September 30, 2008 Community Meeting - Julington Creek. 2477 Bishop Estates Road, 7:00 p.m. Public welcome. The North Florida Land Trust is organizing a “Community Meeting” for Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at 2177 Bishop Estates Road in Julington Creek to discuss possible uses of the riverfront lots located there. The North Florida Land Trust has been in negotiations with the Bailey family for the past six months regarding two lots they currently own on Julington Creek, Bishop Estates Road. Discussions have included possible uses for the land that would benefit residents of St. Johns County. One of the potential uses is a kayak/crew facility that could support the high schools in St. Johns County, and provide a location for summer camp programming. This is an opportunity for you to help design a potential new park in your community. Volunteers are needed to serve on a fundraising committee to make this project a reality. If you are interested in the future use of this property or just want to learn more and provide some input, plan on attending. Please RSVP at 827-9870 or nfltoffice@bellsouth.net October 5, 2008, 11am-3pm Kayaking Tour sponsored by Kayak Amelia. Join the NFLT as we explore pristine waterways in northeast Florida with your guide Ray Hetchka. $75 includes kayak rental ($50-w/own kayak), guided tour, lunch and beverage included. Reserve now: Call Kayak Amelia at 904-251-0016, limited space available. 13030 Hecksher Drive, Jacksonville FL 32226. October 5, 2008 Bird Island Park event. Ponte Vedra Library. 12-3pm. Family activity day. NFLT will have booth. Free event. More details at: www.birdislandpark.org October 9, 2008 Conservation Opportunities for Agricultural Lands. The Conservation Trust for Florida, Inc. (CTF) and the North Florida Land Trust, Inc. (NFLT) are co-hosting a seminar for landowners, professionals, and interested citizens on the financial and tax benefits of conservation easements, other long-term planning tools such as life insurance, and updates on Farm Bill programs. Full day seminar at the Duval County Extension Office (1010 N McDuff Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32202). Call 352-466-1178 or email busy@conserveflorida.org for more details. http://www.conserveflorida.org. October 18 & 19, 2008 10am-6pm, Jacksonville Green Expo. Morocco Shrine Auditiorium. NFLT will have booth and conduct a Conservation Easement workshop during the event. For more info: http://www.jacksonvillegreenexpo.com October 25, 2008 9am-1pm. Trailblazing at Pescatello Island. Come join Florida School of Law students and the NFLT as we work to blaze a trail through the island. Need boats and volunteers. Launch from Palms Fish Camp, east side of Clapboard Creek. Need chain saws, lathes, and other clearing tools. Looking for two picnic tables to be donated to place on island. Call for details: 904-827-9870. October 27, 2008, 6pm, Community Meeting - Bartram Trail Library, 60 Davis Pond Blvd., Julington Creek. 6:00 p.m. Public welcome. The North Florida Land Trust is organizing a “Community Meeting” to discuss possible uses of the riverfront lots located there. The North Florida Land Trust has been in negotiations with the Bailey family for the past six months regarding two lots they currently own on Julington Creek, Bishop Estates Road. Discussions have included possible uses for the land that would benefit residents of St. Johns County. One of the potential uses is a kayak/crew facility that could support the high schools in St. Johns County, and provide a location for summer camp programming. This is an opportunity for you to help design a potential new park in your community. Volunteers are needed to serve on a fundraising committee to make this project a reality. If you are interested in the future use of this property or just want to learn more and provide some input, plan on attending. Please RSVP at 827-9870 or nfltoffice@bellsouth.net October 30, 2008 Legacy Luncheon. Marriott Southpoint, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Annual fund-raising luncheon with Mayor John Peyton as keynote speaker. Save the date. Details to follow. Sponsorships and table captains needed. Call 827-9870 or email nfltoffice@bellsouth.net for more details. November 6, 2008 9am-4pm, Florida Coastal School of Law "Water Wars" conference. NFLT will have booth. November 6, 2008 8:30 am Committee Meeting Painting the Region-The Bartram Trail, St. Johns County. Call 827-9870 or email nfltoffice@bellsouth.net for more details. Need help on planning committee. Committee meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 8:30 a.m., England-Thims & Miller, 14775 St. Augustine Rd., Jacksonville. November 8, 2008 10am-5pm, Family Art Fest - "Green" ECO Tent. NFLT will have booth, and will speak at 2pm, Saturday. For details: www.visitjacksonville.com/faf. 3947 Boulevard Center Drive), just past the Atlantic and Beach Boulevards fork, bordered by Beach Boulevard and Carmichael Avenue, Art Museum and Boulevard Center Drives. November 19, 2008 7:30 am, Guest Speaker, Arlington Council, Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce. O'Charley's Restaurant on Commerce Center Drive (behind Regency Square Mall) December 3-5, 2008 Public Lands Acquisition Conference, Hyatt Regency, Jacksonville, FL. NFLT will have a booth at event. December 6, 2008 5:30 pm, VIP Reception to watch "Christmas on the Creek" Boat Parade of Lights. Bishop Estates Road., Julington Creek, FL. Call for more details: 904-827-9870 or email: nfltoffice@bellsouth.net. TBA. Mountain/Off-road Bicycle Tour of Pumpkin Hill Properties. Join us as we educate you on recent and targeted acquisitions planned. Stops at Pumpkin Hill, Tiger Point, Bogey Creek Landing and more. Learn about archeology digs in the area. Try out kayaking on the point. Call for details. 827-9870. January 17, 2009 VIP Charity Dinner North Florida Hunter-Jumper Show Clay County Fairgrounds, 5:45 p.m. Featuring Chuck Leavell from The Rolling Stones, speaking on behalf of land conservation efforts in North Florida. Save the date. Details to follow. March 23-28, 2009 Save the Date!!! Painting the Region-The Bartram Trail, St. Johns County. Artists by Invitation Only. Public welcome for acquisitions and viewing and events. Call 827-9870 or email nfltoffice@bellsouth.net for more details. Need help on planning committee. Committee meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 8:30 a.m., England-Thims & Miller, 14775 St. Augustine Rd., Jacksonville. |
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