Local guide provides tours of area lakes, bayous and creeks on stand up paddle boards

Locals and visitors to the Walton County area have a fun, new approach to exploring the local waterways. Local resident and outdoor enthusiast, Justin Nichols offers guided nature tours around area coastal dune lakes, bayous and creeks on YOLO stand up paddle boards.

After leaving the confines of a high stress job a few years ago, Justin has found his passion – exploring the natural beauty of the area on his YOLO board.

Originally from Enterprise, Ala., Justin grew up spending most every weekend with his family fishing, sailing and diving around Lake Powell. Justin is a now permanent resident, and enjoys giving tours and sharing his knowledge of the local waters.

Eco tour along Western Lake.

“I customize my tours to the interests of the individual,” Justin explained as each tour can explore either the coastal dune lakes shorelines, out to the Gulf of Mexico, or along the bayous off the Choctawhatchee Bay.

Tours are available on Lake Powell, Western and Eastern lakes. Tours of the bayous are also available with plans to expand locations.

1-2 hour and ½ day tours are currently available, with full-day excursions in the works as Justin has plans to offer longer journeys such as Econfina Creek. He also plans to offer over night trips as well.

YOLO Board Eco Tours can accommodate up to 12 people and boards will be available to participants as needed.

For more information, you can email Justin at yoloecotours@yahoo.com or call him at 850-687-5700.

To find out more about YOLO boards, go to www.YOLOboard.com