In Memory - Chuck Russakov
Chuck Russakov, hiker and paddler, passed away unexpectedly May 9. He will be missed tremendously by the club. Chuck joined the club in 1998 and was an active member for years, led trips and acting on his principle of giving back, he served as the fourth President of the club. His service in the outdoors included work hikes to build and maintain the Florida Trail. Chuck was a man of just enough words, with a dry sense of humor and a sparkle in his eye, especially when talking about his family. He retired from teaching math at Lake Brantley High several years ago. In recent years he traveled out west with his wife Gail, and enjoyed introducing his grandsons to the outdoors.
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Michael doing some surfing at Playalinda.
Great Summer fun.
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Welcome!
Wilderness Trekkers is a not-for-profit organization based in the Central Florida area with 250+ members. We are dedicated to the education and promotion of the responsible recreational use and enjoyment of the outdoors. One of the ways we help achieve this is by bringing together people with the same outdoor interests through activities, seminars, and educational events organized by our volunteer Event Hosts.
For more general information about the Wilderness Trekkers, visit our Welcome page
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Econ - like - hatchee A.K.A. Econlockhatchee
An 1848 map of Florida, 3 years after Statehood, shows Ft. Maitland, Ft. Christmas, and Ft. Gatlin; AND it shows a tributary of the St. Johns as Econ - like - hatchee.
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North Marion - Paynes Pairie Bike Ride.
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Gum Slough and the 7 Springs
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Leave No Trace
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel/Camp on Durable Surfaces
- Dispose of Waste Properly
- Leave What You Find
- Minimize Campfire Impacts
- Respect Wildlife
- Be Considerate of Other Visitors
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2009 Annual Gathering
November 6-8 Silver River State Park
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Kayak Skills Sessions
Michael, Mariam, and Ken - Devote considerable time in providing a variety of kayak training sessions. All 3 have advanced level certifications - BCS and ACA. The Wilderness Trekkers are very fortunate that they dedicate themselves and add value to the organization.
...from personal experience
I recently completed a Kayak Rescue class taught by Mariam and Ken. After kayaking about 3 years, I have never tipped my kayak; although I once had a close call with a limb hanging over the Santa Fe. But most people do not strike out on a kayak trip saying to themselves, "by George, this is the day I'll have that unexpected dip."
It is best to be prepared and I had always wondered how difficult it would be to exit a flipped kayak; I needed assurances that it was something that I could do without a panic. Well under the strict supervision of Ken, Mariam and Michael; you go out and do exactly that. You flip your kayak bottoms up while still seated. With the proper instruction and the assurance of staying calm, it was more refreshing than disconcerning. The 3 hour class included helping rescue someone else and solo rescue.
I came away with considerable knowledge and a piece of mind that I can confidently do just fine in the undexpected tip. I highly recommend that all kayakers, even self proclaimed experienced paddlers take one of their classes. Not all of their classes are about rescue, there are so many common sense ideas and best practices that are taught. - Clark Getz
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Rock Spring Run
Camping, Paddling, Hiking!
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Office of Greenways and Trails has new guides to Florida's top canoe/kayak, hiking,
and biking trails
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