Hello
fellow GCC members. Please note the
upcoming bicycle events at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State
Park:
- Trails work day,
Sat, Aug 11, 9 AM to noon: This month's work day will focus on
upgrading the horse trail creek crossing and preparing bicycle trails for
the upcoming Gone Riding event, as well as general trail maintenance, such as
pruning and clearing downed trees. All help is appreciated.
After the workday, lunch is provided. Bring small hand tools if you have them
(loppers, pruning shears, hand saws) and gloves, sunscreen, bug repellent,
water bottle, and good humor! Meet at the CSO building at park headquarters
(12720 NW 109th LN, Alachua, directions below).
- 8 Hours of Labor, Sat, Sep 2,
9:00 AM: This Gone Riding bicycle event has team and solo
opportunities, with options for both adults and children. For details, go to
http://goneriding.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=593&Itemid=292.
To volunteer, contact Dave Baggaley at baggers@cox.net.
Directions to CSO building:
From Gainesville: Go north on CR 241 and just after the I-75
overpass, turn right on NW 109th Lane. Go 1.1 miles on NW 109th Lane to a break
in a black 4 rail fence on the left (east) side of the road. At the official
state park sign, turn left. Drive past a horse paddock and pole barn to the
metal CSO building. From Alachua: Go
south on CR 241 until just before the I-75 overpass. Turn left on NW 109th Lane
and continue as above.
Hope to see you in the park!
Lee Ross
Friends of San Felasco
secretary