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The Sarasota Bay Estuary Program (SBEP) has scheduled free guided kayak excursions on Sarasota Bay during April, the organiza- tion has announced. All of the excursions require online regis- tration at sarasotabay.org, a news release points out. "The SBEP Bay Wise Kayak Tour Program is a fun learning opportunity to discover the plants, animals, habitats and restoration proj- ects that distinguish Sarasota Bay," a news release explains. Brad Tanner, a professional guide and the School Programs coordina- tor for Mote Marine Laboratory, is the kayak tour leader. He is also a member of the SBEP Citizens Advisory Committee. The trips will be to Lyons Bay and Blackburn Bay (April 12 and April 19), the release con- tinues. Participants are required to bring their own kayaks and gear. "Outfitters throughout the region rent kayaks and offer demonstra- tions and beginner classes," the release notes. "The Bay Wise Kayak Tour Program is for experienced kayakers," it points out. SBEP OFFERING FREE GUIDED KAYAK TRIPS ON SARASOTA BAY Free guided kayak trips will be offered on Sarasota Bay in April. Photo by Norman Schimmel Sarasota News Leader March 28, 2014 Page 78