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Heartland Chapter Meeting & Potluck Luncheon @ 10:00am ET
by Heartland Chapter

TENOROC 2-mile Blue Loop Trail @ 8:00am ET
by Heartland Chapter

Starting out of Picnic Lake, the 2-mile Blue Trail is hilly so poles are suggested. Hike leaves promptly at 8am to return in time for Chapter meeting.Don't forget water, bug repellent and good shoes.

Join the Black Bear Chapter of the FTA for a volunteer trail maintenance project on the Florida Trail in the Ocala National Forest.  Camping is provided at the OHV center on the National Forest and work will be done from Rodman Dam heading south to ...

Connecting Communities with the Outdoors @ 1:00pm ET
by FTA Staff Events

Join us for an engaging presentation by Abe Christian to learn how the Florida Trail’s Gateway Community Program can benefit local communities. Explore opportunities to get involved, support public lands, and discover how communities can gain economically while promoting outdoor recreation and the enjoyment of Florida’s natural treasures. Don�...

Join the Black Bear Chapter of the FTA for a volunteer trail maintenance project on the Florida Trail in the Ocala National Forest.  Camping is provided at the OHV center on the National Forest and work will be done from Rodman Dam heading south to ...

Join the Black Bear Chapter of the FTA for a volunteer trail maintenance project on the Florida Trail in the Ocala National Forest.  Camping is provided at the OHV center on the National Forest and work will be done from Rodman Dam heading south to ...

Join the FTA Central Florida Chapter for a work day in Seminole State Forest @ Bear Pond Trailhead What to expect: We will use a combination of power equipment and hand tools to bring the trail back up to standard. We will: mow, lop (trim) branches,...

Turning Nokuse section leader role over to another chapter member.  Took him to various parts of Nokuse to orient him to roads, gates, locks, etc.

Join the FTA and the Indian River Chapter for a work weekend in Prairie Lakes! Prairie Lakes Tract of Three Lakes WMA is a beautiful section of trail showcasing a variety of landscapes. Guaranteed to have some of the best sunsets on the Florida Trail...

Join the FTA and the Indian River Chapter for a work weekend in Prairie Lakes! Prairie Lakes Tract of Three Lakes WMA is a beautiful section of trail showcasing a variety of landscapes. Guaranteed to have some of the best sunsets on the Florida Trail...

Gainesville REI Community Day @ 11:00am ET
by FTA Staff Events

FTA will be participating in this fantastic event at REI in Gainesville!

Join the FTA and the Indian River Chapter for a work weekend in Prairie Lakes! Prairie Lakes Tract of Three Lakes WMA is a beautiful section of trail showcasing a variety of landscapes. Guaranteed to have some of the best sunsets on the Florida Trail...

Join the FTA and the Indian River Chapter for a work weekend in Prairie Lakes! Prairie Lakes Tract of Three Lakes WMA is a beautiful section of trail showcasing a variety of landscapes. Guaranteed to have some of the best sunsets on the Florida Trail...

Performed routine trail maintenance to include mowing and lopping in the Titi Section from Wise Creek to Big Fork.

Join the FTA Central Florida Chapter for a work day in Seminole State Forest Blueberry/White trails What to expect: We will use a combination of power equipment and hand tools to bring the trail back up to standard. We will: mow, lop (trim) branche...

Come join the Happy Hoofers Chapter of the Florida Trail Association for a trail maintenance event in Big Cypress National Preserve! Camping is available but not required! Feel free to join us for a day or all days!   Camping: All tent or vehicle ...

Join the Florida Trail Association's Next Generation Coalition for a Volunteer Work Party in Ocala National Forest! FTA will provide all the tools, training, and food, and you can help us maintain the Florida Trail!   The Next Gen Coalition is a gro...

Wilderness First Aid Training -- 2 Day Course @ 8:00am ET
by Heartland Chapter

Contact Sue2 at hl@floridatrail.org to sign up for the 2 remaining slots in this WFA training class in Lakeland, FL.

Join the FTA Central Florida Chapter for a trail work day in Little-Big Econ State Forest @ the Pavilion behind the ranger station. What to expect: We will use a combination of power equipment and hand tools to bring the trail back up to standard. W...

Come join the Happy Hoofers Chapter of the Florida Trail Association for a trail maintenance event in Big Cypress National Preserve! Camping is available but not required! Feel free to join us for a day or all days!   Camping: All tent or vehicle ...

Join the Florida Trail Association's Next Generation Coalition for a Volunteer Work Party in Ocala National Forest! FTA will provide all the tools, training, and food, and you can help us maintain the Florida Trail!   The Next Gen Coalition is a gro...

Heartland: Wilderness First Aid Training @ 8:00am ET
by Heartland Chapter

WILDERNESS FIRST AID TRAINING is scheduled for Saturday & Sunday, November 15 and 16, 2025. Classes will run from 8 am to 3:30pm and include CPR certification and Wilderness First Aid  (classroom time and field practice). Our instructor is KARL BYERS, longtime medical professional, FTA volunteer and Board Member.There are on...

Day hike at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park @ 10:00am ET
by Big Cypress Chapter

We will meet at the Fakahatchee Strand Park headquarters at 10:00am. It’s about 2 hours to drive from Miami. Take US41 (Tamiami Trail), past Oasis Visitor Center, take a right  (north) on SR29 (Carnestown). There is a light at the intersection. Drive 3 miles on SR29 to  Copeland, take a left/west into Janes Scenic Drive/837 W and right ...

Come join the Happy Hoofers Chapter of the Florida Trail Association for a trail maintenance event in Big Cypress National Preserve! Camping is available but not required! Feel free to join us for a day or all days!   Camping: All tent or vehicle ...

Join the Florida Trail Association's Next Generation Coalition for a Volunteer Work Party in Ocala National Forest! FTA will provide all the tools, training, and food, and you can help us maintain the Florida Trail!   The Next Gen Coalition is a gro...

Come join the Happy Hoofers Chapter of the Florida Trail Association for a trail maintenance event in Big Cypress National Preserve! Camping is available but not required! Feel free to join us for a day or all days!   Camping: All tent or vehicle ...

Performed routine trail maintenance to include mowing and lopping from S.R. 20 to Leaning Pine Campsite.

Join the FTA Central Florida Chapter for a work day in Chuluota Wilderness and Bronson State Forest What to expect: We will use a combination of power equipment and hand tools to bring the trail back up to standard. We will: mow, lop (trim) branches...

WEBINAR: Thru-Hiking the FT 101 @ 6:00pm ET
by FTA Staff Events

Join FTA Staff and our special guest Hailey, Florida Trail Class of 2024, for an insider’s guide to planning your Florida Trail thru-hike! We’ll cover everything you need to know to prepare for your journey. This webinar is exclusively for current FTA members. Once you RSVP, we’ll verify your membership and email you the webinar link as ...

Join Girls Who Hike FL and the Florida Trail Association Black Bear Chapter for a trail maintenance event at Rice Creek Conservation Area from November 21st - 23rd!   Our crew will be camping together - details will be provided upon registration.  ...

Arbuckle Family Fun Day @ 10:00am ET
by Heartland Chapter

See promotional flyer on Heartland's facebook page and on Heartland Meet-Up;  or contact us at hl@floridatrail.org

BACKPACKING 101 Overnight Trip in DuPuis WEA @ 1:00pm ET
by Big Cypress Chapter

The purpose of this trip is to give hikers an  opportunity to try out their gear on a real but “easy/moderate” backpacking overnight trip (about 2.5 miles each day).  Information is posted in Chapter Meetup page.  Please PM Activity Leader Lorraine from the meetup app.  You must arrive no later than 1PM at the meeting p...

See flyer attachment.  Set up for FTA kiosk at 8:30am.  Kiosk dismantling after Family Fun Day ends at 2pm. 

Join Girls Who Hike FL and the Florida Trail Association Black Bear Chapter for a trail maintenance event at Rice Creek Conservation Area from November 21st - 23rd!   Our crew will be camping together - details will be provided upon registration.  ...

Work with Heartland Chapter as we maintain the Florida National Scenic Trail - KICCO section! This is a multi-day event where we'll camp Sunday (11/23) - Wednesday (11/26) at the primitive campsite in the "Ghost" Town of KICCO. We'll work the 12 mi...

Join Girls Who Hike FL and the Florida Trail Association Black Bear Chapter for a trail maintenance event at Rice Creek Conservation Area from November 21st - 23rd!   Our crew will be camping together - details will be provided upon registration.  ...

Work with Heartland Chapter as we maintain the Florida National Scenic Trail - KICCO section! This is a multi-day event where we'll camp Sunday (11/23) - Wednesday (11/26) at the "Ghost" Town of KICCO's primitive campsite. We'll work the 12 miles of...

Performed routine trail maintenance to include mowing and lopping from Wise Creek to Live Oak Branch in the Catface section.

Work with Heartland Chapter as we maintain the Florida National Scenic Trail - KICCO section! This is a multi-day event where we'll camp Sunday (11/23) - Wednesday (11/26) at the "Ghost" Town of KICCO's primitive campsite. We'll work the 12 miles of...

Help Heartland Chapter maintain the Florida National Scenic Trail - KICCO section! This is a multi-day event where we'll camp Sunday (11/23) - Wednesday (11/26) at the "Ghost" Town of KICCO's primitive campsite. We'll work the 12 miles of trail star...