Circuit Leaders: Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

This circuit will start in Pensacola, FL early in November and will continue down the Gulf Coast side of Florida. After spending Christmas and New Years Eve near Brandon and Punta Gorda, the circuit will continue around the tip of Florida and up the central area and east coast of Florida. Activities will include hiking, biking, kayaking and of course sightseeing.

The number of participants will need to be limited to approximately 12 due to the size of the locations. A second group can start a week behind if there is enough interest. It will also need a circuit leader.
It is strongly recommended that you have an Elks and Moose membership as some of the lodges require membership to stay there. There are a few places that require reservations and they are noted. They will need to be made as soon as you confirm with the circuit leader availability to join.

Visit Fanning Springs State Park for snorkeling, swimming and/or a walk to take in nature and wildlife. Visit nearby Cedar Key. Lots of opportunities for kayaking.

Moose Lodge #325, 8231 NW 167Th Place, Fanning Springs, FL 32693

Use address or GPS coordinates. 8 RV Spaces, limited electric and water. Dry camping available. No dump or sewer.

N29.57327,W82.91078 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Kayaking at its best! Kayak on the beautiful Crystal River to access Three Sisters Spring, home to the largest population of manatees. Other kayak opportunities at Homosassa State Park, and the Rainbow River up to the Rainbow Springs State Park and Silver Springs. There are several bike paths, including the Withlacoochee Trail and the Suncoast Trail.

Moose Lodge #2112, 221 S Haid Terr, Lecanto, FL 34461

Use address or GPS coordinates. There is also an Elks Lodge and Moose Lodge in Homosassa that could be used for overflow.

N28.860068,W82.426034 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Visit Weeki Wachee State Park to kayak the Springs and visit the manatees at Hospital Hole. Relax and swim at SunWest Park. Bike the Suncoast Trail and the Pinellas Trail. Kayak at Tarpon Springs. Spend the day on the beach at Honeymoon Island State Park.

Elks Lodge #2520, 9135 Denton, Ave, Hudson, FL

Use address or GPS coordinates. Boondocking only. No facilities.

N28.39026,W82.66285 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Busch Gardens, Florida Aquarium, Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa Bay Brewing Company, Big Cat Rescue, Adventure Island Water Park, Hillsborough State Park, Historic Ybor City, Henry B. Plant Museum, near Tampa with lots of shopping and other things to do. Bike trails near Tampa and St. Petersburg. Visit Fort DeSoto. Celebrate Christmas

Elks Lodge, 820 Centennial Lodge Dr, Brandon, FL 33510

Use address or GPS coordinates. $20/day with 7th day free for E/W and wifi. Dump on site. Boondocking may be available at a lesser amount.

N27.941783,W82.271072 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Fleamaster flea market, Edison-Ford Museum, Manatee Park, Sanibel Island and Darling Wildlife Refuge (drive or bike).

Elks Lodge, 2163 Twin Brooks Rd, Fort Myers, FL Must be an Elk, dry camping only

Use address or GPS Coordinates. Dry Camping, donation.

N26.69676,W81.85733 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Biscayne National Park, Everglades, Coral Castle and airboat rides. Kayak at Key Largo, Bike on nearby trails. Visit the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens for free on the first Wednesday of the Month.

Homestead Moose Lodge, 15490 SW 288th St., Homestead, FL

Use address or GPS coordinates. Donation. 5 or 6 30AMP sites available.

N25.49926,W80.44194 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Golfing, Seminole Casino, Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail, boat rentals, airboat tours, kayaking, Arnold’s Wildlife and Rehabilitation Center

Moose Lodge 1753, 159 NW 36th St. Okeechobee, Fl.34972. 863-763-4954

N27.27925,W080.83056 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Elks Lodge #2658, 2290 SE Lennard Rd, Port St. Lucie, FL. $10 night, dry camping only, must be an Elk. No dump or water. Melbourne Elks can also be used, 4 spaces only with 120 volt/30 amp and water available at Building. No Dump, call for reservations at 321-768-1744. Members only 211 Nieman Ave. Melbourne, Fl. 32901-1273 GPS N28.105333,W80.625750

Use Address or GPS Coordinates. Dry Camping.

N27.272695,W80.285453 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Kayaking on the Chain of Lakes and biking on the Teco-Auburndate Trail.

Moose Lodge, 2305 Havendale Blvd NW, Winter Haven, FL

Use address or GPS coordinates. Some electric, water, and dump on site. Members only. 863-294-1727

N28.046347,W81.754806 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Venetian Gardens Park, Pacquettes Tractor Museum, Flat Island Preserve, Bourlay Historic Nature Park, Seminole State Forest, dancing in the VILLAGES, golfing, hiking, kayaking, fishing and biking.

Windy Acres, 1350 Miller Blvd. Fruitland Park, FL First come, approximately $10 to $30 a night. Host or Circuit Leader to verify cost and availability. 352-643-1638

Use address or GPS coordinates, 20 acres, no campfires, pets are welcome on leash, no dump station.

N28.86081,W81.93128 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Kayak Silver Springs, ride the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway, and visit the Ocala National Forrest.

Moose Lodge, 7165 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL. Host or circuit leader to verify space, availability and donation. 352-687-3744

Use address or GPS coordinates. Boondocking only. No facilities.

N29.12579,W82.03335 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Tube or kayak at the Itchetucknee Springs State Park and visit O Leno State Park, built in by the CCC in the mid 1930s. O Leno is also part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. There is a bike trail that connects these 2 state parks. Kayak on the Sante Fe River which has several springs, there are a couple of places where part of the river falls and travels underground until it rises. The Olustee Battlefield State Park, the site of Floridas largest Civil War battle is also nearby.

Moose Center #624, 624 NE Williams St, Lake City, FL. 32055, Phone (386) 755-4830

Use address or GPS coordinates. 23 sites with electric 30 amps and water, dump on site. Parking on grass, fairly level. $15/night. Fanning Springs Moose Lodge could serve as an alternate location.

N30.19246,W82.60326 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com

Visit Kingsley Plantation, the oldest(1790s) and best-preserved plantation site in Florida. Bike the Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail and walk the Jacksonville Beach Pier. Many hiking options such as the Timucuan Preserve and Talbot Island State Park. Drive to St. Augustine to tour the Castillo De San Marco Fort (built by the Spanish in the 1600s), the lighthouse, and the Fountain of Youth.

Elks 2605, 5920 Collins RD. Jacksonville, Fl. 32244-5802. 904-771-6732 Host or Circuit Leader to contact the Elks a couple of weeks prior to arriving to verify space and donations.

Orange Park Elks #2605, easy access to interstate 295. $20 per night, $30 a night for water and electric, all first come, Dump on premises. Members only

N30.203936,W81.737350 – Click on link to see Google Map

Heather Shaw, 937-545-9624, shaw45054@yahoo.com
Kathy Carson, 740-973-1518, Carson.kathy@gmail.com