Events

Just kidding! Happy April Fools Day!

We proudly sell Pura Vida Bracelets in The Tooting Otter General Store.   Like us here at Wekiva Island, giving back has always been core belief at Pura Vida, which is why we started the Charity Collection. Since the beginning, we have partnered with over 174 different charities around the world and have donated more […]

Black bears are the only species of bear found in Florida. FWC Biologists estimate that there are about 4,050 found in the state. If you are lucky, you may see one along the banks of The Wekiva River while paddling!

Enjoy live music in The Tooting Otter General Store! We are proud to welcome The Giddy Up Go Band! If you’re fan of Classic Country music, you gotta catch a Giddy Up Go show! We play country like it was meant to be played!  Our sound harkens back to a style of country that was […]

Having toured the US non-stop since 2006, honing his signature heavy roots music sound with a handful of different live line ups. These days you will find Lauris Vidal touring as a true one man band thrashing & howling wildly behind a junk heap of salvaged percussion where his feet beat a kick drum, snare […]

American River Otters can stay underwater for 8 minutes. They are also able to close their ears and nostrils so water doesn't get into them.

Without A Paddle Cafe proudly serves a large amount of vegetarian dishes including beetles beef BBQ sandwiches, The Impossible Burger and tacos!

The Wekiva River is the only river in Florida that is protected for its entire length as a Federal Wild & Scenic River.

Enjoy samples of six different beers and a full pour of your favorite brew! Brewery representatives will be here answering questions and talking about the beers and the brewery. Brewery swag will be handed out! A delicious meal by Without A Paddle Cafe provided will be included. Reservations Required! $25 per guest!

Have you rented one of our River Banas lately? Gather your friends and family and spend the day relaxing in one of our River Banas. River Banas include a cooler of ice and waters, a grill, couches, chairs and cabinets. You can bring your own food and non alcoholic beverages to complete your day!