical significance: stomping ground of Francis Marion, the “Swamp Fox” - Launch from River Rat Canoe Rentals
- Navigate scenic landscapes and various obstacles
- Engaging adventure for history buffs and adventure seekers
Wed: Nov 18
Wambaw, Chicken, Santee
10:00AM
Highlights
- Length & Duration: Typically 4.5 hours (~9 miles)
Santee River Start — Begin on the broad, slow‑moving Santee River surrounded by classic Lowcountry scenery.
Chicken Creek Passage — Slip into winding, intimate channels where cypress knees and marsh grasses frame the route.
Wambaw Creek Transition — Watch the landscape shift as freshwater merges with tidal influence, revealing rich biodiversity.
Ecosystem Harmony — Experience multiple habitats—river, swamp, and marsh—all working together in one seamless paddle.
Thu: Nov 19
Sandy Island
9:30AM
Highlights
Glide through the dark, reflective waters of the Waccamaw, where cypress and tupelo trees create a tunnel of pure Lowcountry calm.
Land on one of South Carolina’s most protected islands, rich with Gullah history and pristine natural character.
Spot osprey, herons, turtles, and the occasional gator as the river transitions into the island’s marshy edges and hidden creeks.
The paddle offers a peaceful blend of river, swamp, and island ecosystems — a quiet adventure that feels worlds away from the Grand Strand.
Sat: Nov 21
Bird Island
9:00AM
Highlights
- Kayaking through salt marsh of Bonaparte Creek to Bird Island, SC
- Sight of coastal birds like egrets and herons foraging along marshlands
- Beach stop at Bird Island
- Walk to the jetties and Kindred Spirit Mailbox
- Blend of paddling, birdwatching, and reflection in a natural setting
Sun: Nov 22
Drowning Creek Part 2
10:00AM
Highlights
- Towering cypress trees line the creek, their distinctive knees rising from the water like timeless guardians of the journey.
- Sunlight filters through the canopy, casting shimmering patterns across the water and creating a serene ambiance.
- The current aids your journey, but the challenges of downfall will keep you on your paddle tips. Making the eight miles feel both challenging and rewarding.
- *Note: Obstacles and portages are likely on this trip.