Sierra Club Loxahatchee Group

Welcome to an outing 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 get you a spot on this trip. You MUST register at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001JFGfTIAX

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 beginners and all kinds of boats.

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=701Po00001JFGfTIAX

Welcome to an outing 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=701Po00001JFrGlIAL

Leader: Ron Haines 561 315-0528

We will be paddling about three hours on this beautiful, pristine stream near Stuart. It becomes increasingly scenic and narrow as you paddle. We'll stop at a remote picnic site halfway through and then paddle back to the starting point. Bring drink and food as you desire. This trip is very gentle and suitable for beginners with the stamina to paddle for three hours. No rentals available. Paddleboards are OK here.

Launch at Hosford Park 7474 SW Gaines Ave., Stuart, FL. From I-95 go east on Kanner Highway (State Road 76) to SE Cove Road (second light) and take a right, then another quick right onto SW Gaines Ave. Watch for the park on your right.

Allow yourself time to launch at 10 am.

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.

Guests are fine. Each person in your party must register separately.

REMEMBER: Don't just RSVP on this Meetup site and expect a spot! You MUST REGISTER at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001JFrGlIAL

This is a special event. You MUST register at this link: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001GYmi7IAD
This event is FREE if you are a member of the Sierra Club or the Mounts Botanical Garden AND register by Jan. 15. Otherwise the Mounts entry fee of $20 ($18 senior) will apply.

FLORIDA WILDLIFE CORRIDOR
Program: Successes and Challenges of the FL Wildlife Corridor
Presented in cooperation with Mounts Botanical Garden
When: Saturday, January 17, 2026
Coffee @ 9:30 am
Program from 10:00 - 11:30 am
Where: Hutcheson Complex
Mounts Botanical Garden
531 N Military Trail
West Palm Beach 33415
A unique opportunity to hear directly from a leader in conservation, Allyn Childress, Conservation Director of the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation. Allyn will share insights into the ambitious efforts to connect and protect Florida’s natural landscapes through the creation of a continuous wildlife corridor.
Cost: FREE if you are a member of SC Loxahatchee Group or Mounts Botanical Garden and register by January 15. Otherwise, attendees must pay the Mounts entrance fee of $20 (Seniors-$18) to enter and attend the event. Must register here:
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001GYmi7IAD
Allyn Childress is a certified planner with 30 years experience in environmental policy, strategic planning, and interagency coordination.