Coming Events

October Paddle

Jill and Peggy Rummler are leading the Nature Coast Ramblers October Paddle.

Date: Monday Oct. 5th

Time 9:00 am launch

Location:  Lake Hernando 

Meet at the boat ramp/beach on Lake Hernando at 8:30 for a 9:00 am launch, paddle to the 2nd and maybe 3rd lakes, stop at Jill's community and get out and stretch.  A total of around 6 miles.

October Bike

Bob and Jan Bromley are leading the October Bike Ride in Ocala.

Date: Thursday October 15, 2026; Rain date Friday October 16, 2026

Location: Marjorie Harris Greenway - Cactus Jack Trail Rides Parking Lot, 11100 SW 16th Ave, Ocala, FL

Time: Meet at 8:45 AM prepared to ride at 9:00 AM

Directions (taken from MAPS GPS):

From the intersection of Rte 200 and Rte 484 travel east on Rte 484 for 9.5 mi.

Turn left onto SW 16th Ave and continue straight for 2.3 mi.

Turn left onto Florida National Scenic Trail and continue straight for 600’

Turn right into the parking lot for Cactus Jack Trail Rides

Continue through to the back parking lot where we will meet at 8:45 AM

Description: This will be a relaxed pace ride beginning at Cactus Jack Trail Rides parking lot and

continuing east to the Santos Trailhead and Campground. The trail is mostly shaded and flat in this

direction. We will pass by the Florida Horse Park on this ride. Total distance is approximately 12 miles.

For those wishing a longer ride, a trip to the Land Bridge over Rte 75 and/or beyond is a possibility once

returning to the starting point.

Lunch: Red’s Restaurant, 8411 N Carl G Rose Hwy (Rte. 200), Hernando, FL

RSVP: to Jan Bromley via email - kayakjan48@gmail.com.

     The leaders will notify those who have  RSVP’d if any changes or cancellations occur.

A few Biking Reminders:

Please remember to bring plenty of water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Always ride on the right,announce when passing, and be courteous to others. Anyone walking, skating or on a horse has the right of way.

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. 

October Hike

 Iris Hollis is leading the October Hike 

DATE:   Friday  Oct 23rd

LOCATION:  Whispering Pines Park -  Lets explore and discover about 3 miles

1700 Forest Drive, Inverness, FL 34453

TIME:  Meet at 8:30 to get organized and prepared

Learn at 8:45 why this park is special

Start moving at 9:00

DIRECTIONS:  The main entrance is on Forest Drive. Forest Drive is at the intersection

on SR 44 (Gulf to Lake Highway) and Pleasant Grove Rd. Travel north on Forest Drive for

about 1/10 mile and drive right into the park entrance. From the entrance drive 1/10 mile to stop sign. Here turn right and continue 2/10 mile to large parking lot. You can't

go and further. Restrooms are here too.

DESCRIPTION: This hike is 3.2 miles.  You'll enjoy a triple treat on this hike.

• The Perimeter Trail

• The Florida National Scenic Trail

• The Yellow Trail

This hike is through dense forest, sandy and gravel surfaces, uneven roots, and even a

few fallen tree trunks. Basically, consider this an easy hike. 

If you plan to hike, please RSVP:  Text Iris Hollis at 352-795-3662

November Paddle

November Bike

November Hike

Adopt-a-Road

Cleanup