Volunteers learn the skills needed to lead a maintenance crew on the Florida Trail.
Please e-mail volunteer@floridatrail.org for more information.
Social and refreshments start at 7 with program and chapter business following at 7:30. The program is to be determined. A group of us meet for dinner at the Olive Garden 5:15-30 before the meeting. Contact Scott Lunsford if interested in joining - 561-441-1251
I will lead a hike from the Shangri-La Trailhead/Campground out and back for approximately 4-5 mi, (5mi max) Bring enough water, 2 qts for 5mi hike. There are bathroom facilities at the Shangri- La TH/Campground. The 1st ¼ mile will be an open area in grass, than we will hike the new ZigZag Blue Trail and connect to the FTA Orange trail and travel west to CR 484 and return.
Car Pool Location: Wa
If you keep up with Paul you will walk just a little over 3 miles in just under an hour. Or go at your own pace but just be back to the parking lot and ready to head to breakfast at 8:30!
Walk 4 mi. on one of the Trails at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park. Bring flashlight/headlamp, snack (if needed), and water. Dress in layers. We will attempt to maintain a pace of 3.0-3.5 mph. Meet near the park's restrooms at 4:15 pm and be ready to hike at 4:30 pm sharp. After the hike, we can head over to Cinco de Mayo (3550 Mahan Dr) for tacos. Hey, you earned it!
Bring plenty of water. The trail will be determined by the hike leader that morning, 7 to 12 miles. Lunch at Dune Dogs afterwards.
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Meet near the restrooms at 5:30 pm and be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out
Volunteer Recognition Awards
followed by the program:
“The C2B Trail.” Joe Crozier, of the Apalachee Regional Planning Council, will talk about the Chattahoochee to Bristol Trail. The C2B Trail, if developed, would be a major step in uniting regional cultural, historical, and recreational assets through ecotourism. The proposed C2B Trail would follow, where feasible, the eastern bank of the Apalachicola River, traversing both private and
Walk 4 mi. on one of the Trails at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park. Bring flashlight/headlamp, snack (if needed), and water. Dress in layers. We will attempt to maintain a pace of 3.0-3.5 mph. Meet near the park's restrooms at 4:15 pm and be ready to hike at 4:30 pm sharp. After the hike, we can head over to Cinco de Mayo (3550 Mahan Dr) for tacos. Hey, you earned it!
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out.
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out.
Hosted by TT's the 2017 theme is Kissimmee River Restoration and the FNST. We will begin Friday with a social hour before a pot luck supper, followed by stargazing near the Lox. River. On Sat we have an excellent list of speakers. We have opportunity to hike 5.4 miles through a sampling of nearly every kind of topographical features common to South Florida and storytelling by 2 women who grew up in South Florida with tales to tell around a campfire - Yes, we'll have S'mores too!
Hosted by TT's the 2017 theme is Kissimmee River Restoration and the FNST. We will begin Friday with a social hour before a pot luck supper, followed by stargazing near the Lox. River. On Sat we have an excellent list of speakers. We have opportunity to hike 5.4 miles through a sampling of nearly every kind of topographical features common to South Florida and storytelling by 2 women who grew up in South Florida with tales to tell around a campfire - Yes, we'll have S'mores too!
Meet before 8.45 AM in the parking lot on the west side of Highway 19 that is 2 1/2 miles north of the turn off to Alexander Springs (Highway 445). Please be on time as we will be shuttling to another area to work. If you have further questions call or email bobbiszoo@yahoo.com 787-8654. Bring hat, gloves, sunscreen, bug repellent, lunch, and lots of water (must carry two quarts). 29.073833 -81.629374
Hosted by TT's the 2017 theme is Kissimmee River Restoration and the FNST. We will begin Friday with a social hour before a pot luck supper, followed by stargazing near the Lox. River. On Sat we have an excellent list of speakers. We have opportunity to hike 5.4 miles through a sampling of nearly every kind of topographical features common to South Florida and storytelling by 2 women who grew up in South Florida with tales to tell around a campfire - Yes, we'll have S'mores too!
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Meet near the restrooms at 5:30 pm and be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out
Walk 4 mi. on one of the Trails at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park. Bring flashlight/headlamp, snack (if needed), and water. Dress in layers. We will attempt to maintain a pace of 3.0-3.5 mph. Meet near the park's restrooms at 4:15 pm and be ready to hike at 4:30 pm sharp. After the hike, we can head over to Cinco de Mayo (3550 Mahan Dr) for tacos. Hey, you earned it!
I will lead a hike from the 49th Ave Trailhead east to Landbridge and return for approximately 5+ mi. Bring enough water for 5mi hike. Hike is mostly in the shade, some open areas. There should be 2 porta potties at the Trailhead.
Date: Wednesday Oct 18, 2017
Car Pool Location: Walmart (on CR466 in Oxford) parking lot, at south end across from Walmart
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out.
Learn trail maintenance techniques & leadership skills. Especially geared for new trail maintainers. Camping and meals provided at Camel Lake Campground. LIMIT 20 PEOPLE (over 18 only). Information and sign-up at http://bit.ly/2iJLdw3
Meet before 8:45 AM in the parking lot on the west side of Highway 19 that is 2 1/2 miles north of the turn off to Alexander Springs (Highway 445). Please be on time as we will be shuttling to another area to work. If you have further questions call or email bobbiszoo@yahoo.com 787-8654. Bring hat, gloves, sunscreen, bug repellent, lunch, and lots of water (must carry two quarts). 29.073833 -81.629374
Friday: October 20, 2017 Work Hike Ocala National Forest. FR22-FR30 Meet
before 9:00 AM in the parking lot on the west side of Highway 19 that is
2 1/2 miles north of the turn off to Alexander Springs (Highway 445).
Please be on time as we will be shuttling to another area to work. If
Learn trail maintenance techniques & leadership skills. Especially geared for new trail maintainers. Camping and meals provided at Camel Lake Campground. LIMIT 20 PEOPLE (over 18 only). Information and sign-up at http://bit.ly/2iJLdw3
Take a leisurely 3-4 mile stroll in this terrific park; always a new route, always a new adventure! And of course, join in for breakfast afterward at Pete's Place.
Taking crews into Big Cypress to assess damage from hurricane Irma in order to plan maintenance needed at next months work weekend. No work, just taking pictures and documenting coordinates of damage.
Blaze trees along trail, trim & clear trail. LIMIT 10 PEOPLE. Contact leader to sign up and learn the meeting place.
Learn trail maintenance techniques & leadership skills. Especially geared for new trail maintainers. Camping and meals provided at Camel Lake Campground. LIMIT 20 PEOPLE (over 18 only). Information and sign-up at http://bit.ly/2iJLdw3
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Meet near the restrooms at 5:30 pm and be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out
A leisurely 4.5-mile ramble along a shaded trail that runs through the city’s east side from Blairstone Rd. to Tom Brown Park, crossing several major roads & dipping under Capital Circle via the railroad tracks. Meet at 9:00 a.m. at Panera Bread (101 N Blair Stone Rd.) for breakfast/coffee/socializing; or meet at 10:15 a.m. at the trail parking area between Mahan and Park Ave. No facilities along trail--pack whatever you’ll need. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. NO D
Walk 4 mi. on one of the Trails at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park. Bring flashlight/headlamp, snack (if needed), and water. Dress in layers. We will attempt to maintain a pace of 3.0-3.5 mph. Meet near the park's restrooms at 4:15 pm and be ready to hike at 4:30 pm sharp. After the hike, we can head over to Cinco de Mayo (3550 Mahan Dr) for tacos. Hey, you earned it!
Camping, paddling and several short hikes.
I will lead a hike at scenic Flat Island, Leesburg, Wed, Oct 25, 2017. This hike will be series of loops on a well shaded trail. We will hike 4 to 4 1/2miles. The trail was recently cleared, but may still contained down branches from hurricane IRMA. There are restrooms at the trailhead. Hike should start about
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out.
Camping, paddling and several short hikes.
Camping, paddling and several short hikes.
Camping, paddling and several short hikes.
Join Joe on this spirited 9-mile hike. The official description of the Apoxee trail is wet and/or muddy but the Owahee is high and dry. Plenty of water is a must and Joe takes a break for a quick snack.
Camping, paddling and several short hikes.
Join Alan for a walk on the Eagle and Hog Hammock Trails in beautiful Grassy Waters Preserve. And of course, breakfast afterwards!
"Ghost Town" tour to Port Leon on the St. Marks River. Bike 4 miles to the short trail out to the site. Optional additional bike mileage on return trip. LIMIT 10 PEOPLE. Sign up and learn meeting location by contacting trip leaders.
Halloween Murder Mystery Walk. Along with a 4-footed detector, “Merci,” and her partner, noted cadaver-dog-handler Suzi Goodhope, follow clues through the forest to find the missing body!! Meet at Gate A, Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park, 1275 Miller Landing Rd., at 10:00 am sharp. Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing appropriate for hiking in the woods. Bring water—and lunch too, if you want to stay afterwards to talk more with Suzi (and Merci). DOGS NOT PERMITTED
Urban Walk: FSU Campus Ramble. A leisurely 4-mile walk through the campus to appreciate its amazing landscape during cooler weather and fall colors. The FSU grounds works hard to promote stewardship of the environment while promoting the aesthetic character of the campus. Plan to grab a bite to eat afterwards in College Town! NO DOGS PLEASE.
LIMIT 15 PEOPLE.
To sign up and learn meeting location, contact trip leader.
Forest Bathing (Shinnin-yoku in Japanese) has proven beneficial to one's mental and physical health. Join us in a walk through the woods at your own pace and length (4 mi. at a steady pace is common). We rest for a few minutes at a 2-mi. point. Bring lots of water, wear comfortable shoes, and apply bug repellent as needed. Meet near the restrooms at 5:30 pm and be ready to hike at 5:45 pm sharp. Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out
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