RSVP encouraged but not required.
WHAT TO BRING
Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Bring water, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, and hat.
WHEN
Thursday, October 27th, 2022
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
WHERE
The trailhead is located on NW 69th Avenue in Gainesville, FL and can be accessed by foot or bicycle. There is no parking at the trailhead. Parking is available on the shoulders of NW 71st Street.
The road to the preserve (NW 69th Avenue), says “Private Drive”, but the road is open to the public and you can walk or bike down the road to access the trailhead.
ABOUT THE PRESERVE
Located in a fast developing part of the community, this land contains a large percentage of the floodplain and drainage basin for Blues Creek and its tributaries, which crisscross the site. The ravine features of Blues Creek are steeply incised stream banks that create a dramatic setting and unique seepage slopes.
The site has existed in its current state, with very little human activity onsite, for many decades. There has been no tree harvesting since at least the early 1980s. Within the 160-acres of Blues Creek Ravine there are no site improvements and this habitat is an almost pristine example of a North Florida upland habitat.
Blues Creek Ravine Preserve contains a number of important plant species such as the threatened crane-fly orchid and southern lady fern. The site also provides excellent habitat for several state-listed species. The planned management activities are intended to safeguard the ecological integrity of the site and enhance conditions for maintaining biological diversity of both flora and fauna.
ACCESS INFO
Blues Creek Ravine Preserve provides public trails for hiking, bicycling, and nature observation.
The trails are unpaved and in some places can be muddy, uneven, or wet.
Dogs are welcome as long as they remain on a leash.
The preserve closes at dark.
REGISTRATION
Contact Alachua Conservation Trust by email at info@alachuaconservationtrust.org to RSVP or for more information. RSVP encouraged but not required.
