Mother’s Day Weekend Eco-Tourism Paddle in the Lowcountry

Our Eco-Tourism associates at Wilderness Southeast are sponsoring a nature filled Mother’s Day down river canoe trip on Ebenezer Creek. Enjoy your day paddling past 1000 year old Cypress and Tupelo that abound on this thirteen mile tributary of the Savannah River.

As one eco-tourism writer Kelli Nottingham reports, this National Natural Landmark River has become one of her “favorite kayaking spots.” Read Kelli’s whole article on the Savannah’s Best website and view the impressive photographs along this important river just half an hour out of Savannah's historic district:

“Ebenezer Creek, a tributary to the Savannah River, is made up of 13 miles of enchanting forests, murky water, and mysterious wildlife. This winding creek possesses an impressive resume. It is one of only four waterways designated as a Georgia Scenic River, and is also named a National Natural Landmark. The best way to view the majestic cypress forests is by water, preferably by canoe or kayak. While some small fishing boats run on Ebenezer Creek, it is by paddling that one can appreciate the music of the forest and the peace of the water. Listen carefully for wild fowl, watch for turtles sunning themselves on exposed rock, and enjoy the sights of fish leaping for insects on the top of the water. Even alligators, while elusive, occasionally make an appearance.”

Read enough?  So make your plans with the guide to participate on this Mother’s Day Weekend Adventure Excursion up this tributary to Old Man River Savannah. Wilderness Southeast will hook you up on a guided tour for just $40 per person from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM on Saturday May 9, 2009.