Cortes Island: Manson's Lagoon Light, September 9,10, 2026 - Trips by Cortes Island Kayak

First there was Springsteen's Dancing in the Dark, but for two evenings we Kayaked in the Dark with Cortes Island Kayak. A total of 18 people toured Manson's Landing Lagoon in the dark to observe Bioluminescence.  This feature is the production of light created by invertebrates such as plankton when water is stirred or disturbed.  It was impressive display with wispy particles of matter glowing light green in the dark waters.  Bioluminescence occurs as a result from a chemical reaction between a substrate and an enzyme.  Thanks to Cortes Island Kayaking who guided and packed away the gear at the conclusion; it was a very enjoyable experience.