Parks and Recreation

Ways to Visit Wahoo Bay

Four Ways to Visit Wahoo Bay

#1 City Led Programming
#2 General Snorkel Trips: Groups, Schools, Organizations
#3 Educational Field Trips: Schools, Organizations
#4 Public Open Swim

#1 City Led Programming

On eah day, 25 participants will have the chance to snorkel through this underwater marine park to learn about the ocean and the SEAHIVES which attract, preserve, and enhance existing natural resources. Space is limited and registration is required.

Upcoming Dates- Online Registration Required

  • March 16 | 9:30 AM
    • THIS PROGRAM IS FULL
  • April 19 | 11 AM
    • Online registration opens March 19

Event Details

  • All participants must be 8+ and strong swimmers.
  • PARKING- All participants must be at the event site 15 minutes prior to start time.
    • Ride share is encouraged as parking is limited.
  • There will be no food or water provided. You are welcome to bring snacks to enjoy after the program, there will be no food breaks.

Participant Requirements

  • Appropriate Swim Wear
  • Reef Friendly Sun Screen
  • Closed Toes Shoes or Fins (no mono Fins)
  • Signed Wahoo Bay Participant Waiver (available at event)
  • Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who has registered for a ticket.
  • Snorkel & Mask/Goggles (there will only be a few available on site)
  • Water in a reusable water bottle. Please no plastic and no straws.
  • Towel

Online Registration

  • Step 1: Visit this page to create webtrac account. You may skip this step if you already have an account.
  • Step 2: Visit this page to register for Group A or Group B.
    • There is no difference between the groups. One group will be in the water while the other completes an educational activity, and then the groups will swap so that everyone is active during the entire program.
  • Step 3: Once you have successfully registered, refer back to the information above to make sure you are ready for your underwater adventure!

Please email WahooBay@copbfl.com with any questions.

#2 General Snorkel Trips: Groups, Schools & Organizations

General Snorkel Trips are available with our pre-approved vendor: South Florida Diving Headquarters (SFDH).

101 N. Riverside Dr. Suite #111 Pompano Beach, FL 33062 | 954-783-2299

    Participants will meet at the S. FL. Diving Headquarters (SFDH) dock in Pompano Beach to board a large catamaran to be transported to Wahoo Bay. Snorkeling is optional and gear is provided for free.

    #3 Educational Field Trips: Schools & Organizations

    Wahoo Bay Field Experiences are already Broward County School Board Water-related field trip approved, teachers only need to receive approval from their principal before requesting a field experience date. These field experiences are meant to provide students and teachers with hands-on, inquiry and research-based learning experiences. Our goal is to help students learn locally so they can think globally. Wahoo Bay provides a local, living laboratory that allows students to learn about Florida coastlines and be a part of the solutions necessary to protect them.

    The skills students learn throughout the experience are practical and provide them with the abilities to analyze and interpret real data, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Overall, this approach enriches the learning experience and connects students with their community and the practical application of science. Integrating research allows students to realize they have the ability at any age to solve a problem - that they are all researchers and scientists and how to work with others and get and ask for help when needed.

    #4 Public Open Swim

    We invite you to enjoy the natural beauty of Wahoo Bay Conservation Site!

    Guidelines:

    • Appropriate Swim Wear
    • Reef Friendly Sun Screen
    • Closed Toes Shoes or Fins (no mono Fins)
    • Signed Wahoo Bay Participant Waiver (available at event)
    • Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
    • Snorkel & Mask/Goggles
    • Water in a reusable water bottle. Please no plastic and no straws.
    • Towel
    • NO Scuba Diving permitted.

    Public Swim Times will be permitted on the dates and times listed below. Please adhere to all park guidelines. There is no lifegaurd on duty. Swim at your own risk. No Scuba Diving.

    Swim times available during high tide:

    MARCH

    • Sun. March 2: 9am – 11am
    • Mon. March 3: 9:30am – 11:30am
    • Tues. March 4: 10:30am – 12:30pm
    • Wed. March 5: 11am – 1:00pm
    • Thur. March 6: 12pm – 2:00pm
    • Fri. March 7: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
    • Sat. March 15: Programmed Event
    • Sun. March 16: CLOSED FOR PROGRAMMED EVENT
    • Mon. March 17: 10:00am – 12:00pm
    • Tues. March 18: 10:30am – 12:30pm
    • Wed. March 19: 11:00am – 1:00pm
    • Thur. March 20: 11:30am – 1:30pm
    • Fri. March 21: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
    • Mon. March 31: 9:30am – 11:30am

    APRIL

    • Tues. April 1: 10am – 12pm
    • Wed. April 2: 11am – 1pm
    • Thur. April 3: 12pm – 2pm
    • Fri. April 4: 1pm – 3pm
    • Mon. April 14: 9am– 11am
    • Tues. April 15: 9:30am – 11:30am
    • Wed. April 16: 10am – 12pm
    • Thur. April 17: 10:30am – 12:30pm
    • Fri. April 18: 11am – 1pm
    • Sun. April 20: 1pm – 3pm
    • Tues. April 29: 9am – 11am
    • Wed. April 30: 10am – 12pm