About this Event
Audubon Everglades Pelagic Adventure
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Boarding: 7:45 AM | Departure: 8:00 AM sharp | Return: approximately 12:00 PM
Location: Bar Jack Fishing Charter, 314 East Ocean Ave, Lantana, FL 33462
Join Audubon Everglades for our Fall Pelagic Tour, a festive offshore adventure exploring the Atlantic Ocean in search of seabirds and marine life. Experience the thrill of spotting fall visitors gliding over open water while enjoying the mild September breeze and sweeping ocean views.
Our experienced guides, Marcus Kelly and Kyle Matera, will lead the tour, sharing expert insights and enthusiasm for pelagic birding throughout the morning.
About the Tour
We’ll travel aboard the Lady K, a 70-foot walk-around deep-sea vessel equipped with safety gear, two restrooms, and a licensed USCG captain. The boat’s wide beam provides a smooth and stable ride, even in moderate seas.
Boarding begins at 7:45 a.m., and the boat departs promptly at 8:00 a.m. Please be on time, as the vessel cannot wait for late arrivals. The trip will return around noon.
Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
Come celebrate the season at sea with Audubon Everglades and enjoy an unforgettable day of bird watching on the Atlantic.
Registration Details
Space is limited to 40 participants. Current members of Audubon Everglades or the National Audubon Society are eligible for a discounted rate - please select the member price when registering. Membership status will be verified.
Refunds will only be issued if the charter company cancels due to weather or unsafe sea conditions. Children under seven are not permitted. Additionally, trip is subject to cancellation if registration does not reach at least 50% capacity.
What to Bring
- Closed-toed, non-slip shoes suitable for a wet deck
- Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
- Binoculars and camera
- Seasickness prevention, if needed
Additional Details
Restrooms are available on the boat. Prior to boarding, public restrooms are located across the street from the marina.
Please check in with Clara Soloa, our Audubon Everglades representative for this trip.
If you have any questions or issues, please email .
If you registered through a friend and would like to receive the shared eBird list, ensure your email is on file.
Audubon Everglades members enjoy exclusive discounted pricing as part of their membership benefits. Not yet a member? Join today and enjoy early access and discounted pricing on special events like this one!
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made at least two weeks prior to the trip date (by September 5, 2026) will receive a full refund, minus any processing fees.
Cancellations made within two weeks of the trip are non-refundable, except in cases of verified emergencies (such as illness, family emergencies, or unavoidable travel disruptions). Requests for emergency refunds must be submitted in writing to for review.
If the charter company cancels due to unsafe weather or sea conditions, all participants will receive a full refund regardless of timing.
Participants who are unable to attend are encouraged to notify Audubon Everglades as soon as possible so that another member may take their place.
Meet our Pelagic tour leaders and AE representative
Marcus Kelly, Born and raised in South Florida. Served in the US Army from 2004-2008. Began bird watching in 2017 with a focus on pelagic species. Notable bird trips include Iceland and an annual trip to visit family in Colombia every year. Notable observations within Palm Beach Count as of April 2025 include eleven Black-capped Petrel, county first King Eider November 2023, two Red-billed Tropicbird, one White-tailed Tropicbird, eleven Masked Booby.
Kyle Matera has served as a Field Guide for Audubon Everglades for several years. He began birding in 2015 and has since explored more than 30 U.S. states and all 67 of Florida’s counties in pursuit of birds. A self-described “obsessive” birder, Kyle focuses primarily on Palm Beach County. In 2022, he achieved an impressive milestone there—completing a county Big Year with 319 recorded species.
Event venue & nearby stays
Bar Jack Fishing and Lady K Fishing Charter, 314 East Ocean Ave, Lantana, United States
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