Comments on: Wildlife abounds along the Chipola River

By: Jess Bailey

Jess Bailey — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:01:36 +0000

Wanna see some wildlife head to Holmes Creek in Vernon Fl. Put in at the third boat ramp south of Vernon or the 2nd one at Hightower Springs. HUGE trees OLD GROWTH does exist in Washington county. Go on a weekday and get the true experience. Went on the Chipola last sunday and was very impressed! Put in just south of the Caverens and had to drag my kayak over a few logs, but WELL worth it. Is there a paddeling club in the area? I’m in Dothan and don’t know of any, just wondering.

By: Davis Properties

Davis Properties — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:35:44 +0000

Lori,
We really do live in such a special place!
Yes our beaches are “world class” but there are so many hidden gems here and you’re doing a great job of letting everyone know about those too! Thanks for getting the info out there—-keep up the good work! : )

By: Walton Outdoors

Walton Outdoors — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 01:08:55 +0000

Thank you Frances, it is always a pleasure to paddle down our rivers an creeks with an expert like you. Always an enjoyable journey. We live in such a beautiful place to explore.

By: Walton Outdoors

Walton Outdoors — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:58:14 +0000

Thanks Elam,
Yes… one advantage of paddling on a week day and being the first one on the river is you see all the wildlife still in action and undisturbed. It was a special treat to see so much in one day.
I plan to do rest of the Chipola in segments as 10 miles is about all the ‘ol gal can do in one day! Thanks for the info on Jack Lake and Dead Lakes.
I will take you up on the Apalachicola River offer anytime!

By: Elam Stoltzfus

Elam Stoltzfus — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:51:28 +0000

Lori,
Ahhh…. what special event you experienced. Next time, go further into the Jack Lake region. Then one day down to the Dead Lakes. Great story. I’ll take you up the Apalachicola River when you are ready. Elam

By: Frances Stone

Frances Stone — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:30:47 +0000

I was on that paddle with you Lori, and your video captured the essence of a wonderful day on the Chipola River. You are so talented.