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Hiking Enjoy the beauty of west-central Florida at its best by hiking on miles of natural trails. District lands are open for hiking and related activities thatcanbeenjoyedonfoot,suchas nature study, bird watching, outdoor photography, jogging and backpacking. Most trails are located on old roadbeds and have a natural surface that changes constantly depending on weather and soil conditions. Hikers should expect trail conditions that may be seasonally wet, dry and sandy, or may even require fording shallow creeks. Trails are primarily multiuse and are also open for horseback riding and bicycling. Some lands have single-track, hiking-only trails or paved trails that provide unique hiking experiences. Check the individual tract profiles for specific details. The Florida National Scenic Trail, located in the Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve, is the premier hiking trail on District lands. This 35-mile, hiking-only trail provides opportunities for day hikes and multiple-day backpacking trips through over 110,000 acres of natural lands. Maintained by Florida Trail Association volunteers, information on the trail can be obtained by calling 1-877-HIKE-FLA. The 1,400-mile Florida Trail network winds through District landsonitswayfromtheBigCypress National Preserve in south Florida to Gulf Islands National Seashore near Pensacola. These single-tract, hikingonly trails provide great opportunities to see wildlife and enjoy a solitary experience in a natural setting. Whetheracasualvieweroranavid birder working on your life birding list, bird-watching opportunities abound on District lands. Sites with the best bird-watching opportunities are part of the Great Florida Birding Trail and are listed in the Recreation At-A-Glance matrix. Maps of the west coast portion ofthetrailcanbeobtainedfrom Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission offices. Best Opportunities • Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park — Hiking-only trail • Flatwoods Park (Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Park) — Paved trail and multiuse trails • Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve— Florida National Scenic Trail • Potts Preserve — Florida Trail • Starkey Wilderness Park — Paved trail and multiuse trails • Upper Hillsborough — Florida Trail • Weekiwachee Preserve — Paved and interpretative trail Recreation Guide to Southwest Florida Water Management District Lands 6
Hunting Over 131,000 acres of District lands are available for hunting as wildlife management areas managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Acquired to preserve and restore natural ecosystems, these lands also produce high-quality habitat for game species. Healthy and abundant populations of deer, turkey, hogs and small game thrive in these well-managed areas, and the District workscloselywiththeFWCtoprovidea variety of quality hunting opportunities to the public. From regular quota, small game and special opportunity huntstomobilityimpairedhunts, almost everyone can enjoy hunting on District lands. All lands open for hunting are listed in the Recreation At-A-Glancematrixattheendofthis guide. Information on hunting seasons and regulations can be obtained from the FWC web site (MyFWC.com) or through their regional offices. Best Opportunities • Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve — West Tract • Flying Eagle • Lake Panasoffkee • Upper Hillsborough Universal Access — ADA The District provides recreational opportunities for the mobility-impaired. Many of the lands listed in this guide have accessible facilities such as paved trails, boardwalks, fishing piers, picnic areas or restrooms that meet the standards established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The District also provides opportunities for mobility-impaired fishingandhuntinginsomeareas. To determine what areas provide universal access facilities, look for the symbol on the Recreation At-A-Glance matrix and individual tract profiles. Best Opportunities • Edward Medard Park and Reservoir • Flatwoods Park (Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Park) • Sawgrass Lake Park • Starkey Wilderness Preserve • Tampa Bypass Canal Parks • Weekiwachee Preserve Recreation Guide to Southwest Florida Water Management District Lands 7
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