Sunset Dolphin Pontoon Ride

Ready to end your weekend on the water? Join OA for a laid-back coastal adventure in Gulf State Park and Orange Beach, Alabama, on Sunday, Nov. 1! We'll start the afternoon at Gulf State Park, where you can hop on the park's free bike share program and explore at your own pace. Check out the Nature Center, visit the Alligator Island Pier, or cruise the miles of trails and bike paths along the lakes and beaches! Then we'll head over to The Wharf for the main event: a 2-hour sunset dolphin and nature cruise through the waters of Orange Beach! Never been on a wildlife cruise before? This is the perfect opportunity to give it a try! Guides will be on board to point out dolphins and other local wildlife, so all you have to do is sit back, keep your eyes on the water, and enjoy the golden hour views. But whether you're a first-timer or you've spotted dolphins hundreds of times, this trip is sure to be a blast!

Every trip is led by at least two trained OA staff or volunteers, with transportation included. If the activity requires additional professionals, they’ll be there too! All other details—like what’s provided and what to bring—will be in the trip itinerary. It’s your responsibility to read it thoroughly so you know what to expect.

Check out the trip's full Trip Itinerary here!

Who can join? All UWF students, faculty, and staff are welcome to participate! Each UWF member also gets one “plus one,” meaning a non-UWF friend or family member can join too. To get your guest set up, they’ll need an OA Plus One Membership. To get your guest access to this free, year-long OA Plus One Membership, just email OA—even if they already have a RecWell account. This membership is only available through OA and isn’t offered anywhere else. Once it’s added, your guest will be able to register and join you