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"Discover the James" is a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Over 24 years in business, Capt. Mike has worked with a number of organizations and ran a variety of educational and inspirational eco-tours. Today, he features a Bald Eagle Tour that brings in bird watchers and photographers from around the globe. The resident bald eagles Capt. Mike follows were recently featured in the BBC Wildlife Films production, The Americas, a 10-part nature series featuring animals in South, Central and North America.

Whether you already enjoy wildlife watching and history, or maybe you are looking for a passion that includes the outdoors, you will enjoy time on the water with Capt. Mike and the wildlife surrounding the area he works in called Jefferson's Reach. Check out his blog post on Jefferson's Reach, click here.

My goal is to offer inspirational outings, and to continue developing a better understanding of the local envrionment. My pledge is to educate and enlighten while maintaining a safe & enjoyable atmosphere on the wonderful resource, that today, we call the James River (400 years ago it was called the Powhatan Flu). 

The following links are resources for further information:  

• Directions
• Hotels
• Eagle Viewing Opportunities
• Cancellation Policy
• In the News
• Guide Bios
• James River Fishing School - Thank You!

To the right, photo:  The James River, looking east. This photo was taken near the Richmond Yacht Basin, which is the upriver end of a portion of the river called Jefferson's Reach. The image shows the river as it has looked for as long as the river has been viewed by human inhabitants.