"A locally owned outfitter run by a husband-and-wife team that leads guided paddling trips from their home launch, offering intimate kayak tours through nearby bayous where participants commonly spot alligators, turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, warblers, and other wildlife. Tours emphasize connection to the natural landscape and local stewardship, often allowing paddlers to have the waterways nearly to themselves for a peaceful, nature-focused experience." - Amanda Ogle Amanda Ogle Amanda Ogle is a writer and editor who specializes in travel, food and drink, sustainability, and general lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, Texas Highways, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines