Social and refreshments at 7:00; Business and program follow at 7:30. The program to be determined.
This will be an out and back hike on the well maintained yellow trail for 1.5 hr out and back for approximately 5.5 to 6 miles. (for a shorter hike others can do out back for 4 miles). We will hike south on the Yellow trail from Hog Island towards Iron Bridge & return. This hike is nearly all in the shade. There are no restrooms at the Hog Island Trailhead. Bathrooms are at the campground. Bring water, snacks, hat, bug spray, sunscreen. Carpool from parking lot behind
Come join the Western Gate Chapter for Day 1 of its second 3-day Panhandle Trace hiking/camping events to explore the northern part of the Florida National Scenic Trail.
Day One: Thie 8.2 hike starts at the FL/AL state line.It features a large pitcher plant bog, and numerous bog bridges over creeks and streams The hillly landscape is dotted with lovely springtime shrubs and flowers.- great for photographers! For more details see https://www.meetup.co
Day hike bridge to bridge on Interceptor canal and into Big Cypress National Preserve. Contact leaders for details.
A spirited one-hour walk will get your appetite up for breakfast at Toojay's afterward! If you keep up with Paul you will walk just a little over 3 miles in just under an hour... but if you want you can stroll at your own pace and cut it short, just be back at the parking lot in an hour to head for breakfast!
Come join the Western Gate Chapter for Day 2 of its 3-day Panhandle Trace hiking/camping event to explore the northern part of the Florida Trail. This 11 Mile Lake to Lake hike starts at Hurricane Lake and ends at Karick Lake, crossing numerous creeks, winding through piney woodlands and hills and valleys.Dutch treat dinner at Gator's restaurant in Baker follows for those who want to go. See details at https://www.meetup.com/ftawesterngate/events/
For all FTA members in good standing.
Annual Meeting, Awards Ceremony, Elections to be held in the morning.
Chapter Council and Board meetings to follow in the afternoon.
APR 6 SAT. (L) 9:30 AM – Saint Marks Lighthouse Paddle, Cast or Splash – This is a leisurely paddle from the Saint Marks Lighthouse boat ramp to the area immediately around the lighthouse. Those wishing to fish and having the necessary saltwater fishing license and equipment can join Ron to fish the oyster bars and flats. Pace and distance covered during our ~1.5 to 2-hours on the water will be determined by the abilities and interests of the group. FEES: $5
APR 6 SAT. (L) 9:30 AM – Saint Marks Lighthouse Paddle, Cast or Splash – This is a leisurely paddle from the Saint Marks Lighthouse boat ramp to the area immediately around the lighthouse. Those wishing to fish and having the necessary saltwater fishing license and equipment can join Ron to fish the oyster bars and flats. Low tide is slated for 10:33 AM that day. Those wishing to enjoy a leisurely paddle to take in the wildlife and scenery will join Judi to
APR. 7 SUN. (S) 8:00 AM - FLORIDA NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL MAINTENANCE: APALACHICOLA NATIONAL FOREST WEST - Lop, mow, blaze and clear the Florida National Scenic Trail in the western section of the Apalachicola National Forest. Tools and safety equipment provided. LIMIT 10 PEOPLE. YOU MUST SIGN UP; if you don’t contact one of the trip leaders in advance, you cannot join the work party. OPEN TO PUBLIC. For more information, carpooling, and directions
This is a hike from 7 to 12 miles, bring plenty of water. Join in for lunch or just a root beer float at Dune Dog's afterwards in Jupiter.
APR. 7 SUN. (S) 8:00 AM - FLORIDA NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL MAINTENANCE: APALACHICOLA NATIONAL FOREST WEST - Lop, mow, blaze and clear the Florida National Scenic Trail in the western section of the Apalachicola National Forest. Tools and safety equipment provided. LIMIT 10 PEOPLE. YOU MUST SIGN UP; if you don’t contact one of the trip leaders in advance, you cannot join the work party. OPEN TO PUBLIC. For more information, carpooling, and directions
Come join the Western Gate Chapter for the final day of its Panhandle Trace hiking/camping event to explore the northern part of the Florida Trail. This final 8 mile hike will be on the northern section of the Jackson Trail. Along with wild azalea and dogwood, which are prevalent along this section, there is also a Boy Scout shelter and a local family cemetery of historic interest. For details see https://www.meetup.com/ftawesterngate/events/
April 7 Sun. (M) 9:30 AM - “Urban Walk: Red Hills Ramble: BRADLEY’S COUNTRY STORE.” Enjoy up to a 12-mile ramble along Old Centerville Road to the state line. PLEASE SIGN UP ON MEETUP FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DIRECTIONS AND UPDATES. Contact Dawn Griffin (850) 509-6103, griffindd@aol.com
APR. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Every MON. (M/S) 5:00 pm - A Walk in the Woods: Lafayette Heritage Trail Park (Piney Z) This is a moderate to strenuous walk through the woods at your length (3.5 miles+ at 3-4 miles/hour is common). Dogs on a leash are welcome. Walk starts at 5:15 PM sharp. Check our Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
Apr. 9 tue. (M) 9:00 AM - Day Hike: wood sink, L. Kirk Edwards trailhead - Wood Sink is a sinkhole/spring that is in the L. Kirk Edwards Wildlife and Environment Area near Capitola, FL. The hike will be ~3.6 miles round trip with an option to add additional mileage to explore other parts of the WEA. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. No Pets please. PLEASE SIGN UP ON MEETUP FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DIRECTIO
APR. 9 TUE. 6:30-8:30 PM – CHAPTER MEETING/PROGRAM: “What's Going on at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge!”
Speaker: Erin Dahl
Erin Dahl was born and raised around South Miami. After graduating from the University of Miami, she went on a six-month adventure on the Appalachian Trail, where she fell in love with its most rugged and remote section: Maine. Two years later she jumped on an opportunity to return to the AT in Maine, working as an Assistant Crew Leader for the Maine Appalachian Trail Club’s summer trail crew. There she learned – from a legend i
EVERY WED. (S) STRESS BUSTER BRISK WALKS (“Trails, Grub and Tall Tales.”): JR ALFORD GREENWAY TRAILHEAD - Meet at 2:45 PM and be ready to hike a 3.5+/- mile loop at 3:00 PM sharp. At the end of this first hike you can leave or take a short rest and meet the folks joining us at 4:15 PM to hike another 3.5+/- mile loop trail AND/OR (2) come at 4:15 PM and be ready to hike a 3.5+/- mile loop at 4:30 PM sharp. Afterwards, plan to grab some dinne
Hike length is4.4 miles. Please bring water, insect repellant. There is a fee of $7.00 per carload. Trailhead has bathrooms, picnic tables, water. Trail is wide, hard packed, dry forest road, 50%shaded. Please compensate carpool driver $3.00. Carpool from behind Cody’s Restaurant, Brownwood and Mulberry Recreation Center at Postal Station at 0800. We will convoy from Cody’s north on 301 to CR 42, stopp
APR. 4, 11, 18, 25, Every Thur. (M/S) 5:00 pm - A Walk in the Woods: Miccosukee Greenway: Thorton TRAILHEAD - This is a moderate to strenuous walk through the woods at your length (3.5 miles+ at 3-4 miles/hour). Dogs on a leash are welcome. Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
Chapter meeting. Public Welcome. Monthly speakers. Refreshments provided.
Come join us.
We will meet at the north end of SW 207th Ave at 0730 on Saturday, 13-April-2019. Park on the Corp of Engineers property at end of this road. This 5.02 mile R/T hike should take about 3 hours allowing plenty of time to explore the hardwood hammock & large structure & deck that remain from the days of Brother Love. The old access road through the saw grass has a hard bottom, but there may be ankle deep water, depending on recent rain events. Bring plenty of water, a hat, sunscreen &
This will be the first of 8 day hikes to cover the whole OTLHT. You must be willing to drive if necessary to participate in these. We will meet at the days end point; load in as few cars as possible and drive to the start point; at the end someone will have to drive the transport drivers back to their cars. This first day we will meet at the entrance to JD; park and drive back to Hobe Sound Beach to start the Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail. Call Scott for further.
APR. 13 (S) – Day HIKE: St. Marks nATIONAL wILDLIFE rEFUGE DEEP CREEK TRAIL – This is a 12-mile hike on the Deep Creek Trail in St. Marks NWR. FEE: $ 5 per vehicle daily pass. Annual and National passes accepted. No Pets. PLEASE SIGN UP ON MEETUP FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DIRECTIONS, CARPOOLING, AND UPDATES. Contact: Gary Sisco (850) 545-4776, gsisco42@yahoo.com
Paddle West Lake Park to Anne Kolb Nature Center and back. Rental canoes/kayaks are available. Contact leader for details.
Firefly and Pot Luck Hike Lake Norris Conservation Area Bring a dish to share and we will transport the food and your chairs to the camp by car while we hike the 1.5 miles in. We'll enjoy the sunset, watch the birds soar over the lake, and have dinner around the fire. Then after dark, around 8:45 PM, we'll hike back and see the fireflies along the trail. This is a very easy level hike along a forest road and
This will be the second of 8 day hikes to cover the whole OTLHT. You must be willing to drive if necessary to participate in these. We will meet at the days end point; load in as few cars as possible and drive to the start point; at the end someone will have to drive the transport drivers back to their cars. Day 2 we will meet at Riverbend main parking lot and drive to Jonathan Dickinson where we will start this 10.2 mile hike. Call Scott for questions or check our Meetup site.
Join Paul on a walk through this beautiful preserve.
APR. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Every MON. (M/S) 5:00 pm - A Walk in the Woods: Lafayette Heritage Trail Park (Piney Z) This is a moderate to strenuous walk through the woods at your length (3.5 miles+ at 3-4 miles/hour is common). Dogs on a leash are welcome. Walk starts at 5:15 PM sharp. Check our Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
This will be the third of 8 day hikes to cover the whole OTLHT. You must be willing to drive if necessary to participate in these. We will meet at the days end point; load in as few cars as possible and drive to the start point; at the end someone will have to drive the transport drivers back to their cars. Day 3 we meet at Sweetbay and drive back to Riverbend to continue our hike. This day will be about 10.4 miles. Contact Scott or check our Meetup site for more details.
APR. 16 TUE. (M) 8:45 AM - The Greenway Trek: Miccosukee Greenway, FLEISHMAN TRAILHEAD – This is a full 15-mile walk from Fleishman to Crump and back again, or you can just do a section of the hike. Hike starts at 9:00 AM sharp. Minors under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the hike. Dogs on a leash are welcome PLEASE SIGN UP ON MEETUP FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DIRECTIONS AND UPDATES. Contact: Courtnay Micot
APR. 16 TUE. 6:00 PM - ACTIVITIES PLANNING MEETING - This is a planning meeting for all current and future Activity Leaders. Let’s plan some amazing activities for the months of July-September. Considering becoming an Activity Leaders? Come to the meeting to find out more. Contact Ray Cade (850) 508-7593, raycade@hotmail.com
EVERY WED. (S) STRESS BUSTER BRISK WALKS (“Trails, Grub and Tall Tales.”): JR ALFORD GREENWAY TRAILHEAD - Meet at 2:45 PM and be ready to hike a 3.5+/- mile loop at 3:00 PM sharp. At the end of this first hike you can leave or take a short rest and meet the folks joining us at 4:15 PM to hike another 3.5+/- mile loop trail AND/OR (2) come at 4:15 PM and be ready to hike a 3.5+/- mile loop at 4:30 PM sharp. Afterwards, plan to grab some dinne
Hike is approximately 4 miles long. Bring water, insect repellant. There is a pit toilet at campground. As of 04/12 trail is not mowed or lopped; palm fronds overhang trail and some areas of shin high grass. Carpool from behind Cody’s Restaurant, Brownwood and Mulberry Recreation Center at Postal Station. Departure from Brownwood 0800, Mulberry 0740. Suggest $3.00 for carpool driver. Please send to e-mail address below your name and If you are meeting at Brownwood, Mulberry, or driving direct.&nbs
APR. 4, 11, 18, 25, Every Thur. (M/S) 5:00 pm - A Walk in the Woods: Miccosukee Greenway: Thorton TRAILHEAD - This is a moderate to strenuous walk through the woods at your length (3.5 miles+ at 3-4 miles/hour). Dogs on a leash are welcome. Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
This will be the fourth of 8 day hikes to cover the whole OTLHT. You must be willing to drive if necessary to participate in these. We will meet at the days end point; load in as few cars as possible and drive to the start point; at the end someone will have to drive the transport drivers back to their cars. Day 4 we will do the dreaded .9 mile 710 road walk and enter Hungryland Slough. (the only place on the trail I have spotted a bobcat) We'll go into Corbett and do the white blazed wetland b
Highlanders Chapter General Meeting: NOTE: We are meeting the 3rd Thursday. We meet at the Leesburg Public Library 100 East Main Street in the meeting rooms at the front of the library. Meeting starts at 5:00 PM. Come earlier for social time. Please bring your aluminum cans to recycle in non-dripping plastic bags and a snack to share. Open to the Public.
This will be the fifth of 8 day hikes to cover the whole OTLHT. You must be willing to drive if necessary to participate in these. We will meet at the days end point; load in as few cars as possible and drive to the start point; at the end someone will have to drive the transport drivers back to their cars. This is one not to miss! We will cross the wetlands; visit Bowman's Island campsite; and go through the infamous "Hole in the Wall". Call Scott or visit our Meetup website fo
APR. 19 FRI. (L) 7:30 PM – Moonlight paddle: Alfred maclay gardens state park - Let’s join this Moonlight Paddle at Alfred Maclay Gardens State Park. These paddling opportunities are offered once a month and led by Park Ranger, Scott Grove. Bring your own kayak or canoe or rent from the park ($20 for tandem kayak; if renting reserve ASAP). FEE: $6 per vehicle. Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
Join Bruce for a walk of about 4 miles in this beautiful park and of course breakfast afterward is always a good idea!
APr. 20 SAT. (L) - Hike at leon sinks geological area tallahassee, fl US 319
Enjoy a Leisure 5-mile hike along a trail dotted with sinkholes. We’ll take it slow and lazy with ample time to take photos. $3/vehicle for day use or bring your Federal Pass. America The Beautiful and Every Kid In A Park passes can be used. After the hike, will head to a local restaurant for a late lunch. No Pets. NOT POSTED ON MEETUP. Please contact Gwe
Meet at the ENP Coe Visitor Center parking lot at 7:00 PM. Park entrance fee required. Bring a flashlight, sturdy shoes, snacks, drinks, and bug spray (just in case). This is a leisurely approximately 3.5 mile hike through the Long Pine Key pinelands. Reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world as we go through sunset into the night with the “Pink” or “Paschal” full moon.
Limit:15 participants
Location:
Everglades National Park
Meet at Coral Cove Park and walk to Blowing Rocks Preserve and back.
Day 6 will be only 7.3 miles from Corbett South Grade to the Corbett/Dupuis border on Powerline Road. We will take a break at the Little Gopher primitive campsite. Again this will require driving on some bumpy dirt roads in Corbett and then 11.8 miles in Dupuis. Contact Scott or check our Meetup website for details.
APR. 21 SUN. (M) - Wacissa River and Slave Canal Paddle - This is wilderness paddle on the Wacissa River and Slave Canal. Expect many pullovers and low trees on this float (Especially following Hurricane Michael tree blow over) through bottomland hardwood forest. PLEASE SIGN UP ON MEETUP FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DIRECTIONS AND UPDATES. Limit 15 canoes/kayaks. Contact: Kent Wimmer (850) 528-5261 klwimmer2@gmail.com
APR. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Every MON. (M/S) 5:00 pm - A Walk in the Woods: Lafayette Heritage Trail Park (Piney Z) This is a moderate to strenuous walk through the woods at your length (3.5 miles+ at 3-4 miles/hour is common). Dogs on a leash are welcome. Walk starts at 5:15 PM sharp. Check our Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
Day 7 we will meet again at Gate 1 in Dupuis and drive in to the trail crossing on Dupuis Grade. We will then load as few as possible vehicles and drive to our starting point at the Corbett/Dupuis border, about 18 miles on dirt road. We will hike the little used “Corbett Connector” and visit loop 4 campsite for a break. We may go off trail for a look at the inside of a Cypress Dome. Our hike will be about 10.4 miles.
apr 23 tue. (M) 9:45 AM - urban walk: fern trail – This is a 4 /5 +/- mile walk along a shaded trail through the city’s east side from Blairstone Rd. to Tom Brown Park. Meet at 9:45 AM at the trail parking area between Mahan and Park Ave. Walk begins 10:00 AM. No facilities along trail. After the hike, join in a lunch outing. PLEASE SIGN UP ON MEETUP FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DIRECTIONS AND UPDATES. Contact: Janet Stephens (850) 212-7617, janstep@me.
EVERY WED. (S) STRESS BUSTER BRISK WALKS (“Trails, Grub and Tall Tales.”): JR ALFORD GREENWAY TRAILHEAD - Meet at 2:45 PM and be ready to hike a 3.5+/- mile loop at 3:00 PM sharp. At the end of this first hike you can leave or take a short rest and meet the folks joining us at 4:15 PM to hike another 3.5+/- mile loop trail AND/OR (2) come at 4:15 PM and be ready to hike a 3.5+/- mile loop at 4:30 PM sharp. Afterwards, plan to grab some dinne
We will hike at Goethe State Forest, Tidewater Trailhead. The hiking trails are through pine timber stands. This will be a loop for 6 miles. Carpool from Mulberry Rec Center (near postal hut). We will depart at 7:15(please arrive 15 minutes before departure) Bring at least 2 quarts water, hat, bug spray, snack, suntan lotion. There are restrooms at Trailhead. There is a fee of $2.00 per person; use iron ranger provided near entrance. Multi-use trails, some sand, a few possible m
APR. 4, 11, 18, 25, Every Thur. (M/S) 5:00 pm - A Walk in the Woods: Miccosukee Greenway: Thorton TRAILHEAD - This is a moderate to strenuous walk through the woods at your length (3.5 miles+ at 3-4 miles/hour). Dogs on a leash are welcome. Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
Day 8, the final day, will find us meeting at the LOST/NENA Trailhead, the current terminus for the OTLHT. We will load in as few cars as possible and drive back into Dupuis to our starting point. We will first visit the Dupuis fishing pier and Cypress Boardwalk since our final section is only 5 miles. Afterwards if the Corps of Engineers don't have it closed we'll go up on the dike for a look at gorgeous Lake O! And if you have made all 8 days, you'll get an OTLHT patch!&a
Families and individuals intersted in hiking, bicycling, kayaking, or camping are invited to attend meetings and activities.
Join Joe on this 8 to 10 mile hike in this diverse natural area. Bring at least 2 liters to drink as it is hot out there! Joe keeps a good pace and in this heat it is strenous!
We start walking at 8!
Public/Strenous
Stoll with Alan for about 4 miles on the Apoxee trails and then head off to breakfast!
Kayak in John Pennecamp State Park (rentals available). If time allows, snorkel in lagoon. Contact leaders for details.
Day hike 4.5 miles.
Admission Fee: $8. per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.
$4 Single occupant vehicle or motorcycle
$2. Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
Contact leader for more details.
APR. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Every MON. (M/S) 5:00 pm - A Walk in the Woods: Lafayette Heritage Trail Park (Piney Z) This is a moderate to strenuous walk through the woods at your length (3.5 miles+ at 3-4 miles/hour is common). Dogs on a leash are welcome. Walk starts at 5:15 PM sharp. Check our Contact: Courtnay Micots (850) 300-0399, courtnaymicots@gmail.com
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