 |
Paddle Tales |
E-Newsletter
|
|
 |
|
|
 |
|
|
In This Issue
|
|
Click here to see this manatee photo
by
David R. Schrichte. |
 |
|
|
 |
|
Entanglement: It's a Drag for Manatees and Other Wildlife
 Bonnie is known to manatee rescue personnel as a “serial entangler.” The female manatee resides in Southeast Florida and routinely travels throughout the Florida Keys -- a world-famous fishing destination. Rescued more than six times after becoming snarled in fishing line, Bonnie lost her right flipper several years ago. Read more >>
|
Give a Meaningful Gift, Get a Free Calendar, Win an Autographed Sign!
 Last year, Paul and Kari Skalleberg were pleased to receive a manatee adoption after asking for donations to worthy causes instead of holiday gifts. Is there a manatee lover on YOUR list? Adopt for $35, and we’ll send a free 2009 calendar. Order before Thanksgiving, and you could win a sign autographed by Law and Order cast members! Go >>
|
Meet Doc
 Just like humans, manatees have individual personalities. Some are gregarious and outgoing, and some are shy and introverted. Doc falls into the former category – when it comes to manatees, that is. If he were human, Doc might enjoy a career as a politician, salesman, or talk-show host. He’s sort of the Jay Leno of manatees. Read more >>
|
Kayak with Manatees!
 Beginning in December and running through February 2009, Save the Manatee Club will once again offer the “Do Not Disturb” kayak tours to see manatees in Crystal River, Florida. The tours, which are immensely popular, provide an alternative way to view manatees without disrupting their natural behavior. Read more >> |
|
|
|
 |
|
 |
|
Holiday Cards
A beautiful design by Florida artist Nancy Blauers. 12 cards and 12 envelopes on recycled paper. $14.95
Buy now >>
(go to Holiday Items)
|
|
 |
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Here’s a fun project to help kids and parents learn about manatees and their habitat. Suitable for 3rd graders and up. 
Right before Labor Day, Assistant Park Manager Matt Bledsoe was making his rounds at Wekiwa Springs State Park when he discovered an unusual visitor. 
