Sierra Club Loxahatchee Group

Welcome to a meeting sponsored by the Loxahatchee Group of the Sierra Club. This is open to members and non-members.
Saying YES on this Meetup site will NOT reserve your spot. You MUST register at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001AtIKgIAN&mapLinkHref=https://maps.google.com/maps&daddr=Loxahatchee%20General%20Meeting-Loxahatchee%20Slough%20Journey@26.499295,-80.21238
November GENERAL MEETING: LOXAHATCHEE SLOUGH JOURNEY
When: Saturday, November 15. Breakfast @ 9:30 am. Program from 10:15 —11:30 am.
Where: Green Cay Nature Center at Green Cay Wetlands, 12800 Hagen Ranch Road, Boynton Beach 33437
Program:
Follow along on a journey of the Northern Everglades. Images of the birds capture the tale of our restoration efforts in the Loxahatchee Slough Natural Area — how they are working and providing a hopeful example of the resilience of this one-of-a-kind landscape.
Speaker:
Benji Studt — scientist, conservation photographer, nature communicator, and explorer! His goal is to inspire real connections between residents and visitors of the Palm Beaches and the incredible public lands system that makes this area so special. Benji’s advocacy for Wild Florida and his efforts to protect state parks through legislation have made him a key voice in the conservation community.
Optional: After the event, enjoy a 1.5-mile walk on an elevated boardwalk through the 100 acres of wetland.
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Saying YES on this Meetup site will NOT get you a spot on this trip. You MUST register at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po000019vfyVIAQ

This is a leisurely two-hour paddle in the backwaters of an urban park in central Palm Beach County. Please arrive in time for launch at 10 am.

Use the Congress Avenue entrance to John Prince Park, 4759 South Congress Ave., Lake Worth. Go straight through the stop sign and follow the directions to 'PBSO Bike Unit.' The road curves right and then left and then heads straight east. On the right is a canal and on the left is Square Lake and a fishing dock. Just past the dock take a left through the gap in the wooden fence. You will see a grassy area and a sandy spot at the water. This is the launch place. Paddleboards will be fine here. No rentals available.

Required: PFD (on and fastened), whistle, ten feet of rope. Also bring hydration and snacks as you wish and whatever personal items you need. Each participant must register separately and read and sign the waiver.

Please, if you sign up, show up! If you don't plan to attend let the trip leader know.

Trip Leader is Ron Haines, 561 315-0528 ronaldhaines@bellsouth.net
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Saying YES on this Meetup site will NOT get you a spot on this trip. You MUST register at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po000019vooqIAA

Trip leader: Ron Haines, 561-315-0528, ronaldhaines@bellsouth.net.

This is a leisurely, two-hour paddle on the water trail at Okeeheelee Park South. The park is at 7715 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach. Go south from Forest Hill, NOT NORTH. Then go past the equestrian facilities on your right and take the first left turn to the boat launch, parking lot and restroom. Allow yourself time to launch at 10 please.

There are no rentals at this location. Restrooms at launch. Suitable for paddleboarders.

Must have: PFD (ON AND FASTENED), whistle, and a 10-foot length of light rope. If you need to cancel or if you are running late, you MUST call or text to 561 315-0528.

REMEMBER: Don't just RSVP here and expect a spot! You MUST REGISTER at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po000019vooqIAA