- Sunset Walk at Peaceful Waters Sanctuary, WellingtonPeaceful Waters Sanctuary, Wellington, FL
Join us for a relaxing sunset walk at Peaceful Waters Sanctuary in Wellington on Thursday, May 16 from 6 PM to 7:30. GATES LOCK AT 8 PM!
We will meet at the Peaceful Waters Sanctuary wetlands parking lot near the restroom area and soccer fields at 6 p.m.
Here is the address:
Peaceful Waters Sanctuary
11676 Pierson Road
Wellington, FL 33414Please use the west entrance to the park.
To RSVP or to ask questions: Please text 561-906-7127.
Depending on the response from attendees, we may be going to a local restaurant for dinner or dessert after the walk.
Many species of birds can be spotted at this small, yet active, wetlands. We will have some bird watchers, who are familiar with Florida wading birds, on the walk.
Two more potentially nice aspects of this walk: There is sometimes a gorgeous sunset and we can also experience relaxing breezes on the boardwalk.
Peaceful Waters Sanctuary:
Park information: 561-791-4005 / 561-791-4045
Review of the site:
https://www.floridarambler.com/florida-birding/peaceful-waters-sanctuary-wellington/ - Camping & Paddling at Ginnie SpringsGinnie Springs Outdoors, LLC, High Springs, FL
https://ginniespringsoutdoors.com/
I am leading a camping, kayaking, and tube-floating trip at Ginnie Springs near High Springs, FL, this September 15-21.
This is a Spring Hopper Trip and we will explore the variety of numerous springs within the park.
At this time, if you don't need water or electricity, reservations are not necessary. However they are needed otherwise and all campers are asked to download and fill in a liability waiver prior to check-in in order to save time. Camping reservations, general information and the waiver can be found at the link above. You may reach them by phone at (386) 454-7188.
My plan is to enjoy the campground on the first day. We are also able to tube float from one end of the campground to the other. Either rent a tube or bring your own. It is a large campground. Then, on another day, kayak the Santa Fe River past the park. There are numerous springs along the river. We will explore every spring that we find. I have done this before. It was a lot of fun. There are rental kayaks available in town. We plan to tube float the Ichetucknee River on another day.
Nancy Doucette (828) 556-8938, or kayakldy8@gmail.com.
- River Camping at Fisheating Creek, PalmdaleFisheating Creek, Palmdale, FL
https://fisheatingcreekoutpost.com/
Fisheating Creek is located west of Lake Okeechobee near Palmdale, and, after the Kissimmee River, is the second largest source of water for the lake. The land bordering the creek was purchased by the State of Florida in 1989 and the outpost is operated under contract with The Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area. The creek is more or less 50 miles long. It's curious name was given to it by native peoples who called it "the place by the river where fish are eaten."
You will enjoy the sights and sounds on this beautiful and peaceful river. There are so many birds to view and, in the evening, they roost together.
I will camp at Fisheating Creek Outpost Campground the first night (Sunday) and the last night (Thursday)**. Click on the link above for camping and shuttle information. Anyone who wants to can arrive to catch the shuttle on Monday morning and just join us for the trip. Some people may want to leave on Thursday after the paddling trip. We river camped there at this time of the year several years ago and it was beautiful. There was mist in the morning and, at that time of year, the sun turns the landscape a golden color. The trip is approximately 16 miles long. This trip is water level dependent. There are also kayaks for rent.
We will take a shuttle to Ingram's Crossing which is the farthest upriver we can put in. We will paddle a short distance to a lake on the river where we will camp the first night.
The next day, we'll continue paddling down the river to camp at Sand Lake, where we will likely see roseate spoonbills.
Day three, depending on accessibility, we will camp at either Burnt Bridge or Lemon Lake.
On day four, we'll continue down the river and take out at Fisheating Creek Outpost Campground.
Contact Nancy Doucette (828) 556-8938 kayakldy8@gmail.com.
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park Kitching Creek Nature Walk16450 Southeast Federal Highway, Hobe Sound, FL
This a nature walk led by Steve Mather meeting at the concession store near the river at 1:00 PM. Park @ the paved parking lot. It is 4 miles from the entrance to the parking lot for the starting place. **Please plan (30 MPH) accordingly and do not speed through the park .**From there we will proceed to the Kitching Creek trailhead for a 2 to 3 mile walk/hike. Basically this is a slow walk in low pine flatlands. We will be in the sun most of the time, so wear sunscreen and a hat and comfortable shoes. Bring water, walking sticks, and mosquito repellent.Please have enough water ( 1 liter or more ) and keep hydrated to prevent any fatigue/dizziness issues. ( Thanks )
This is a joint Pack and Paddle/RFAR event.Enter the park from Highway US 1 North of Tequesta and south of Hobe Sound off US #1 . There is a $6 per car park entry fee .Hope you can make it. It should be a beautiful day in a beautiful park! Leader Steve 561 385-2965 srmatherman@gmail.com (Thanks ) or Ben 561 425-3077 bbsdob525@aol.com
- THANKSGIVING DINNER & CAMPFIREJonathan Dickinson State Park, Hobe Sound, FL
Thanksgiving Orphan? Want to avoid Uncle-Know-It-All? Just want to meet some new, like-minded people and have a no-stress Thanksgiving Day? Hope to have some Florida Sports Paddlers and the FTA (Florida Trail Association) join in and do some shared activities.
Join us at Jonathan Dickinson State Park, just north of Jupiter and south of Hobe Sound for a potluck Thanksgiving Dinner. We'll provide the turkey and ham, you bring the side dishes, enough for 6 to 8 people. AND, bring your own plate, silverware and beverages. Don't forget a serving spoon, fork or tongs.
Come earlier in the day to enjoy the park's trails, river, and bike paths. Be one with nature.Hope to have some lawn games and maybe play Florida Trivia.Look for more details and activities as the time approaches. Book a campsite in the River Campground (RC) to be close to the pavilion. Florida State Parks - Florida State Parks Reservation System The sites go fast due to the holiday weekend. You can always cancel later.
We'll set up for dinner at 2:30 PM and eat at 3:00 . Clean up at 4:30.Afterward, relax with us around a campfire at River Camp Sites 93 . Bring a chair, light jacket, and flashlight or headlamp because it gets dark around 5:30 which is when we'll build the fire. Firewood is appreciated so we can enjoy a nice bright warm fire .Bug spray may not be a bad idea either.
Come join us for other activities during this week of camping. We will post them for you. Get a campsite and camp with us Wednesday through Sunday morning or any part of it.
If coming from south of the park, exit I-95 in Jupiter, go east to Alt. A-1-A and then north to U.S. 1 and the park. Park is on your left. If coming from Hobe Sound, just go south on U.S. 1.
There is an entry fee of $6 plus for day-use. It's a good idea to buy your entry online in advance. If the park is full, tell the ranger you are with Palm Beach Pack & Paddle Club. The ranger will give you a map.
Proceed after the ranger station and bear to the right.(Basically follow the signs to the Nature Center) . There is about a 4 mile drive. Turn left at the end . LOXAHATCHEE PAVILION is one on the right. We'll have a banner & signs up identifying Palm Beach Pack & Paddle Club..FUNDRAISER: Bring $10 per person cash to donate to P&P which will go to Friends Of Okeeheelee Nature Center where P&P holds meetings and helps pay/provide food for the animals there . See some photos below.. Details and events subject to change.
We hope you will join us.