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Save the Dates 2025:
The Fall season for the Nature Coast Ramblers is in full swing. Mark your calendars for our November and December outings! Details for each event will be sent out separately prior to the event as the Event Announcement becomes available, so check your email and/or Facebook as we get closer to each date for details.
https://sites.google.com/site/naturecoastramblers/home.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/149644361818569/ rambler's hikes bikes and kayaks (or search: Rambler's Hikes Bikes and Kayaks) The Facebook page is open only to members, and if interested, you can send a request to join.
NOVEMBER ACTIVITIES:
NCR Board Meeting: Wednesday, 11/5, at Coastal Region Library
Paddle: Thursday, 11/6, at the Chassahowitzka
Bike: Thursday, 11/13, Max Schulman at WST Cental Ridge Park
Hike: Sunday, 11/16, Robin Orlandi at Inglis Dam/Lake Rousseau
Road Cleanup: N/A
DECEMBER ACTIVITIES:
Paddle:
Bike:
Hike:
Road Cleanup:
Bonus Paddle:
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Event Coordinators:
Paddles - Holly Alexander halex352@gmail.com
Bike Rides - Ben Berauer bfberauer@aol.com
Hiking - Judy LePage raymandjudy@aol.com
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Nature Coast Ramblers 2025 Election Information:
The Nature Coast Ramblers Vice President - Cathy Proveaux, and Treasurer - Kent Barkhouse, will be retiring from their positions at the end of their terms, effective December 31, 2025.
An election will be held at the Annual December Membership Meeting. Those positions must be filled, so we are reaching out to all members to consider stepping up to fill these 2 vacancies. Interest in or nominations for either of these positions must be submitted no later than November 1, 2025.
This election will take place at the General Membership Meeting in December.
If you have any questions or are interested, please contact the officers listed below.
NCR Vice President
The Vice President's responsibilities include:
Assisting the President and filling in during an absence as needed
Assisting with meeting preparations and obtaining items as needed
For more information, you may contact Cathy Proveaux ,Vice President, by phone at (352) 563 7922 or via e-mail at cproveaux22@gmail.com.
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NCR Treasurer
The responsibilities of the Treasurer include maintaining records related to the following, and reporting to the Board of Directors and members:
Maintaining all financial books of accounts. Preparing Financial Statement including the Profit and Loss Statement and the Statement of Cash Flow, completion and filing of the IRS Code Form 990 and the Florida Nonprofit Annual Report.
Deposit all revenues received into the NCR Bank account and issue and prepare checks for expenses and reimbursements
Maintaining the Post Office Box to include the rental fee, and retrieving NCR mail.
Processing membership applications and annual renewals
Sending WELCOME LETTERS to new members.
For more information, you may contact Kent Barkhouse,Treasurer, via phone at
(860) 428-2339 or via e-mail at kbarkhouse@sisna.com.
Events
Events
November Events
November Paddle
Ben Berauer
will lead the November NCR paddle
Date: November 6, 2025 (rain date Friday, November 7)
Time: Meet at 8 am, and depart nlt 8:30 am (Sunrise is before 7 am!).
Location: Chassahowitzka River public boat ramp
Directions: The boat ramp is at the west end of Miss Maggie Drive (CR 480). From US-19 you turn west on Miss Maggie and go about 2 miles until the road bends right to the campground and boat ramp. The address is 8600 W Miss Maggie Drive, Homosassa, FL 34448. There is a parking fee of $5 for cars, $7 for trailers. Rentals are available, and participant is responsible for making reservations. Please call the Campground directly at 352-382-2200 for boat rental reservations.
Description: This will be a moderate paddle on an outgoing tide. Water levels for the paddle route should be adequate for any kayaking, and we will be returning just before the low tide. The paddle plan is to paddle down the upper river about 2.7 miles to where the Chassahowitzka Wildlife Refuge starts, and continue on past the mouths of Johnson and Crawford Creeks to Ryle Creek where we will circle Garden Island and then return the same way. Total paddle distance is about 8 miles round trip. If wind is a problem the paddle will stay on the upper river and explore the creeks (Crab, Baird, Salt, Potter, ...)
Please remember to wear your name tags; they help us put a face to the name.
A few paddling reminders: Most paddles are suitable for intermediate kayaking skills that can handle 3 - 6 miles over 2- 3 hours, in sometimes windy and choppy water. A Touring kayak is most suitable. If you have any concerns, contact the paddle event leader prior to arriving that morning.
Stay with the group: Let the leader lead! If you must depart before the end of the paddle 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.
Also recommended is a First Aid kit and a tow rope. Bring water, snacks, sunscreen and insect repellent.
Required safety gear: PFD and communication devices are required to have with you on your vessel (i.e.whistle, walkie-talkie, marine radio, cell phone) You are responsible for your own safety.
Lunch option: Grumpy Gators in Homosassa Springs
RSVP: Email Ben at bfberauer@aol.com, or via text at 727-217-5971.
NOTE! If you are ill, have respiratory symptoms, 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 Bike
Max Schulman is leading the NC Ramblers September bike ride.
Date: Thursday November 13th / Rain Date Friday November 14th
Location: Central Ridge District Park 6905 N Lecanto Hwy, Beverly Hills, FL 34465
Time to meet: 8 am; Ride start: 8:30 am
Please remember to wear your name tags; they help us put a face to the name.
Directions: (From Beverly Hills) Take Lecanto Highway. BEFORE the traffic light at Lecanto Hwy & US 41, TURN RIGHT into the Park. It is well marked.
Meet at the covered benches in front of the restrooms, by the RC Airplane field and the American Flag.
NOTE: Restrooms are available.
Description: This will be an easy 19.8-mile round trip pedal on the Withlacoochee State Trail and the Dunnellon Trail. We should be back at the park around 11:00.
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 hat, and insect repellent. You might consider a first-aid kit and/or a tool kit. Stay with the group. If you must depart before the end of the bike trip, let the leader know.
Trail Safety and Etiquette: Stay to the right except when passing.
Pass slower traffic on the left; yield to oncoming traffic when passing.
Give clear warning when passing (i.e. Passing on your left.)
Watch out for traffic at road crossings.
Lunch options: (1) Chicken King in Hernando; (2) Red’s (by the river); (3) Burger Station; (4) Sabina Diner
RSVP with a phone number and email to Max at m.schulman@citrustrails.org or 352 999-0993 by Tuesday 12 November, with your brunch preference.
NOTE! If you are ill, have respiratory symptoms, or have a medical condition that might put you or others at risk or unable to stay with the group, please don't participate in this activity. Hopefully, you can join us when you have recovered.
November Hike
NCR Board Meeting
Nature Coast Ramblers Board Meeting
Date: Wednesday November 6th
Time: 9:30am -11:30am
Location: Coastal Region Library 8619 W. Crystal Street,Crystal River, FL 34428
Agenda:
Planning for Dec. 6th Membership Meeting
Election for Vice President and Treasurer positions that expire on Dec.31st.
The Board Meeting is open to membership, but only the Board may vote on matters discussed. There will be limited space in the meeting room.
If interested in attending, please RSVP to ncramblers@gmail.com
December Events
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