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11/29/08
Saturday
9:00AM
Paddling
Leisure
DeLand

DeLeon Springs Leisure Family Paddle - Meet at 9:00 AM at the Spring Head area. We will paddle a short distance (45 minutes) and see several types of turtles, fish, reptiles, birds, manatee, and other wildlife on the way out and back. Bring a snack for a break; sun lotion, and plenty of fluids. Plan to share a pancake brunch at the Old Spanish Sugar Mill Restaurant or bring your lunch & swim goggles if you'd like to stay and picnic next to spring/swimming area. Cost: $5.00 State Park entrance fee (2 to 8 people in 1 car). Canoe & kayak rentals available 386.985.5644. Take Interstate 4 to Exit 94, take State Road 434 West to Wekiwa Springs Road. Take US Hwy 17 North from Deland for approximately six miles, following the State Park signs. Turn left onto Ponce DeLeon Blvd and you will travel approximately one mile to the entrance to DeLeon Springs State Park. Members and invited guests only. Limit: 12. Host: Bill Maish Email to register at billsplash@bellsouth.net or call 407-375-4406.

11/30/08
Sunday
2:00PM
Biking
Leisure
Winter Springs

Cross Seminole Trail Leisure Family Bike Ride - Meet at 2pm at the trail head (in Winter Springs just W of 417 on 434 and E of the Hess Station). Bring a helmet, snack for break, sun lotion, and plenty of fluids. Free. We will ride W then back E to Oviedo. 6 miles. Members and invited guests only. Limit: 15. Host: Bill Maish Email to register at billsplash@bellsouth.net or call 407-375-4406

12/06/2008
Saturday
9:00 AM
Paddling
Moderate to Strenous
Wekiva River
DeBary

Lower Wekiva River - From High Banks we'll paddle St. Johns River for 1 ¼ mile, enter Wekiva River, paddle to Katie's Landing and back, about a 14 mile round trip, a beautiful run. See FL. Gazetteer, page 80, coordinates A2 or Google W. Highbanks Road in Debary 32713. After the paddle, we'll go to the restaurant ( a very good one) right where we put in and have an early dinner. Contact your host, Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com. PFD and whistle are required on the paddle.

12/13/08
Saturday
5:00PM - 9:00PM
Christmas Party
Leisure to Strenuous
Deland
RSVP by Dec 10th

12/26/08
Friday
10:00AM
Biking
Leisure-Moderate
West Orange Trail
Winter Garden Station

West Orange Bike Ride (head west) - Meet at the Winter Garden Station on Plant street. We will head west on the trail toward Oakland and on past Killarney station. We will continue onto the Minneola extention where there are some good short hills and turn around at the Lake Minneola waterfront in Clermont. Approximately 24 miles. RSVP Host Clark Getz cagola1@aol.com. The map

12/27/08
Saturday
9:00AM
Biking
Leisure-Moderate
West Orange Trail
Chapin Station

West Orange Bike Ride (head east) - Meet at the Chapin Station on at the corners of Crown Point Cross Rd and NW Crown Point Rd. We will head east on the trail toward Clarcona and over the Apopka Bridge at 441 where we will turn around. Upon return we will stop take the short spur to the Horseman's Park. Approximately 20 miles. RSVP Host Clark Getz cagola1@aol.com. The map.
NOTE: This trip got switched with the above bike ride because Saturday, there is a Marathon Run from Clermont to Winter Garden, basically the same route as this day's trip was to take.

12/27/2008
Saturday
9:00 AM
Paddling
Leisure
Blue Springs
Orange City

Blue Springs Family Paddle -Meet at 9:00 AM at the Boat Launch area and leave at 915. We will paddle a short distance (30-45 minutes) and see manatee, a variety of migratory birds, several types of turtles, fish, reptiles, birds, manatee, and other wildlife on the way out and back. Bring a snack for a break; sun lotion, gloves (if it is cool), and plenty of fluids. There are videos about the manatee, a nice playground an picnic area. Cost: $5.00/car. Canoe & kayak rentals available Take exit 114 off Interstate 4 and follow the signs. Go south on 17/92 to Orange City, about 2.5 miles. Make a right onto West French Avenue. Members and invited guests only. Limit: 12. Host: Bill Maish Email to register at billsplash@bellsouth.net or call 407-375-4406.

12/31/2008 - 1/3/2009
Wednesday - Saturday
9:00AM
Paddling
Moderate
Ft Cooper S.P.
Inverness

Car Camping /Kayaking trip at Fort Cooper State Park in Inverness - Come celebrate the New Year in the nature, camp the entire holiday with us or just join us for a day paddle! But don't miss this one ! We have a group campsite, $4/person, primitive camping. You do not need to call the State Park for reservations. We'll paddle Gum Slough New Year's Day, Withlacoochee River on Friday, and Rainbow River on Saturday. Camping is reserved for Wed. night thru Saturday night. The host will break the camp Saturday morning, however.some. are. Staying. Sat night. For all paddles, meet at the State Park. Note the time: 9am on Thurs. and Friday, 10am on Saturday. Contact your host Mariam Mohsenin at mohseninma@gmail.com or (407)325-7596 for details on how to enter the campground ( it is not attended by Park personnel ). PFD and whistle are required on all paddles.

1/10/09
Saturday
9:00AM
Paddling
Moderate
Clermont

Part 2 of the Ocklawaha River Basin Paddle - The Middle Palatlakaha River - After a successful first part on the big lakes of Clermont, the voyage continues as the second leg of the "Paddle through Central Lake County" on the Palatlakaha River. We will pick up where the first part left off at the Clermont boat ramp on Lake Minneola. The trek is estimated to be about 12 miles, we will be going in one direction and there is virtually no flow to contend with. There will be many small lakes that are connected by crooked creeks and straight canals. Our exit will be at the north end of Lake Emma. Interested parties need to read the details for a thorough understanding of the special challenge on this trip. www.explorecp.com/palatlakaha.html. Hosted by Clark Getz at cagola1@aol.com. Ultimately, Part 3 will take us from Lake Emma to Lake Harris as the most challenging segment of the entire river. So join in the adventure on this unique and rare expedition.

1/10/09 - 1/11/09
Saturday - Sunday
Time: Contact host
Backpacking
Leisure-Moderate
Lake Wales

Lake Kissimmee State Park - Backpacking Weekend - Come join us at Lake Kissimmee State Park. We'll be backpacking about 4-miles of this state park, and primitive camping. $4.00 per person per night, thru the Ranger Station at #863-696-1112, or make arrangements with trip host, who has placed a reservation already. Host will be camping Friday night in the family camping area. To join host on Friday night, you'll need to reserve your spot thru Reserve America. This area used to be very pretty, but has suffered wind and fire damages, so not sure what we may find. No available potable water, so bring enough drinking water for the weekend. Sunday we may drop by Cow Camp for a little piece of history. There's a boat launch leading out to Florida's 3rd largest Lake Kissimmee, an observation tower, shaded picnic areas, a playground, excellent wildlife viewing, and camping at this state park. White-tailed deer, bald eagles, sandhill cranes, turkeys, and bobcats have been seen in the park. Located off State Road 60, 15 miles east of Lake Wales, FL. See Map. Contact Trip Host Nancy Doucette @ (561) 968-1789 or kayakldy@yahoo.com to RSVP or with any questions.

01/17/09 - 01/19/09
Saturday - Monday
Paddle etc
Moderate
High Springs

Ichetucknee & Santa Fe Rivers, and O’Leno State Park - Spend the day or the holiday weekend paddling spring-fed rivers near High Springs. Bring your woolies, as it could be cold. Paddle Ichetucknee on Sat (be at the put-in at the South entrance on SR 27 by 10 am - this is the 2nd entrance, just before the road bridge ); Santa Fe on Sunday; hike on Monday morning. Eat out for Sat dinner, optional. Camping at O'Leno State Park, Erica will be in Magnolia Loop (ReserveAmerica.com or 800-326-3521 for reservations). Members and invited guests only. If you wish to come, please contact Erica, paddlepuff@earthlink.net or 407-327-4044.

01/23/09 - 01/25/09
Friday - Sunday
Paddling
Moderate
Arbuckle Creek

Traditional Arbuckle Creek Trip - We'll stay in the Arbuckle State Forest on Friday night, and launch on Saturday morning at the Williams Fish Camp on SR 64. We'll river camp on Arbuckle Creek on Saturday night. Plan on a fun Happy Hour with lots of goodies on Saturday evening - with wine, of course! We will continue downstream on Sunday, and take out at Nyberg's on US 98, then do the shuttle. We've been doing this river for years, and it's worth it! Any questions, please call me, and maybe I can help get you there if you have some doubts! Contact me for other information, as it can change.
Host: Jim Ostrander, at 561-627-1943, j14152@gmail.com .

01/24/2009
Saturday
9:00 AM
Paddling
Leisure
Canaveral National Seashore

Canaveral National Seashore - Paddle 2 miles to Goodrich restaurant for a delicious brunch. Launch from River Breeze Park in Oak Hill. We'll paddle back to the put in for those who need to move on and the rest of us will paddle around the islands to get familiar with the campsite locations because our next trip will be camping on the islands. Contact your host Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com. PFD and whistle are required on all paddles.

01/31/2009
Saturday
9:00 AM
Kayaking Skills
All Skill Levels
Lake Mills
Chuluota

Skill Session- For All Skill Levels - Learn about safety gear to carry with you. Learn basic paddle strokes or improve your skills, learn how to be an effective paddler, paddle with finesse. And of course, we will play and have fun too. The session is about three to four - hour long with Ken Knapton, Michael Shugg and Mariam Mohsenin who teach the class to numerous groups and came to WT in July and in November to teach Kayak recovery and rescue and paddling skills. RSVP is required. For members only. Focus all reservations to Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com. The session will be at Lake Mills Park located in west Seminole County, click here for directions. If for some reason, Lake Mills is not open/feasible, the alternate venue will be announced to responders and will be held in Orlando area. PFD and whistle are required on all sessions.

02/07/2009
Saturday
9:00 AM
Hiking
Leisure
Altamonte Springs

New (and old) Member Orientation - Lake Lotus Nature Preserve This park is approximately 150 acres of mostly woods and wetlands, a one-mile boardwalk, playground equipment, picnic pavilions, fishing dock (bring a fishing pole and binoculars if you wish) and an enclosed pavilion that serves as nature¢s window over the Lake. Please visit www.altamonte.org/department/leisure for park information and maps. Reservations will be required by Wed Feb 4. Meeting location will be announced in Jan Upcoming Events. Cathy Edwards (WT Special Events Coordinator) Oviedoedwards@earthlink.net or 407-716-9811 before 9pm.

02/13/09 - 02/16/09
Friday - Monday
Paddling
Moderate
Withlacoochee Inverness

Potts Preserve/Seven Springs Run - This is a longer three day trip to Potts Preserve, which is a Southwest Florida Water Management property on the Withlacoochie River, northeast of Inverness, Florida. It's car camping, but it's also primitive, with only a port-a-potty for facilities. Just downstream and across the Withlacoochie, Gum Slough/Seven Springs Run is a little-travelled swamp river/spring run, which is the featured paddle of the trip, and we'll do it Saturday. Then, plan on eating in Inverness on Saturday evening. Sunday, we'll spend an hour or two paddling on the Withlacoochie, perhaps followed by a short hike in the afternoon. Then it's time for community hors d'ouerves & Happy Hour - and a campfire, of course! I plan to arrive on Friday night, and leave about noon on Monday. This is one of the few camping places in Florida where we don't have to listen to road noise all night long. If you haven't been here, it may just turn out to be one of your favorite places! If you'd like to go, and something is slowing you down, call me, and I'll convince you to give it a shot! You won't regret it! You will need some detailed directions and a map to find it, though. Contact me for other information, as it can change.
Host: Jim Ostrander, 561-627-1943, j14152@gmail.com .

02/27/09 - 03/01/09
Friday - Sunday
Paddling
Moderate
Peace River Ft. Meade

Traditional Peace River Spring Trip - We'll do the upper Peace River, from Fort Meade to Zolfo Springs, water level permitting. I plan to stay at Fort Meade City Park on Friday night, and we'll run the shuttle on Saturday AM. On Saturday evening, we'll have a Happy Hour on the riverbank, with plenty of hors d'ouerves, and a campfire as well! By now, some of you will have already joined me for previous trips this year, so you'll surely be looking forward to this one! If the water level is too low, we're going anyway - we'll just conjure up an alternate plan. Any questions, if you need to borrow a stove, a tent, or something else, please contact me - we want you there! Contact me for other information, as it can change.
Host: Jim Ostrander, 561-627-1943, j14152@gmail.com .

December 2008 - January 2009
11/29/08 Saturday 9:00AM Paddling Leisure DeLand	DeLeon Springs Leisure Family Paddle - Meet at 9:00 AM at the Spring Head area. We will paddle a short distance (45 minutes) and see several types of turtles, fish, reptiles, birds, manatee, and other wildlife on the way out and back. Bring a snack for a break; sun lotion, and plenty of fluids. Plan to share a pancake brunch at the Old Spanish Sugar Mill Restaurant or bring your lunch & swim goggles if you'd like to stay and picnic next to spring/swimming area. Cost: $5.00 State Park entrance fee (2 to 8 people in 1 car). Canoe & kayak rentals available 386.985.5644. Take Interstate 4 to Exit 94, take State Road 434 West to Wekiwa Springs Road. Take US Hwy 17 North from Deland for approximately six miles, following the State Park signs. Turn left onto Ponce DeLeon Blvd and you will travel approximately one mile to the entrance to DeLeon Springs State Park. Members and invited guests only. Limit: 12. Host: Bill Maish Email to register at billsplash@bellsouth.net or call 407-375-4406.
11/30/08 Sunday 2:00PM Biking Leisure Winter Springs	Cross Seminole Trail Leisure Family Bike Ride - Meet at 2pm at the trail head (in Winter Springs just W of 417 on 434 and E of the Hess Station). Bring a helmet, snack for break, sun lotion, and plenty of fluids. Free. We will ride W then back E to Oviedo. 6 miles. Members and invited guests only. Limit: 15. Host: Bill Maish Email to register at billsplash@bellsouth.net or call 407-375-4406
12/06/2008 Saturday 9:00 AM Paddling Moderate to Strenous Wekiva River DeBary	Lower Wekiva River - From High Banks we'll paddle St. Johns River for 1 ¼ mile, enter Wekiva River, paddle to Katie's Landing and back, about a 14 mile round trip, a beautiful run. See FL. Gazetteer, page 80, coordinates A2 or Google W. Highbanks Road in Debary 32713. After the paddle, we'll go to the restaurant ( a very good one) right where we put in and have an early dinner. Contact your host, Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com. PFD and whistle are required on the paddle.
12/13/08 Saturday 5:00PM - 9:00PM Christmas Party Leisure to Strenuous Deland RSVP by Dec 10th	2008 Wilderness Trekker Christmas Party Anita and Lee Simmons would like to invite all members of the Wilderness Trekkers to the 2008 Christmas party at our house in DeLand, Florida. The party will be on Saturday, December 13, 2008 It will begin at 5 P.M. until 8 P.M. or later Our address is: 1001 Crescent Parkway, DeLand, Florida Map Our phone number is 386-846-8396 or 386-943-8745 RSVP by Dec 10th The Wilderness Trekkers will provide the meat, eating utensils, and drinks. Members that are coming should coordinate bringing side dishes, desserts, etc. with Anita. We will have a Chinese Auction after eating. Prizes should be no more than $15.00. Anita and I hope to see all Wilderness Trekkers at the party.
12/26/08 Friday 10:00AM Biking Leisure-Moderate West Orange Trail Winter Garden Station	West Orange Bike Ride (head west) - Meet at the Winter Garden Station on Plant street. We will head west on the trail toward Oakland and on past Killarney station. We will continue onto the Minneola extention where there are some good short hills and turn around at the Lake Minneola waterfront in Clermont. Approximately 24 miles. RSVP Host Clark Getz cagola1@aol.com. The map
12/27/08 Saturday 9:00AM Biking Leisure-Moderate West Orange Trail Chapin Station	West Orange Bike Ride (head east) - Meet at the Chapin Station on at the corners of Crown Point Cross Rd and NW Crown Point Rd. We will head east on the trail toward Clarcona and over the Apopka Bridge at 441 where we will turn around. Upon return we will stop take the short spur to the Horseman's Park. Approximately 20 miles. RSVP Host Clark Getz cagola1@aol.com. The map. NOTE: This trip got switched with the above bike ride because Saturday, there is a Marathon Run from Clermont to Winter Garden, basically the same route as this day's trip was to take.
12/27/2008 Saturday 9:00 AM Paddling Leisure Blue Springs Orange City	Blue Springs Family Paddle -Meet at 9:00 AM at the Boat Launch area and leave at 915. We will paddle a short distance (30-45 minutes) and see manatee, a variety of migratory birds, several types of turtles, fish, reptiles, birds, manatee, and other wildlife on the way out and back. Bring a snack for a break; sun lotion, gloves (if it is cool), and plenty of fluids. There are videos about the manatee, a nice playground an picnic area. Cost: $5.00/car. Canoe & kayak rentals available Take exit 114 off Interstate 4 and follow the signs. Go south on 17/92 to Orange City, about 2.5 miles. Make a right onto West French Avenue. Members and invited guests only. Limit: 12. Host: Bill Maish Email to register at billsplash@bellsouth.net or call 407-375-4406.
12/31/2008 - 1/3/2009 Wednesday - Saturday 9:00AM Paddling Moderate Ft Cooper S.P. Inverness	Car Camping /Kayaking trip at Fort Cooper State Park in Inverness - Come celebrate the New Year in the nature, camp the entire holiday with us or just join us for a day paddle! But don't miss this one ! We have a group campsite, $4/person, primitive camping. You do not need to call the State Park for reservations. We'll paddle Gum Slough New Year's Day, Withlacoochee River on Friday, and Rainbow River on Saturday. Camping is reserved for Wed. night thru Saturday night. The host will break the camp Saturday morning, however.some. are. Staying. Sat night. For all paddles, meet at the State Park. Note the time: 9am on Thurs. and Friday, 10am on Saturday. Contact your host Mariam Mohsenin at mohseninma@gmail.com or (407)325-7596 for details on how to enter the campground ( it is not attended by Park personnel ). PFD and whistle are required on all paddles.
1/10/09 Saturday 9:00AM Paddling Moderate Clermont	Part 2 of the Ocklawaha River Basin Paddle - The Middle Palatlakaha River - After a successful first part on the big lakes of Clermont, the voyage continues as the second leg of the "Paddle through Central Lake County" on the Palatlakaha River. We will pick up where the first part left off at the Clermont boat ramp on Lake Minneola. The trek is estimated to be about 12 miles, we will be going in one direction and there is virtually no flow to contend with. There will be many small lakes that are connected by crooked creeks and straight canals. Our exit will be at the north end of Lake Emma. Interested parties need to read the details for a thorough understanding of the special challenge on this trip. www.explorecp.com/palatlakaha.html. Hosted by Clark Getz at cagola1@aol.com. Ultimately, Part 3 will take us from Lake Emma to Lake Harris as the most challenging segment of the entire river. So join in the adventure on this unique and rare expedition.
1/10/09 - 1/11/09 Saturday - Sunday Time: Contact host Backpacking Leisure-Moderate Lake Wales	Lake Kissimmee State Park - Backpacking Weekend - Come join us at Lake Kissimmee State Park. We'll be backpacking about 4-miles of this state park, and primitive camping. $4.00 per person per night, thru the Ranger Station at #863-696-1112, or make arrangements with trip host, who has placed a reservation already. Host will be camping Friday night in the family camping area. To join host on Friday night, you'll need to reserve your spot thru Reserve America. This area used to be very pretty, but has suffered wind and fire damages, so not sure what we may find. No available potable water, so bring enough drinking water for the weekend. Sunday we may drop by Cow Camp for a little piece of history. There's a boat launch leading out to Florida's 3rd largest Lake Kissimmee, an observation tower, shaded picnic areas, a playground, excellent wildlife viewing, and camping at this state park. White-tailed deer, bald eagles, sandhill cranes, turkeys, and bobcats have been seen in the park. Located off State Road 60, 15 miles east of Lake Wales, FL. See Map. Contact Trip Host Nancy Doucette @ (561) 968-1789 or kayakldy@yahoo.com to RSVP or with any questions.
01/17/09 - 01/19/09 Saturday - Monday Paddle etc Moderate High Springs	Ichetucknee & Santa Fe Rivers, and O’Leno State Park - Spend the day or the holiday weekend paddling spring-fed rivers near High Springs. Bring your woolies, as it could be cold. Paddle Ichetucknee on Sat (be at the put-in at the South entrance on SR 27 by 10 am - this is the 2nd entrance, just before the road bridge ); Santa Fe on Sunday; hike on Monday morning. Eat out for Sat dinner, optional. Camping at O'Leno State Park, Erica will be in Magnolia Loop (ReserveAmerica.com or 800-326-3521 for reservations). Members and invited guests only. If you wish to come, please contact Erica, paddlepuff@earthlink.net or 407-327-4044.
01/23/09 - 01/25/09 Friday - Sunday Paddling Moderate Arbuckle Creek	Traditional Arbuckle Creek Trip - We'll stay in the Arbuckle State Forest on Friday night, and launch on Saturday morning at the Williams Fish Camp on SR 64. We'll river camp on Arbuckle Creek on Saturday night. Plan on a fun Happy Hour with lots of goodies on Saturday evening - with wine, of course! We will continue downstream on Sunday, and take out at Nyberg's on US 98, then do the shuttle. We've been doing this river for years, and it's worth it! Any questions, please call me, and maybe I can help get you there if you have some doubts! Contact me for other information, as it can change. Host: Jim Ostrander, at 561-627-1943, j14152@gmail.com .
01/24/2009 Saturday 9:00 AM Paddling Leisure Canaveral National Seashore	Canaveral National Seashore - Paddle 2 miles to Goodrich restaurant for a delicious brunch. Launch from River Breeze Park in Oak Hill. We'll paddle back to the put in for those who need to move on and the rest of us will paddle around the islands to get familiar with the campsite locations because our next trip will be camping on the islands. Contact your host Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com. PFD and whistle are required on all paddles.
01/31/2009 Saturday 9:00 AM Kayaking Skills All Skill Levels Lake Mills Chuluota	Skill Session- For All Skill Levels - Learn about safety gear to carry with you. Learn basic paddle strokes or improve your skills, learn how to be an effective paddler, paddle with finesse. And of course, we will play and have fun too. The session is about three to four - hour long with Ken Knapton, Michael Shugg and Mariam Mohsenin who teach the class to numerous groups and came to WT in July and in November to teach Kayak recovery and rescue and paddling skills. RSVP is required. For members only. Focus all reservations to Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com. The session will be at Lake Mills Park located in west Seminole County, click here for directions. If for some reason, Lake Mills is not open/feasible, the alternate venue will be announced to responders and will be held in Orlando area. PFD and whistle are required on all sessions.
02/07/2009 Saturday 9:00 AM Hiking Leisure Altamonte Springs	New (and old) Member Orientation - Lake Lotus Nature Preserve This park is approximately 150 acres of mostly woods and wetlands, a one-mile boardwalk, playground equipment, picnic pavilions, fishing dock (bring a fishing pole and binoculars if you wish) and an enclosed pavilion that serves as nature¢s window over the Lake. Please visit www.altamonte.org/department/leisure for park information and maps. Reservations will be required by Wed Feb 4. Meeting location will be announced in Jan Upcoming Events. Cathy Edwards (WT Special Events Coordinator) Oviedoedwards@earthlink.net or 407-716-9811 before 9pm.
02/13/09 - 02/16/09 Friday - Monday Paddling Moderate Withlacoochee Inverness	Potts Preserve/Seven Springs Run - This is a longer three day trip to Potts Preserve, which is a Southwest Florida Water Management property on the Withlacoochie River, northeast of Inverness, Florida. It's car camping, but it's also primitive, with only a port-a-potty for facilities. Just downstream and across the Withlacoochie, Gum Slough/Seven Springs Run is a little-travelled swamp river/spring run, which is the featured paddle of the trip, and we'll do it Saturday. Then, plan on eating in Inverness on Saturday evening. Sunday, we'll spend an hour or two paddling on the Withlacoochie, perhaps followed by a short hike in the afternoon. Then it's time for community hors d'ouerves & Happy Hour - and a campfire, of course! I plan to arrive on Friday night, and leave about noon on Monday. This is one of the few camping places in Florida where we don't have to listen to road noise all night long. If you haven't been here, it may just turn out to be one of your favorite places! If you'd like to go, and something is slowing you down, call me, and I'll convince you to give it a shot! You won't regret it! You will need some detailed directions and a map to find it, though. Contact me for other information, as it can change. Host: Jim Ostrander, 561-627-1943, j14152@gmail.com .
02/27/09 - 03/01/09 Friday - Sunday Paddling Moderate Peace River Ft. Meade	Traditional Peace River Spring Trip - We'll do the upper Peace River, from Fort Meade to Zolfo Springs, water level permitting. I plan to stay at Fort Meade City Park on Friday night, and we'll run the shuttle on Saturday AM. On Saturday evening, we'll have a Happy Hour on the riverbank, with plenty of hors d'ouerves, and a campfire as well! By now, some of you will have already joined me for previous trips this year, so you'll surely be looking forward to this one! If the water level is too low, we're going anyway - we'll just conjure up an alternate plan. Any questions, if you need to borrow a stove, a tent, or something else, please contact me - we want you there! Contact me for other information, as it can change. Host: Jim Ostrander, 561-627-1943, j14152@gmail.com .

December 2008 - January 2009