River to River Hike - Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park - 10 mile hike

Sunday 8:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park.
105 Wilderness Park Blvd, New Port Richey, FL
Join me for a 10-mile hike with Florida Tail Association – Suncoast Chapter.
Two rivers flow through the park - the Anclote and the Pithlachascotee. Hiking in and around the floodplains near the rivers is an amazing experience. Keep in mind the dry season is October through March.
About/Details: We will meet at parking lot 8 area prior to 8:15AM at Shelter 5 which is along parking lot 8. Restrooms are available off of the parking lot.
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 and the Anclote River.
We will walk about 4-miles to the Anclote River and loop back 4.5 miles to Shelter 5 (total event 10 miles). The group will stop back at parking lot 8 / /Shelter 5 for a 15 min lunch / snack / water / bathroom break before heading to the Pithlachascotee River 1.5 miles on the Nature Trail.
Expect: Mostly shaded but some areas of sun. Some tall grass and mud.
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, mud, lack of shade, bugs and heat exposure. No water along the way. Bring water, sunscreen, a snack / lunch 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**