Characters

Kate Ahoy & Friends

A very wise monkey who lives on Monkey Island in Homosassa Springs Florida. Brijananda provides Yay-Me! the Manatee and The Mermaider the help WIllow the Once-Was-Warrior find his family.

A strong-willed alligator always ready with a correction. Arlo tends to leap into debates whether he's right or not. But beneath that bold exterior is a curious heart learning the power of listening.

A kind-hearted pelican who knows that waiting is often wiser than rushing. Major helps his friends avoid hasty decisions and find peace in life’s pauses. He teaches the importance of timing, trust, and taking a deep breath.

Brijananda the
Majestic Monkey

Arlo the
Arguing Alligator

Major Patience
the Pelican

A clever and well adjusted cooter turtle who lives with a visible difference. He sees more clearly than most. Carlito teaches that our challenges can become our superpowers—reminding us that being different is something to celebrate.

Carlito the
one-eyed
Cooter Turtle

A Flock of Fellas

Burt the
Rebuild It Beaver

Dynamo the
Dynamic Dragonfly

A gentle nature minded beaver who is concerned about the distruction of Florida wildlife and nature coast springs. He teaches children of the importance of nature and preserving it. He works to restore nature and if necessary rebuilds it.

A cheerful, curious, and always-on-the-go dragonfly who zooms through Florida’s skies. Dynamo brings laughter and life wherever he goes, always ready to help a friend learn something amazing about the world.

Lu the
Harmonious Hippo

Elijah the
Regal Eagle

A displaced hippopotamus who ends up in the Ellie Schiller Zoo in Florida after his northern hosts can no longer care for him. He teaches that we can all live together in harmony regardless of where we land.

A watchful eagle who is the guardian of the skies above Florida’s springs. Elijah teaches children the value of standing tall, staying true, and looking at life from a higher view and to soar high.

Bear Nate the
Happy Hugger

Willow the
Once-Was-Warrior

A lovable Florida black bear with a big heart and an even bigger message: you are perfect just as you are! Bear Nate teaches children the power of self-love, self-confidence, and embracing their unique selves.

A lost and lonely Timicua Indian boy with rings on his body like rings on a tree. Willow is searching for his family and enlists the help of The Mermaider and Yay-Me! the Manatee as they search the area by Homosassa Springs.

A Gaggle of Gals

Yay-Me! the
Manatee

The Mermaider

A soft-hearted manatee (sea cow) who reminds everyone that being yourself is something to celebrate. Yay-Me! the Manatee teaches children that beauty isn’t about looks, it’s about loving who you already are.

A beautiful Mermaid with a joyful heart uses her super powers to gently remined you of your natural beauty and worth. The Mermaider is the best friend every child wishes they had—curious, kind, and always ready to cheer you on.

A sweet little manatee who is the baby sister of Yay-Me! the Manatee and loves swimming at the CRACK on the Chazahowitka River. Susie tags along on the adventures in the Florida Springs learning what she can from others.

Susie the
Seacow

Who Who the
Barred Owl

A wide-eyed barred owl who is into other people’s business! Who Who enters conversations that don’t concern her. She’s learning that sometimes curiosity crosses the line and real wisdom comes from listening, not snooping.