STEVEN J. FOUSEK PRESERVE – Paleo, Hackberry & Teague Hammocks

PUBLIC – FAST PACE – MODERATE DIFFICULTY – 10ish miles

POST TURKEY DAY HIKE – It is an hour drive from PGA, so we will start promptly at 9:00 am to give folks a chance to drive up!!
This beautiful preserve is comprised of 494 acres and is owned by St. Lucie County. There are actually 3 preserves: Paleo, Hackberry and Teague. You will see a variety of habitats including a Hammock with some very old Hickory, Florida Elm, Sugarberry, Live Oak, Laurel Oak, Depression Marsh and basin swamp. Commonly seen wildlife include: Deer, turkey, ibis, heron, barred owl, cardinal, mockingbird, catbird and flycatcher! Part of the hike will be on the one mile interpretive trail that goes through a very old forest of elms, oaks and palms. An elevated observation deck overlooks the marsh.
Please bring 2 liters of water (4 16oz bottles), snacks/lunch, insect repellant, sunscreen and a hat!
Parking is limited here so I am limiting this hike to 25. Please car pool if possible. PLEASE, IF YOU SIGN UP CONTINUE TO MONITOR YOUR “GOING RESPONSE” AND CHANGE TO “NOT GOING” AS SOON AS YOU KNOW. THIS HIKE IS LIMITED SO YOU WILL BE DEPRIVING SOMEONE ELSE OF A SPOT IF YOU DON’T SHOW UP! BE CONSIDERATE!!!

TOM ROWLANDS – 518-368-7515
WALTER AHERN