POLICIES & TERMS

Mandatory Pre-Rental Instruction

Florida law requires all liveries to provide a pre-rental and pre-ride safety briefing to every renter and every potential vessel operator. We keep it friendly, simple, and helpful — just the essentials you need for a confident, safe paddle.

Topics Covered

• Responsible operation and awareness
• Navigation rules and lookout requirements
• Manatee zones, idle/slow speed areas, markers and buoys
• Weather recognition and safe response
• Accident prevention and reporting requirements
• Kayak steering, stopping, and reboarding
• Visibility and being seen by other vessels
• Environmental courtesy and wildlife respect

State Requirements

• A Coast Guard–approved PFD must be onboard for every person.
• Children under 6 must wear their PFD at all times.
• A whistle or sound device is required.
• Navigation lights required at night.
• Manatee protection zones must be obeyed.
• Human-powered vessels must yield to larger vessels.
• Operating any vessel while impaired is illegal.

Local Guidelines

• Use designated launch areas only.
• Respect wildlife zones and posted signage.
• Do not block ramps or shoreline access.
• Follow all posted manatee protection rules.
• Dispose of trash properly — leave no trace.
• Be courteous to anglers, boaters, and other paddlers.

Checklist

• Wear your PFD
• Secure your phone in a waterproof case
• Bring water, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing
• Check weather conditions
• Listen to the safety briefing
• Know your launch and return point
• Stay within your skill level

Standard Equipment

• Kayak (sit-on-top, stable)
• Paddle
• Coast-Guard-approved PFD
• Safety briefing
• Launch/return assistance

Add-Ons

• Dry bags
• Waterproof phone cases
• Extra PFDs
• Fishing rod holders
• Anchor kits
• Comfort seat upgrades
• Roof straps (transport rentals only)

Agreement Terms

• Wear your PFD at all times
• Follow our safety briefing
• Paddle responsibly
• Accept personal responsibility for your safety
• Return equipment in good condition
• Release Kyaks from liability for injuries or property loss

Responsibilities

• Damage caused by misuse or negligence
• Lost paddles, PFDs, or accessories
• Excessive cleaning fees
• Replacement costs for severely damaged equipment

Safety Protocols

• Lightning
• High winds
• Unsafe water conditions
• Wildlife advisories

Safety always comes first.

Refund Terms

• Cancel 24+ hours in advance for full credit
• Same-day cancellations may incur a fee
• No-shows are non-refundable