Mike loves gardening. He plants his own food whenever possible and would stay outside 24 hours a day if he didn’t have to come in to sleep and eat.
Mike loves gardening. He plants his own food whenever possible and would stay outside 24 hours a day if he didn’t have to come in to sleep and eat.
Elisabeth enjoys loving on people and cook exotic foods. (It helps that the staff loves to eat.) She is wonderful at decorating and can make the coldest room feel warm and inviting. She has had the opportunity to put this talent to use with her AirBnB rentals and with the addition of a camp in West Virginia.
Daisy is seldom seen without children tagging behind her. (Most are not hers) She is a little bit of a geek and enjoys Star Wars, Star Trek and Marvel. She come in to help as needed for special projects or to share her vast wisdom with us.
Austin is a Titusville native and naturally lives outdoors. When he is not working for A Day Away he is usually found rooting around his garden, where he once collected 35 pounds of sweet potatoes or at the park with his 3-year-old daughter. During the Full Moon Austin likes to howl at the moon with his two dogs, Nike & Nava
Has been guiding tours & being the “Detail Queen” in the office since early 2012. Her back ground & passion is in Sports & Fitness as a Personal Trainer. In addition, to what she does for us, she also works for Florida Tech’s Challenge Course as a Challenge Course Facilitator; teaching leadership skills and teamwork from 12 year olds to CEOs to SWAT teams to Navy Seals. She & our long time tour guide, Travis, tied the knot back on March 26th, 2016 on the Kayak House! Their “children” include 4 cats: Termite, Cricket, Beetle and Spider, & a laid back Boxer-Shephard mix, Rufus.
Goes by William, Will, Bill or Andy. Sometimes even “Hey You!” He is a veteran who has been on ALL seven continents. He is former law enforcement officer who recently moved to Florida from Wyoming with his wife & five adopted special needs kids. He is well prepared as a guide, having been an ambu-heli & critical care EMT on an urban, swift water and mountain search & rescue team. He is an avid outdoor sportsman, who loves to spend time with and educate people about nature.
AKA-Jimmy Buffett life-a-like. He has been a Freelance Photographer for 21 years (20 yrs. in D.C.). You can find many of his pictures on our site. Bob has turned yet another of his hobbies into a job…kayaking! A true outdoorsman full of knowledge and fun to boot.
This one time rocket engineer, stay-at-home dad and farmer currently volunteers with the Brevard County Park Service as a Master Naturalist and is now a tour guide extraordinaire! He has also been brave enough to take on the task of keeping us up to snuff with gear and gadget.
Started with us in 2013. He was born in Trinidad & Togago and grew up in Camp Lejune, North Caolina. John bring years of experience working with children and groups. When he is not teaching middle schoolers or out kayaking, he loves to spend his time out at the beach, hanging out with friends & family, reading scripture & working out! His amiable demeanor was deceiving you as he trains & practices self-defense mixed martial arts.
AKA – Red Beard. He works for ADA to avoid getting a real job. He is currently studying radiation therapy. However, he has held many jobs including Personal Driver, Police Officer, Truck Driver and Certified Welder. Can you guess his age?
Kailey is a wife of 6 years, Mom of a spunky 3-year-old, and an avid Target frequenter. Using her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling she is a counselor to young children. Kailey enjoys bringing an earthy balance to the hectic and sometimes trying demands of her day job. Guiding kayak tours helps Kailey connect with Creator and Creation in a fun way and hopes it does the same for those she has the privilege of leading.
A new asset to us for Summer Season of 2016, Stephanie was born & raised in Brevard County, & has lived in the area most of her life. She graduated with her MBA, specializing in Marketing, from Lynn University that she went to on a collegiate softball scholarship. Her best friend & companion, other than her Fiancé, Nicholas, is her 12-year-old, Australian Shepherd-Border Collie Mix, Maple. For fun, Stephanie likes to spend her free time doing anything outdoors including kayaking, hiking, & fishing.
Has been guiding with us for 6 years now. He is the definition of an avid naturalist and loves discovering new things about the natural world. His favorite part about his job is introducing people to the wonder of nature and all of its beauty. You can find Tim on his YouTube channel called Primitive Tim.
Travis is one of our all-stars! He has been a guide with us for almost 9 years now! He came to us back in 2008 when his school was doing a volunteer clean up on the Refuge & he worked circles around everyone else so we offered him a job right then & there. He is now a Firefighter/EMT with the Brevard County Fire Rescue & works tours with us on the side. He enjoys shooting and going surfing on his days off. Travis & his wife, Ashley, met through A Day Away, and dated for several years before tying the knot on March 26th, 2016 at the Kayak House!
Drew grew up in Florida, where he spent much of his childhood camping, exploring the outdoors, and developing a lifelong appreciation for nature. His passion for adventure and conservation led him to earn the rank of Eagle Scout at the age of 18. Drew enjoys hiking, kayaking, and continuously learning about the natural world, and he has recently developed a strong interest in birding — with the Florida Scrub Jay ranking as his favorite species. He is currently pursuing two Bachelor of Science degrees at the University of Central Florida, studying both Ecology and Environmental Science as he works toward a career focused on protecting Florida’s unique ecosystems.
As a Florida native, Sammie has spent her life exploring the water — from paddle boarding and boating to enjoying Florida’s beautiful beaches. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and is currently pursuing a second degree in Nursing. With a passion for wildlife, conservation, and
Florida’s natural beauty, Sammie loves helping guests experience the unique waterways and unforgettable wildlife encounters that make Florida so special.
Brandi grew up in Titusville, Florida, unaware that one of nature’s most incredible phenomena existed right in her own backyard. That changed in 2018 when she joined A Day Away Kayak Tours and discovered a passion for bioluminescence that eventually led her to earn a degree in Environmental Studies and conduct research focused on the Indian River Lagoon with UCF’s Coastal and Estuarine Ecology Lab. She now works as a Park Ranger at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, where she continues her commitment to environmental education and conservation.
After more than eight years of guiding tours, Brandi still finds bioluminescence just as mesmerizing as the first time she experienced it, often saying, “It’s something you never really get used to.” One of her favorite facts to share with guests is that thousands of species around the world produce bioluminescence — far beyond just the dinoflagellates and comb jellies found in the Indian River Lagoon.
Jackson was born and raised on Florida’s Space Coast, where a lifelong connection to the water sparked his passion for kayaking, boating, fishing, and exploring the local waterways. Growing up surrounded by the Indian River Lagoon and the diverse ecosystems of Central Florida gave him a deep appreciation for the area’s wildlife and natural beauty.
One of Jackson’s favorite parts of guiding tours is that no two experiences are ever the same — from glowing bioluminescence and close wildlife encounters to unforgettable sunsets and unique guest interactions, every trip on the water brings something new. When he is not leading kayak tours, Jackson is pursuing a degree in Finance at the University of Central Florida while continuing to share his enthusiasm for the Space Coast with visitors from around the world.
Ashton was born and raised in Florida and has spent much of his life exploring the state’s waterways through fishing and kayaking. As a passionate outdoor enthusiast and high school student, he has developed a deep appreciation for Florida’s unique habitats, wildlife, and natural ecosystems. Ashton is committed to helping protect these environments and raising awareness about the importance of conservation. Through leading kayak tours, he enjoys sharing his love for nature with guests while creating meaningful experiences on the water.
Unforgettable day and night kayak tours in Titusville, Cocoa Beach, and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.