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Paddling Trails of Natural North Florida





Paddling Trails of Natural North Florida

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  • Lamont Florida

    • Aucilla River Paddling Trail
      The Aucilla River flows 27 miles through Jefferson, Madison and Taylor Counties.The natural communities found on the Aucilla are Cypress swamps with hardwoods, which are teeming with wildlife. Wood ducks, otter, wild turkey, kingfisher, pileated woodpeckers, beaver, and song birds are common. People have been attracted to the Aucilla River for over 12,000 years. Indians fished and hunted along the river extensively and State archeologists have found a treasure trove of prehistoric records along its shores (note: it is illegal to remove artifacts from Aucilla).

  • Live Oak Florida

    • 3rd Annual Fall Paddle Florida Event
      Paddle 123 miles of the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail from the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park to Manatee Springs State Park. Experience paddling on one of Florida's most majestic rivers and camping riverside in parks and campgrounds in the Suwannee, Lafayette, Dixie, Gilchrist and Levy county region. In addition to paddling, hiking, camping and bird watching in Natural North Florida this paddling trip features nightly entertainment. After a day on the river and super under the oaks, paddlers can enjoy some of Florida's finest talent - from bluegrass and blues to Florida history and humor woven into songs, there is something for everyone. Don't be shy, bring your harmonica if you want to play by the campfire after the performance. For more information on the route, daily lunch and camping stops, meals, prices and to register, please visit www.paddleflorida.org or E-mail bill@paddleflorida.org.

  • Madison Florida

    • 4th Annual Spring Paddle Florida on the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
      Explore the Withlacoochee River to the Suwannee, 115 miles of scenic river trail winding through Madison, Hamilton and Suwannee counties. Join this Paddle Florida adventure for paddling, camping, history, music, campfires and camaraderie. To register and for more information please visit www.paddleflorida.org or E-mail bill@paddleflorida.org.

  • Mayo Florida

    • 4th Annual Fall Paddle Florida on the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
      The adventure begins at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park north of Live Oak and ends at Manatee Springs State Park near Chiefland with nightly river-side camping along the way. Enjoy paddling 123 miles on the scenic Suwanee River Wilderness Trail with camping riverside each night. For more information or to register visit www.paddleflorida.org or call 352-377-8342.

  • Trenton Florida

    • Pure Water Wilderness 3rd Annual Suwannee River Cleanup
      Pure Water Wilderness will be hosting its 3rd annual Suwannee River Clean-up on Saturday October 8th, 2011. There will be three areas to choose from: Hart Springs to Otter Springs; Otters Springs to the Suwannee Gables Hotel; and Suwannee Gables Hotel to Hinton Landing. All participants will meet at Hinton Landing for a free lunch after the clean-up. Last year's clean-up had 85 participants. Pure Water Wilderness will provide 15 canoes and kayaks, or you are welcome to bring your own. This is a FREE event! All participants will receive a free T-Shirt, and chances to win some cool door prizes. To register E-mail felisha@purewaterwilderness.com or call Donna at 352-463-3467.

  • White Springs Florida