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OUTINGS 2008 To enjoy, educate & protect the natural environment "Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves". "Keep close to Nature's heart ..and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean." John Muir |
Suncoast Group Outings: [A voluntary $2.00 member/$5.00 non-member contribution appreciated.] Most outings are geared for novices: all are open to the public on a space available basis.
Outings Liability Waiver: In order to participate in Sierra Club outings, you will need to sign a liability waiver. To read a copy of the waiver prior to the outing, download the form here. Florida Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST37115
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OUTINGS
August
Aug 30 Venetian Parkway Walk/Swim-Casperson Beach. 7 a.m. 4 miles; must wear sturdy shoes, bring water, sunscreen, breakfast snack. Reserve with Sally at 941-484-4113 (Manatee-Sarasota)
Chassahowitzka May 2008 |
Weeki Wachi May 2008 |
Pinellas Bike Ride March 2008 |
September
Sept 7 Spoil Island Cleanup. (Sunday) 9-11am: Celebrate the end of summer by cleaning up two islands for our feathered friends and other animals. Men, women and older children are encouraged to help. Participants must bring own kayak or canoe. no cost. Sue Brandon, brandon11@earthlink.net , 813-622-1800. (Suncoast)
Sep 13 Hillsborough River Canoe/Kayak trip. Meet early in the morning for an easy 5 hour paddling trip weather permitting. Learn about the abundant wildlife along the river. Rentals available, limited to a total of six boats. Leader Rudy Scheffer, 727-726-8375 or e-mail: rudy@adventuresworldwide.com (Suncoast)
Sept. 14-19 `Clair Tappaan Lodge, Sierra Nevada Range in California, near Lake Tahoe. Sierra Club volunteers built the lodge back in the 1930s for us Sierrans to enjoy. For the six days five nights with room, board and trail guide the price will be around $500. Our hikes start at 7,000 feet elevation. We’ll hike each day for 3 to 5 hours at a moderate pace with breaks to view the flowers and trees, incredible mountain vistas and have lunch at the peak. The lodge provides family style meals, trail guides, library and bunk style sleeping (bring your own bedding). The size of our group is limited, so get your reservations in early. Very reasonably priced for a breath of fresh air after a summer of swelter. Reno, Nev., is about 45 minutes away. Leave a message with Sharon Guy at 941-321-1218 or Frank Milko at 941-504-2665. Or e-mail shguy2003@yahoo.com. For more info visit sierraclub.org/outings/lodges/ctl or search for Clair Tappaan Lodge (Manatee-Sarasota)
Sept 21 Morning bike ride. We will ride on the Pinellas Trail from Curlew up to Tarpon Springs for a Greek meal by the sponge docks. Learn about the Pinellas Trail, a linear park stretching almost the length of Pinellas. An easy ride of about 18 miles. Leader Ben Berauer, 727-392-2821 or bfberauer@aol.com (Suncoast)
Sept 27-28 Chassahowitzka paddle and public lands day service outing. Join us for a weekend of camaraderie and paddling on the spring fed Chassahowitzka River and its creeks. Public Lands Day is a Sierra Cluub volunteer endeavor that highlights how much Americans care about the perpetuity and well being of their wild places and open spaces. You can join us for Saturday or Sunday, or both. Overnight accommodations include options for sharing a cottage, camping, or the hotel in town. Those staying for both days can join in a pot luck on Saturday night. On the river we will discover the wildlife and other natural beauty this river have to offer, while doing a little litter pickup to support Public Lands Day. There should be plenty of bird life, fish, blue crabs, the possibility of otters, manatee, and even the possibility of a dolphin coming up river. Canoe and kayak rentals available, or bring your own canoe or kayak. We will explore the river, its springs and side creeks that feed them. The paddling will be on tree-lined spring fed waters with a mix of sun and shade. Leader: Ben Berauer, 727-392-2821, bfberauer@aol.com (Suncoast)
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October
Oct 04 Sunset sea kayak trip to Caladesi Island State Park. Moderate 2 hour paddle to observe the sunset. Bring snacks and drinks. Learn about the history, birds and other wildlife on the Island. Afterwards optional dinner at a local restaurant. Leader: Rudy Scheffer, 727-726-8375 or e-mail: rudy@adventuresworldwide.com (Suncoast)
Oct 11-12 Fisheating Creek camping paddle (Palmdale- north of LaBelle). Strenuous paddle for the experienced paddler that wants to experience a true wilderness experience. This is one of the most pristine areas through which to paddle in SW Florida. Cypress trees that overhang this creek provide partial shade. You can jump in the shallow water along the way to cool down, but we will also see many gators! We will paddle up-stream, primitive camp along the river Saturday night, and paddle back on Sunday. Limited to 6 participants. Leader Ben Berauer, 727-392-2821 or bfberauer@aol.com (Suncoast)
Oct 19 Bicycle Bash by the Bay bicycle ride. Come down to the festival at the Vinoy in St. Pete and join us in a ride celebrating bicycling as a source of exercise and transportation. You can join us at the Sierra Club booth if you want to volunteer a bit. Participants of the festival can learn bicycling tips, and riders will learn that urban bicycling is fun. Leader Ben Berauer, 727-392-2821 or bfberauer@aol.com (Suncoast)
Oct 31 Women's Weeki Wachee Kayak Trip. (Friday) Join our annual Halloween paddle down this beautiful crystal clear river where fish, playful otters and ghostly manatees will keep us company. We will explore some of the problems caused by the rapid development of this area. Cost about $35 to rent kayaks. Please reserve a spot at least a week in advance. Sue Brandon, brandon11@earthlink.net ,, 813-622-1800. (Suncoast)
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On the Chassahowitzka |
Shell Key Cruise-fundraiser |
Brooker Creek Exploratory Paddle |
November
Nov 8-9 Backpack to Bee Island in Myakka River State Park. Discover and explore a Florida grassland prairie park and learn how it is being restored. We camp under large old oaks and hike through varied habitat. The hike includes an 11 mile loop trail in two days. Leader: Ben Berauer, 727-392-2821, bfberauer@aol.com (Suncoast)
Nov 23 Spoil Island Cleanup. (Sunday) 9-11am: Show your thanks to nature by cleaning up two spoil islands we have adopted in an effort to make them a better place for birds and other wildlife. Participants must bring own kayak or canoe. no cost. Sue Brandon, brandon11@earthlink.net , 813-622-1800. (Suncoast)
December
Dec 12 Women's Little Manatee River Kayak Trip. (Friday) Designated an "Outstanding Florida Waterway", the Little Manatee River has one of the highest levels of water quality in the state. Join us as we paddle through the 2,200 acre Little Manatee River state park and learn more about this great natural resource. Sue Brandon, brandon11@earthlink.net , 813-622-1800. (Suncoast)
