Can you see dolphins and manatees while paddle boarding in Cocoa Beach? Explore the Banana River Lagoon and Thousand Islands, learn when wildlife is most active, how to spot manatees from a SUP, and how to observe dolphins and manatees responsibly.

Learn the difference between paddle boarding on the ocean and the Banana River Lagoon in Cocoa Beach. Jennifer from Epic Boardsports explains why beginners should start on calm flat water, how those skills transfer to ocean paddling, when to try your first wave, and whether you need a different board for each environment.