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2009 Events
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February 21st |
Children’s Mardi Gras |
10-12 a.m. |
April 5th |
Easter Egg Hunt |
2-4 p.m. |
Apr. 18th |
Green Up Santa Rosa |
Morning |
May 16th* |
Twilight Ride |
6 p.m. |
| September 5th | Dog Walk | 6 p.m. |
September 12th |
Book Swap |
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
| October 3rd | Trail Migratory Bird Walk | 8 - 10 a.m. |
October 10th |
Bicycle Festival |
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
| October 17th | Century Ride | 8 a.m. |
| October 30th | Children's Halloween Festival | 2 - 6 p.m. |
December |
Board Christmas Party |
TBA |
* Date subject to change
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Annual Dog Walk -
September 5 (6-7 p.m.)
The Blackwater Heritage State Trail will host its annual Fall Dog Walk on the Blackwater Heritage Trail in Milton on Saturday, Sept. 5 from 6 to 7 pm. The walk typically traverses about 1 mile of the trail at a leisurely pace. All participating dogs must be licensed and on a six foot leash. It is highly recommended to bring water for yourself and your dog. The walk will begin from the Trail visitor’s center located at 5533 Alabama St. next to the Milton Library.
For more information, call Brett Williams at 850-758-5305
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Trail Book Swap -
September 12 (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
The Blackwater Heritage Trail Citizen Support Organization invites the public to participate in a Free Book Swap scheduled for Saturday, September 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Trail Visitor Center next to the Milton Library on Alabama St. Bring books, take books…no limit. Fun and promotes reading at all ages.
The Blackwater Heritage State Trail is officially designated as part of Florida’s Statewide System of Greenways and Trails. The trail is the westernmost rail to trail in the state, extending from Milton to Whiting Field Naval Air Station. Managed by the Department of Environmental Protection Office of Greenways and Trails, it also connects the Military Trail, which is managed by the Department of the Navy. Blackwater Heritage Trail, Inc. is a Florida non-profit organization serving as the Citizen Support Organization for the Blackwater Heritage State Trail.
For more information, call Phyllis Garrett at 850-626-0009 or 983-5338
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Trail Migratory Bird Walk -
October 3 (8 - 10 a.m.)
The Blackwater Heritage Trail, in cooperation with the local chapter of the Francis Weston Audubon Society, invites the public to a Trail Migratory Bird Walk scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd from 8 to 10 a.m. The walk will start from the parking lot located at Munson Hwy / County Rd 191 north of Milton where the trail crosses the highway. To reach the parking lot, turn East on Oliver St. off of Stewart St./ State Highway 87 in Milton and stay straight. Oliver St. turns into County Rd. 191. Autumn migration has arrived, so join us in a fun and educational walk down the trail to view the recent arrival of birds heading South for the winter! Please bring your own water and binoculars if you have them.
For more information, call Justin Jones at 805-982-9224 or by e-mail at jjones@tnc.org
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4th Annual Blackwater Bicycle Festival -
October 10 (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
Get ready all you cycle enthusiasts and those who enjoy bicycles! The Fourth Annual Blackwater Bicycle Festival will take place October 10 -- the 2nd Saturday in October -- from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Blackwater Heritage State Trail Visitor Center located at 5533 Alabama Street in Milton (next to the Milton Library).
There will be many cycles to see and opportunities to test ride. We encourage garage creations, unicycles, 4 wheel cycles, vintage, antiques, low riders, muscle bikes and more. Bring your cycle or creation and add to the fun! Trophies will be awarded for various categories. Kids should come out for the Bicycle Parade. Free door prizes will be given away all day long so be sure to sign in and get a ticket when you arrive. Chance drawing tickets for a bicycle giveaway can be purchased before the event at the Visitor's Center (and about town) and all day during the Festival.
For more information, call Trail Manager, Gerard Greco, at 983-5338
Click here to download the Bicycle Festival flyer!
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11th Annual Fenner McConnell - Matt Wentz Memorial Blackwater Heritage Century Ride -
October 17 (8 a.m.)
Enjoy a day of great cycling through quiet roads in and around the Blackwater River State Park. The ride starts on the Blackwater Heritage State Trail, a rais to trails project awarded best of Florida. Distances are 42, 62 and 102 miles. Well stocked rest stops, fantastic volunteers and beautiful scenery all combine for a memorable event! Registration includes pre-and post-ride food, event T-shirt, limited sag support, fully stocked rest stops, well marked/signed roads, and maps.
A portion of the proceeds from the ride will go to the Blackwater Heritage State Trail for continual improvement of our trail.
For more information and to register, visit the event website at www.fennerride.com or email realrandybullock@yahoo.com
Click here to download the Century Ride route map!
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Children's Halloween Festival -
October 31 (2 - 6 p.m.)
The Blackwater Heritage State Trail's 1st Annual Children’s Halloween Festival on October 31, 2009 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the trail Visitor Center, 5533 Alabama St in Milton (next to the public library). Festive activities for kids will include pumpkin carving (bring your own), a trick-or-treat scavenger hunt, a dance contest, story time, prize-filled holiday games, and much more. Please dress up and join us for safe and friendly Halloween fun for the whole family. Admission to the festival is one canned food donation per person to go to local food banks.
For more information, call Phyllis Garrett at 850-626-0009 or by e-mail at gypsy2u@hotmail.com, or Claire Potter at pottercb@bellsouth.net.
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The Blackwater Heritage State Trail is officially designated as part of Florida’s Statewide System of Greenways and Trails. The trail is the westernmost rail to trail in the state, extending from Milton to Whiting Field Naval Air Station. Managed by the Department of Environmental Protection Office of Greenways and Trails, it also connects the Military Trail, which is managed by the Department of the Navy. Blackwater Heritage Trail, Inc. is a Florida non-profit organization serving as the Citizen Support Organization for the Blackwater Heritage State Trail.
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