Coming Events

November Paddle

Brenda Anderson is leading the NCR paddle 

Date: Thursday Nov. 5th

Location:  Waccasassa  River / SE County Road 326, Inglis, FL.  

Arrival time is 9:30, with boats launching by 10:00.

Launch at the Waccasassa Park Boat Ramp. 

Directions: Take Highway 19 north to SE County Rd 326 (at the blinking light), turn left (west).  The launch ramp is located at the end of the road, about four miles.

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wzuy92z37Hw8TqDr8.

Description: We'll paddle upstream on the Waccasassa to the fork of the Wekiva and follow that upstream for a few miles until we run out of water. Then we'll turn around and head back.  Depending on how far we get up the Wekiva, how much time we have, and how paddlers feel, we can turn upstream at the fork of the Waccasassa and paddle up it a ways and then return to the launch ramp. There are also a couple of side creeks along the way that we can explore.  This is a beautiful paddle through cypress swamps and although tidal, very little current until you get way upstream.

A few paddling reminders:

Most paddles suit intermediate kayakers who can handle 3 - 6 miles over 2–3 hours, sometimes in windy and choppy water. A Touring kayak is most suitable. If you have concerns, contact the paddle event leader before arriving that morning. 

Stay with the group: Let the leader lead!   If you must depart before the paddle ends, let the Leader or Sweep know.  

Please!!!  Don't enter the water before the Leader gives the ok at the pre-launch meeting. Don't crowd the launch area and be courteous to other boats.

A First Aid kit and a tow rope are also recommended.    

Lunch: Blackwater Restaurant 6301 Riverside Dr, Yankeetown, FL 34498

Unfortunately, there is no place close for lunch after the paddle so you might want to bring a snack unless you plan to join the group at Blackwater Restaurant.

Please RSVP if you are coming by emailing BrendaKayaker@Hotmail.com or texting 239-699-1867.

NOTE!  If you are ill, have respiratory symptoms, or have a medical condition that might put you or others at risk or prevent you from staying with the group, please don't participate in this activity.   Hopefully, you can join us when you have recovered. 

November Bike

Ben Berauer and Alan Gale will lead the November NCR bicycle ride

Date:  Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Veterans Day

 Time:  We will meet at 9:00 AM, to begin the ride by 9:15 AM

 Location:  The General James A Van Fleet State Trail, Mabel Trailhead at 7981 County Road 772, Webster, FL 33597. (GPS:  N 28.5776 / W -81.9768)

For information on this trail, check this link: https://www.floridastateparks.org/learn/cycling-van-fleet-state-trail

 Directions:   There are two entrances off SR50 to the trailhead: CR 773 and SE 121st Ave.  SE 121st Ave is unpaved and has ruts. CR 773, a short distance west of SE 121st Ave, is smoother.

 Description:  This will be a leisurely ride from Mabel Trailhead to the Bay Lake Trailhead Parking Area, approximately 9 miles one way, for an approximately 18-mile round trip.  It is a paved trail which is mostly flat, mostly straight, and mostly shaded. Bathrooms are available at both ends.

Lunch option:  We will lunch at one of the available options along SR 50 in Ridge Manor.

 RSVP with Ben Berauer via email (bfberauer@aol.com) or text (727-217-5971). (PLEASE include your cell phone number if you email.)

 A few biking reminders:

 Please remember that despite our efforts to keep everyone safe, our events involve physical exertion that is not without risk. Check your bike tires for proper inflation, a bell or whistle, and helmets are recommended.  Carry adequate fluids to keep yourself hydrated, sunscreen, and/or a hat and insect repellent. You might consider a little first aid kit and/or tool kit.  Stay with the group, and if you must depart before the end of the bike trip, let the Leader know.

 While riding on the trail, stay to the right and announce yourself when passing others on the left.

 NOTE!    If you are not feeling well ...  If you are ill or have a medical condition that might put you or others at risk, please don't participate in this activity.   Hopefully, you can join us when you have recovered. 

November Hike

Ben Berauer is leading the November hike in the Withlacoochee State Forest.

RSVP if you plan to attend: Email bfberauer@aol.com, or call or text at 727-217-5971.

Date: Monday, Nov. 16th, 2026

Location and Directions: Annutteliga Hammock trailhead, Citrus Tract of the Withlacoochee

State Forest (28.72004279432214, -82.49401083970315). You can Google Annutteliga

Hammock Trailhead to get directions. This is just south of the Citrus | Hernando County line.

The trailhead has no address, but is 1.3 miles south of the intersection of CR 480 (W Oak Park

Blvd / W Stage Coach Trail) and CR 491 (Lecanto Hwy / Citrus Way). Yes, both roads change

names at that intersection! It is 0.2 miles south past the Hebron Church on the left, so be ready

to turn once you see the church. Coming from the south, you would cross US 98 / Ponce De

Leon Blvd at the roundabout at Citrus Way, and go north 2.1 miles.

Time: Meet in the parking area by 9:00 am for a hiking start at 9:15 am.

Description: This FTA trail has been mowed and marked and is in good condition. This will be

a loop hike. The Annutteliga Hammock trail is an FTA loop trail, with a central cross-trail. We

will start it by doing the southern loop, going clockwise. At three miles, we get to the cross trail

where you can go back to the trailhead and finish with 3.6 miles, or you can continue the outer

loop and finish at 4.5 miles. Participants will have their choice since we can do either once we

get to that point in the hike. We could even have a group do the short hike, while those who

wish can continue on to do the slightly longer hike. We should be done by Noon-ish

Please remember to wear your name tags; they help us put a face to the name...

****There is archery hunting in the Citrus Tract of the Withlacoochee SF at this time, so it

Ben will have some orange vests and hats to lend to participants.

Lunch: There is no restaurant anywhere close to this trailhead. So participants may choose

which friends are going home in their direction and choose where to eat.

A few hiking reminders:

Please remember that despite our efforts to keep everyone safe, our events involve physical

exertion that carries risk. Remember to bring adequate fluids to keep yourself hydrated,

sunscreen and/or a hat, insect repellent, and a little first aid kit. Wear sturdy shoes and consider

a walking stick. Stay with the group, and if you must depart before the end of the hike, let the

Leader know.

NOTE! If you are ill, have respiratory symptoms, or have a medical condition that might

put you or others at risk or prevent you from staying with the group, please don't

participate in this activity. Hopefully, you can join us when you have recovered.

Decemmber Paddle

December Bike

December Hike

Adopt-a-Road

Cleanup