- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
National Public Lands Day
ORGANIZATION: Colt Creek State Park
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Hontoon Island State Park! We will be meeting outside of the ranger station and working to clean up our hiking trail. Volunteers will be removing storm debris, picking up trash, and clearing pathways on a the trail. The trail is 3 miles, however volunteers may choose to only work on a portion of the trail. Tools and work gloves will be provided. Please bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray and wear appropriate clothing and footwear you do not mind getting wet or dirty. Prizes and freebies will be awarded to those who participate!
More opportunities with Colt Creek State Park
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Colt Creek State Park
Location:
16000 State Road 471, Lakeland, FL 33809, US
Mission Statement
To provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.
Description
Colt Creek State Park is a 5,067 acre piece of land that provides opportunities for hiking, kayaking, camping, fishing, and picnicking. The park opened to the public in 2007 and boasts 15 miles of multi-use trails, 3 lakes, 3 natural flowing creeks, 34 campsites, and primitive equestrian, group, and hike-in camping. Located in the Green Swamp Region in Lakeland, FL the water of Colt Creek flow into 4 major rivers: Hillsborough, Ocklawaha, Peace, and Withlacoochee. The park is also home to a diverse variety of wildlife including American Alligator, Whitetail Deer, Bobcat, Sherman Fox Squirrel, Gopher Tortoise, and over 150 species of birds and 74 species of butterflies.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Hontoon Island State Park2309 River Ridge RoadDeland, FL 32720
DATE POSTED
August 29, 2018
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- 2 hours
- Must be able to traverse uneven terrain independently or with assistance