Morning Hike - Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park - 3.8 mile hike/ramble
Details
Sunday 8:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park.
105 Wilderness Park Blvd, New Port Richey, FL
Join me for a 3.8-mile hike with Florida Tail Association – Suncoast Chapter.
About/Details: We will meet at parking Lot 8 area prior to 8:15AM near Shelter 5. Parking Lot 9 is a good option if Lot 8 is full. The group will leave parking lot 8 area at 8:15AM and head towards orange blazed trail.
Restrooms are available off of the parking lot. We will walk the 3-mile orange blazed loop (total of 3.8 miles). The group will stop at the Grassy Lake Bird Blind for our 1st water break.
Expect: Mostly shaded but some areas of sun. Some tall grass.
This is a very popular area for road biking, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
Challenges include deep sand, lack of shade, bugs and heat exposure. No water along the way. Bring water, sunscreen, a snack and good footwear. Dress according to the weather.
Come get acquainted with the FTA and enjoy a hike.
Phone number on day of hike: Melissa 727-207-3013
Please contact me if you have any medical question on your physical fitness for this event.
All participants are required to sign an "Assumption of Risk" form.
This form may be previewed at: https://floridatrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/FTA-Assumption-of-Risk-March-30th-2022.pdf
All participants are encouraged to join our non-profit organization, Florida Trail Association.
For more information on the Florida National Scenic Trail (FNST) and the Florida Trail Association (FTA) & how to join FTA:
**https://floridatrail.org**