Kayak tours help veterans heal

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – Veterans are invited to participate in free therapeutic guided kayak tours designed to help those living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through connection with nature and camaraderie.

The Sarasota Bay Estuary Program (SBEP), in partnership with Wayne Adventures, launched the program Saturday, Jan. 10. The guided kayak trips will continue every Saturday through June.

“I want to share with others what water means to me–its unique ability to calm my mind and nourish my spirit,” said Wayne Douchkoff, program guide and owner of Wayne Adventures. “These trips are about more than kayaking—they’re about creating space for healing, understanding, and renewal.”…

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