River Adventure Tours

09/16/2026

Happy Wildlife Wednesday!!!

A little bit windy out for leisurely kayaking, but it's an absolutely beautiful day! ❤️☀️

Don't forget every Wednesday you can get $15 or $20 off your kayak rentals when you use our promo codes while making your reservation!

Even if you can't get out on the water today, it's always nice to spend some time outside and see what wildlife you can find 😁

Head to www.RiverAdventureTours.com to plan your adventure! From kayaking, scalloping (until the 24th), fishing charters, or airboat tours - we've got you covered!!

09/16/2026

While we have them always available anyway, the next two weeks we will be specifically offering trash bags for anyone launching from our ramp that wants to try to pick up any trash they see along the river! ❤️

This year marks the 31st annual Save Our Waters Week, which will be observed Sept. 19-26. This year's theme is, “Conserve Water Today for Tomorrow.”

Activities include free boat and kayak river tours, guest columns in the Citrus County Chronicle and a photography contest highlighting the county’s natural resources. This includes free Eco Boat Tours of the Crystal River Preserve State Park on Sept. 24 (Space is limited and reservations are required. See attached graphic for details).

The first observance was launched in September 1996 through a partnership among Citrus 2020, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Southwest Florida Water Management District and Citrus County government.

The program was designed to combine education with community involvement, helping residents better understand local waterways and the importance of protecting them.

The program continues today as Citrus County faces many of the same concerns identified three decades ago. Growth brings new homes, businesses and roads, along with increased demands on water supplies and natural systems.

At the same time, the county’s rivers, springs and coastal waters remain central to recreation, tourism and the local economy.

Help celebrate our abundant water resources, and help protect them

09/13/2026

Happy Sunday!! ☀️

It's looking to be absolutely beautiful today, not getting too windy and we should have some nice cloud coverage. Slight chance of a thunderstorm around 4:00, but clear until then!

Head to RiverAdventureTours.com or call us at (833)468-8687 if you want to enjoy the river today!

Photo of some Morning Glories with cute little bee butts 🐝🌸

09/12/2026

How can you be scared of this little guy 🥹🐊

On a real note - many people ask about alligators before they go kayaking, and while you should always be aware and prepared - there’s no need to be scared!

Like any animal, alligators are the same in which they can be territorial, get scared, but also be super chill and mind their own business as long as you’re minding yours!

We always suggest extra caution around shorelines on the Halls River side during alligator mating season and nesting season when they are more active and territorial, but they are very rarely seen on the Homosassa River getting closer to the Springs. During our colder months, they spend their time sleeping and we don’t really ever see them then.

Alligators are a keystone species that can live between 30-50 years in the wild, and up to 70-80 years old in captivity. The oldest American Alligator in the world is estimated to be over 90! Their species has roamed the Earth for millions of years, and their survival capabilities are awe-inspiring. American Alligators were almost hunted to extinction by the mid-20th century for their hides and meat, and suffered from habitat loss and pesticide poisoning. In 1967 they were placed on the federally endangered list, and with strict protections - only 20 years later in 1987 their numbers were already good enough to be removed from the list!

Being a keystone species, they are integral to the environment and wildlife in its surroundings. If they are lost, there would be drastic change and likely loss of other species.
The way alligators move through wetlands naturally clears out mud and vegetation in areas, creating “gator holes”. These holes fill up with water, and during droughts these are invaluable water sources for fish, turtles, and birds.
Their nesting mounds are often shared by aquatic turtles as a safe place for their own eggs, or used as a basking area.
Alligators are also important top predators of aquatic ecosystems, keeping populations of marsh rodents, large predatory fish, and even raccoons in check.

Now that you know some more fun facts about alligators, we hope that you can more enjoy seeing them (if you do)!

- Emily

09/09/2026

Happy Wildlife Wednesday everyone!!

This is what not using any w**d killers looks like during the rainy season in Florida 🤣 but so worth it!

W**d killers and heavy fertilizers getting used too close to waterways is a huge issue in Florida. This cases severe nutrient pollution, algae blooms, loss of native filtering plants, and chemical contamination impacting health and survival of pollinators and aquatic wildlife.

Many plants that can be considered w**ds actually have beneficial purposes, and it can be really fun foraging right from your yard! Besides so many edible plants you can regularly use in smoothies, salads, jams, etc., Florida has many native plants that were used for years by Native Americans for different medicinal and ritual purposes and can still be used today for holistic medicine.

Check out this article from UF https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/floridas-edible-native-plants/ on some different plants you can find!

I feel so bad pulling these since they're good for the bees, but we have to be able to walk the seawall behind this fence and they're starting to overtake the kayaks - so I'm only removing what I have to 😅

Remember to use our promo codes WILD15 for singles or WILD20 for tandems if you want a cheaper kayaking adventure any Wednesday!

- Emily

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09/06/2026

Happy Labor Day Sunday!!

We’ve been lucky with the weather being absolutely beautiful, and vibes being absolutely immaculate! ☀️

Kids Kayaking Day will come again on Sunday the 27th and Sunday October 4th, as the last Sunday of this month and the first of next month.

You can continue to look forward to our weekly deals that are open for everyone! Don't forget Wildlife Wednesday for $15-$20 off kayak rentals, or Fun Friday for $10-$15 off kayak rentals when you use the appropriate promo codes!

Kayaking is such a great way to see new things, get a workout in, connect with nature, and most of all - have an adventure!

Head to www.RiverAdvenutureTours.com to start planning your adventure, and give us a call for any questions, tips, or tricks for kayaking!

- Emily

09/05/2026

What a beautiful morning!! 🤩☀️

We still have openings today if you want to get some Saturday kayaking in!

If you miss us today - don't forget tomorrow is another Kids Kayaking Day!!! Every first and last Sunday of every month you can get $15 off each kayak rental when you're kayaking with anyone 18 or under and book with the promo code KIDSKAYAK either with us on the phone or on our website at www.RiverAdventureTours.com

Children 6 and under are required to wear a lifejacket the entire time out on the water, so before kayaking be sure to introduce your child to wearing a lifejacket and the basics of kayaking to help avoid any extra fears for them. We have lifejackets of all sizes that will be provided, but if you own a coast guard approved lifevest for your child that they are used to - bringing that one for them can help them feel more confident and comfortable.

We hope everyone has a lovely weekend!! See ya on the river!!

- Emily

09/04/2026

We aren’t in Crystal River but these are great tips to follow in Homosassa too!!

08/30/2026

It's Kids Kayaking Day!!

Every first and last Sunday of each month you can get $15 off any kayak rental when you are bringing anyone 18 or under and use the promo code KIDSKAYAK - this can be done online at www.RiverAdventureTours.com or over the phone with us at (833)468-8687!

Kayaking is a great activity for kids or adults - offering adventure, seeing new things, wildlife, getting exercise, and confidence building.

For children under 50lbs, you can kayak with them in a single - and children bigger than 50lbs can ride in the front seat of a tandem kayak. Kids have to be 12 years or older to be on their own in a single kayak.

Please feel free to call with any questions!

08/28/2026