Delta Adventures - 4th of July!

Between Oil spills and Hurricanes, there is little good news in the media at the moment for the Gulf Coast. Well we have some: the Mobile-Tensaw Delta is still the pristine, natural wonderland that it has always been. What's more, we've been working hard to find new and innovative ways to help you cool down on those hot Summer days in gator free swimming holes!
Happy Birthday to the USA from everyone at 5 Rivers. If you have nothing planned, join us in celebrating the 4th of July on one of our water based events, or perhaps put a COOL adventure on your calendar to help break the monotony of the summer heat as it rolls in over the next few months!

In This Issue:

• Sunset Wine/Tasting Cruise
• 4th of July Fireworks Cruise
• Pic of the Month - Delta Gold!: Bladderwort in bloom!
• Holiday Weekend Eco-Tours - Expanded Tour Times!
• New Summer Canoe & Kayak Safaris

ALL events require advanced reservations. Please call (251) 259-8531 for reservations or visit our website for more info.

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Sunset Wine Tasting Cruise

Saturday, July 3rd. 6:30-8:30pm

Enjoy an evening on the Delta. Sample a variety of wines pouredby our local wine expert, while you take in the natural beauty ofa Delta sunset. Cost is $45/Person. Reservations are required.

Call now to book your spot:

Toll-Free: 1-877-411-SAFARI (7232) or Local: (251) 259 8531.

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4th of July Fireworks Cruise

Sunday, July 4th. 7pm - 10pm.Take in a sunset while we explore the Delta. Then enjoy the fireworks display from the boat! You may bring your own beverages.

Cost is $25/Person. Reservations are required.

Call now to book your spot:

Toll-Free: 1-877-411-SAFARI (7232) or Local: (251) 259 8531.

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PIC OF THE MONTH
Delta Gold!

Joel captured this artistic picture of Bladderwort in full bloom in the Delta during one of our Canoe and Kayak Safaris!

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Holiday Weekend Delta Eco-Tours

In an effort to serve all our guests over the holiday weekend we are offering numerous additional tours.


Friday, Saturday & Sunday tours will be offered at:
9am, 11am, 1pm, & 3pm. Reservations are required.


Toll-Free: 1-877-411-SAFARI (7232) or Local: (251) 259 8531.


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Canoe & Kayak Summer Safaris

We have been busy finding ways to beat the summer heat! If you are looking to explore and keep cool all at the same time, we have two new opportunities for you. Choose one of our COOL Coastal Rivers guidedtrips. Swimming holes can be found around nearly every bend. Enjoy meandering streams and abundance of wildlife. Or try one of our beach excursions. Launch and paddle along sandy beaches. Get out and swim at will or just enjoy the summer breeze from the comfort of your kayak!

Tours are available any day, any time. Groups discounts available.


Reservations are required. For more info or to make reservations on any of our many offerings, please call us at:

Toll-Free: 1-877-411-SAFARI (7232) or Local:(251) 259 8531.

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Don't forget to check out our Themed Kids Birthday Party offerings available on our website - new pricing for the best value party in town.


Guided Paddling Tours of the Delta start at only 2 people and an amazing $50 per person, all gear included, 7 days a week.

We look forward to seeing you soon.


Kristian...

Can Any Good Come of the Oil Spill?

In the last two weeks, we've been asked many times: "will the oil spill affect the Delta should the oil reach this far north?" The answer, of course, is yes. It could be catastrophic. However, could we also benefit in any way from this threat to our eco-system? The answer is the same. Yes!

Sometimes we take for granted the serene beauty that lies at our back door. For those of you who've taken our tours or explored this vast Delta by kayak or canoe, you might remember the incredible wildlife you saw: the egrets and herons feeding at the shor; the osprey diving for a meal or keeping a close watch over their nest; or the alligator sunning himself on the bank. The white pelicans and white ibis that over winter here; the beautiful cypress with Spanish Moss draped over their branches; and the lilies; the Blue flag iris; Golden Club and other wetland flowers that are now in bloom. You may also remember "hearing" the"quiet" of the rustling of the grass or twittering of songbirds.

Maybe it's time to reflect on the opportunity we have to explore and learn about this unique and delicate environment, the recreational opportunities it provides, its significance in the lives and lifestyle of the residents of the Mobile Bay area, and those who visit. Maybe it's time to revisit and take a closer look at the plants whose roots hold the soil in place, where birds, mammals and reptiles, seen and unseen, feed, nest and live. Maybe we should listen more carefully for the songs and calls of the birds both in the air, water and on land.

I know I will.

By Carol Furman

Carol Furman is a Delta Guide with Five Rivers Delta Safaris (5RDS.com)

Another Bird & Gator Filled Day on the Delta!

Today's tour was great. The temperature was nice and the water was like glass. We had a good crowd of families and friends spending time together.....away from the mall! Great to see on this "Shopping Weekend" right after Thanksgiving.

Passengers on the boat were treated to a great diversity of wildlife. Before even leaving the dock we saw Osprey circling looking for fish and a Double-Crested Cormorant did a fly-by just as we cast off. Along the way up river we saw a Snowy Egret and some American Coots, all feeding in the shallow waters along the Blakeley River. We made our way into the Appalachee River and saw a flock of White Pelicans overhead. We then encountered a Great Blue Heron and some more Coots. All of the birds we had seen to this point were then trumped by the sun-bathing American Alligator! We sat quietly and observed this gator for some time. In fact, he was so intent on basking in the sun that we drove off with him still sitting there. Our presence never disturbed him. On our way downstream we saw more White Pelicans and a KingFisher. All in all a great day in the Delta.

~ Captain Michael Dorie
www.5rds.com

Delta News January 2009

Five Rivers Delta Safaris hope you had an enjoyable holiday season and would
like to thank you for your support in 2008. In honor of the New Year, we have
added some unique adventure opportunities to complement our pontoon boat
eco-tours and charters. To help navigate our new offerings, we will soon be
launching our new website: www.5RDS.com .
Please add this address to your favorites menu and be sure to check back towards
the end of January for more information on our new 2009 tours and specials.

DELTA CAFE:

Starting January 21st, the Delta Cafe
will be open Wed thru Sun, 8am - 5pm. Located on the back deck of the 5
Rivers Delta Resource Center, we invite you to drop by and enjoy the view!
Speciality Coffee & Tea, Soups, Sandwiches, Muffins, soft drinks and snacks
available. Daily Newspapers, Delta and related reading, Free Wi-Fi connection
and the best views in town.
Coffee service and
event catering is available for all events held at Five Rivers. The
Delta Cafe: Good Coffee - Great View!

GUIDED DELTA HIKING & CANOE TRIPS:

We are now offering guided Delta Hiking and Canoe trips. These can be
customized to fit your specific group. They can be as short as a few hours or as
long as 2 days with an overnight camp - out in the Delta. These trips are
perfect for group outings, family get-togethers and Scout/Brownie Troop
adventures. Various wildlife may be seen on these trips, depending on the route,
including but not limited to: Alligator, wading birds, water fowl, black bear,
feral hog, bobcat, nutria, river otter, deer, various water snakes, aquatic turtles and numerous frog species.

PORT CITY SAFARIS:

We are also very excited to introduce our newest adventure tour, the Port
City Safari.

Port City Safaris are true urban adventures that match up teams of
participants as they compete against each other using problem solving skills,
physical activities and your powers of deduction to learn about the history of
Mobile. Teams spend an afternoon following clues, solving puzzles and completing
activities as they make their way around town discovering some of Mobile’s
hidden treasures. Prizes awarded to winning teams on the day!





1st Place: $80 voucher for "The Pillars" Restaurant, Mobile, AL.

2nd Place: $60 voucher for Retail use (Wine/Beer/Accessories) at Taste!
Wine Shoppe, Mobile, AL.

3rd Place: $40 Gift Voucher for use on any of 5RDS Tours or at the Delta
Cafe, Spanish Fort, AL.

Please note: prizes may vary, check with staff to confirm current
list.


Think you’ve got what it takes?

Teams consist of two people, one of which must have a valid driver’s license
and supply their own vehicle. Other than that there are no age restrictions
whatsoever. Port City Safaris are offered on Saturday's beginning at 9am and
advanced registration is required. Space is limited - Register now to take
advantage of our introductory rate of $50 per team.



To make reservations or for more information on these or any of our other offerings call 5RDS now at:

1-877-411-SAFARI



Or e-mail:

For Port City Safaris: pcs@5RDS.com

For all other Reservations: info@5RDS.com

Five Rivers Delta Safaris... "in the Delta, we have ways to make you smile!"

 

I hope you enjoyed the read. We look forward to sharing an adventure filled 2009 with you!


Sincerely,

Captain Michael Dorie
Manager
Five Rivers
Delta Safaris, LLC.

A WildNative Company