Melon Hike #1 (Optional Weekend Camping @ Crooked River)

WHAT: First in a series of Melon Hikes we'll do in July, August, September. Melon Hike #1 will be the Croom C Loop, approximately 9 miles counterclockwise. At the halfway point, we'll take a break from our efforts to enjoy some refreshing watermelon and, as always, share some laughs.

BONUS: There might be an opportunity for educated mycologists to forage for wild chanterelles.

BONUS BONUS: We'll have a campsite or two reserved at Crooked River. If anyone would like to camp out, please message me on Meetup. Always a good time with communal dinner and a river swim.

WHEN: The hike will be Saturday, July 12, 2025. Meet at Tucker Hill Day Use parking lot at 8am for check-in. We hit trail at 8:15am. Be early or be left behind.

WHERE: Tucker Hill Day Use Area, Brooksville, FL. See the map below.

WHO: It's July in Florida. Expect hot, humid and possibly wet conditions on trail. Please honestly assess your fitness for this hike, it ain't easy given the heat and humidity.

BRING: Hat, sunglasses, tick repellant, sunscreen, LOTS of water (2-3 liters recommended), perhaps some gatorade or similar electrolyte potion. If joining us for camping, food to share, your camping rig, swimsuit.