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Jan.19 - 21
Sat-Mon
Time TBD
Moderate
Paddling
High Springs, FL
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Sante Fe/Ichetucknee
Paddle - Spend the day or the
weekend paddling spring-fed rivers north of Gainesville. Camping at
O'Leno State Park, Magnolia Loop if possible, other loop if needed.
We'll paddle the Ichetucknee and Santa Fe, and hike a bit in the park.
Eat out for one dinner, optional. Limited. Must contact trip host
Erica Johnson #407-327-4044 or
paddlepuff@earthlink.net |
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Jan.26, 27th
Sat. Sun.
Time: "early"
Moderate/Strenuous
Paddling/Camp
Sebring, FL
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Arbuckle Creek
Paddle/Camp - Arbuckle offers varying scenery along its 28-30
mile course from Lake Arbuckle down to Lake Istokpoga, east of Avon Park
and Sebring. It winds through tree-covered banks, savannahs, high
cliffs, pastures, etc. There's usually a good current, and rarely have
we had problems with low water or portages. Friday night's car camping
is in the Lake Wales Ridge State Forest, and Saturday night's river
camping is in a lovely oak hammock. It's basically an easy paddle, but
the first day is a bit long for some, 17 or 18 miles. We'll have an
early start Saturday, due to that long first day, but Sunday will
be more leisurely. Joint trip with Palm Beach Pack and Paddle Club.
Reservations Required. Event host: Linda Leeds lindamarie7@juno.com
or #561-683-2851 |
Feb.2
Saturday
9:30am
Strenuous
Paddling
Ocala
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Silver River Paddle - Join us for a paddle up
to Silver Springs. Meet at 9:30 am at Marion County's Ray's Wayside Park
($2 launch fee). While the 5 mile paddle upstream can be work against a
3+ MPH current, it is well worth the effort while viewing birds,
reptiles, fish, and monkeys. The return trip is easy. Bring a lunch for
a break on the banks. Please RSVP to
NeillBeavers@Gmail.com
(preferred) or 407-927-7974 |
Feb.8 -
10
Fri. Sat. Sun
Moderate/Strenuous
Hiking/Paddling
Boca Grande -Gulf Coast
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Cayo Costa Paddle and Camp - We will take the
9:00 o'clock ferry Friday morning from Pineland Marina in Pine Island
and cross over to Cayo Costa State Park (accessible only by passenger
ferry or kayak) where we will be camping until Sunday. We'll have the
afternoon to hike. Saturday you can hike and/ or kayak with Sonia in the
sound (open waters) or even kayak to the famous Cabbage Key restaurant.
Or, you can do a long distance paddle with Mabel (18 - 24 miles.)
Because we will be paddling in open waters, a seaworthy kayak and
appropriate skills are a must. You can have the ferry take your own
kayak or you can rent one from Tropic Stars. I, Mabel, will kayak over
to Cayo Costa Friday morning and back on Sunday. The paddle is a little
over 6 miles but it's open waters. If you have the right skills and a
seaworthy boat, you can cross with me. Reservations are required on the
ferry service. There is a fee for the ferry service and for renting a
kayak or having them transport yours. Call Tropic Star of Pine Island at
(239) 283-0015. Tent Camping Fee-: $18.00 per night Cabin Fees -- $30.00
per night. For reservation information contact Reserve America at
1-800-326-3521 or www.reserveamerica.com You can bring your off road
bike or rent one at the park. For more information, contact Sonia at
soniamaga2@aol.com or Mabel at
mabelmaga@aol.com or 321-695-3328 |
Feb.9
Saturday
9:00am
Leisure
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Longwood New Member Coffee and Hike.
Orientation and Hike at Big Tree Park. Open to all members but new
members are specifically invited to share danish, fruit, and juice near
two of the biggest cypress trees in Central Florida. We will answer
questions about Wilderness Trekkers, visit the "Senator", and travel 5
miles for a short hike at the Environmental Center. In Longwood from 434
go north on 17-92 and at the light turn left on General Hutchinson Ave.
About 1/2 mile there is a sign for this small county park. Please
contact Shelley.claudin@cubic.com
or call 407-758-2633 for a head count. |
Feb.15 -
17
Fri - Sun
Time TBD
Moderate/Stren
Paddling with River Camping
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Fisheating Creek Paddle and Camp - We will
stay in the campsite at Palm Dale on Fisheating Creek. On Saturday
morning we will take a paid shuttle to Ingram's Crossing where we will
put-in. We will spend Saturday night on the shore of the river. This
river is one of the most beautiful and natural in Florida. If the water
is low, we may re-schedule. Event Host: Nancy Doucette, (561)968-1789,
kayakldy@yahoo.com |
Feb.16
Saturday
9:30am
Strenuous
Paddling
Ocala
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Silver River Paddle - This 10 mile, round-trip
paddle has abundant wildlife including turkey, otter, birds, deer,
monkeys, bear and even the occasional wildcat and panther. The put-in
will be at Ray's Wayside Park ($3.00 fee) located at the SW side of the
Hwy 40/Ocklawaha River Bridge just east of Ocala. After a short canal to
the main river we will proceed upstream to Silver Springs. The first 5
miles of the trip is strenuous and we will be paddling upstream against
a 4+ mph current. We will then reverse our path and enjoy a leisurely
pace back to the Wayside Park. Reservations required. Members and
invited guests only. Please RSVP to Event Host: Kim Joiner at
kjoiner2@tampabay.rr.com |
Feb. 22
-25
Fri-Mon
Moderate/Stren
Paddling/Hiking
Homestead
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Everglades National Park - Join in on a long
weekend of paddling and hiking in the glades. We'll be camping at Long
Pine Campground inside Everglades National Park. There are no
reservations-first come, first serve-so plan on coming down early. There
is a $10. entrance fee to the park good for 7 days. The camping fee is
approx $14. night. I'll be arriving Friday afternoon. Friday night we
will have a campfire and hike the trails near the campground. Saturday
we will paddle either West Lake or Nine Mile Pond. Sunday we will hike
one of the trails near Flamingo. For those still there on Monday, we
will explore Big Cypress before going home. There is so much to do here
I can't list it all. RSVP to Cathy Phillips at 561-688-2398 or
kyklvr@earthlink.net
(preferred). I'll send you more info. |
Feb.23-24
Sat, Sun
RSVP required
Moderate
Paddling
Fort Meade
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Peace River Spring Paddle We’ll paddle from
Fort Meade to Zolfo Springs, enjoying the twists and turns on the upper
river. The foliage should be in its spring glory. Car camping Friday
night at Fort Meade, wilderness riverbank camping Saturday night. If
water levels on this section are too low, we may move downstream. Sign
up asap, as these trips fill up fast. Linda Leeds,
lindamarie7@juno.com |
March
1,2
Sat, Sun
Time: 10 am
Moderate
Backpacking
Gainesville
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Paynes Prairie Overnight Ranger-led
Backpacking Trip: This overnight backpacking trip, near Miconopy ,
FL is only available 4-6 times per year. It is a moderately strenuous
backpack of approximately 6.5 miles over level to slightly rolling
terrain. The hike begins 10:00am Saturday. (The entrance gate is locked
after 10:00 am ) with a 4.5-mile hike to a primitive campsite; closed to
the public. You must carry all the water you will need. Sunday's hike
skirts along a 2-mile section of the picturesque north rim of the
prairie basin and concludes around noon . Fee established by Paynes
Prairie is $10.00 per person; non-refundable. If you like to backpack,
you don’t want to miss this one! If you contact Paynes Prairie, they
will tell you this trip is full but I have a few guaranteed slots still
available because I already paid for them. Contact Cathy Edwards at
oviedoedwards@earthlink.net for an application.
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March 8
Saturday
9:00am
Moderate
Paddling
Tampa
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Alafia River Paddle - Leave Orlando 7:30, Meet
at Alderman Park at 9:00AM - We will paddle from Alderman Park to the
outfitters. The Alafia seems like you are in a remote area, but you are
only about a short distance from downtown Tampa. You are likely to see
an abundance of wildlife including wading birds, turtles, raccoons and
an occasional alligator – so be sure and bring your camera. Depending on
the water level we may experience a few easy rapids or shoals. Paddling
this often narrow and twisty river is fun for the beginner or
experienced paddler. BEGINNERS ARE WELCOME-You will be tired at the end
of the paddle. Boat owners, we will run a shuttle. If you need a
partner, do not wait until the last minute. Let me know a week or two
ahead of time or get your own partner. Call 813/689-8645for Canoe
rentals or directions-if you are going to meet us there). Solo kayaks
are available in very limited supply. Camping is available at Lithia
Springs Park at 813-744-5572. . For Information email
NeillBeavers@gmail.com
(preferred) or call Neill @ 407-927-7974. |
March 15
Saturday
10:00 AM
Moderate
Ormond Beach, FL
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Strickland Creek and Thompson Creek Paddling-
Creeks of the Tomoka River provide scenic paddling along the lush
hammocks and cedar covered spoils. We will meet at the Tomoka State Park
marina to launch at 10:00. From the marina, we head upstream to the
mouth of Strickland Creek and then paddle approximately 3.5 miles to
Sanchez Park. There are plenty of places to explore some islands. Then
will return on the Thompson Creek that spills back into the Tomoka
River. There is no need to shuttle and this would also be a great
opportunity to bring a spouse or friend along because there is both
kayak and canoe rentals at the state park marina. Bring a lunch. For
more information
www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/default.cfm Co-hosts Clark Getz
cagola1@aol.com (407 855
5351) and Bob Lyle
robtlyle@yahoo.com (407) 256 2940.
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March 22
Saturday
9:00am
Leisure
Paddling
Tampa
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Hillsborough River Paddle - Please join me for
a paddle on the beautiful Hillsborough river. We will meet at Sargent
Park for a 9am shuttle to our take out destination at Trout Creek Park.
Please bring a lunch as we will stop at Morris Bridge Park for lunch.
There are nice bathrooms at this stop as well. There are rentals
available thru Canoe Escape #813-986-2067, however these rentals must be
set up by you directly. The trip is for members and their guests. Limit
12 boats. Please RSVP to Event Host: Kim Joiner at
kjoiner2@tampabay.rr.com
This trip is cancelled |
Mar.29-30
Sat, Sun
Moderate
Bicycling
Micanopy/ Gainesville area
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North Marion County and Gainesville-Hawthorne
Trail Bike Rides- Here is an opportunity for 2 rides over 2 days.
North Central Florida presents itself as the old Florida, still
undeveloped, pristine with mature forests, rolling farmland and void of
heavy traffic. Come join in for one of the best scenic rides in Florida
as we make our way through the beauty of North Marion and Alachua
County; riding through unchanged hamlets, horse country and back road
routes that will make you believe you have left the state. Using Paynes
Prairie as the basecamp, participants are invited to come camp Friday
for some early socializing, or if you prefer, join us in the morning for
the 9:30 Saturday ride departure and camp Saturday night. Day riders
welcome just as well. Comprehensive information about this weekend which
includes the 3 day agenda, ride experiences, camping details, recent
photos, and route maps; go to
http://www.explorecp.com/trekkercur.html . Hosted by Clark Getz -
cagola1@aol.com (407 855 5351).
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