Audubon Tours, Sundays at 3 pm in January and February, 2016

Audubon Tours, Every Sunday in January and February 2016 at 3pm

Join with the West Volusia Audubon Society on a wildlife tour of Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Preserve in Deleon Springs, FL every Sunday in January and February 2016 at 3 pm. Master Naturalist and author Roger Fulton will lead a nature tour exploring the refuge and its flora and fauna.  It is sponsored by the West Volusia Audubon Society and is free. All you have to do is sign up and show up at the Myacca Parking Area on Mud Lake Road in Deleon Springs, FL. Roger will have his 60 power scope for great views of the birds and other wildlife on the refuge. We will cover about 2 miles in about 1.5 hours of easy walking on flat trails. Reservations are appreciated. Heavy rain or lightning cancels. No open-toed shoes and water is recommended.

Questions or reservations: Contact Roger at www.RogerFulton.com or via email at Roger@RogerFulton.com.

  

First Day Hike, January 1st, 2016

• First Day Hike – Buncombe Hill Interpretive Trail, Daytona
  This 2 mile trail is just enough after a great New Year’s Eve party. By 3 pm you should have recovered. It’s at the end of Indian Lake Road in Daytona Beach off of Route 92. It winds through several habitats and goes down to the site of an old Turpentine Camp with great history. Much to see along the way. We’ll take our time on this 2 mile trek. But be prepared. No open toed shoes and long pants recommended. Perhaps bug spray and definitely water. Adults only and no dogs. Space is limited, so call or email for a reservation. Roger@RogerFulton.com or, afternoons or evenings, 386-956-6089. First come; first served.
  It's not easy to find so pay attention to the directions. And, it will cost you $2.00 per person, not to us, but to the state's "Iron Ranger" to use the site. Exact change required in the envelope. So arrive early for a picnic if you want and I'll be there by three pm to lead the hike.
  Directions: From I-95 take Exit 261 (Daytona Beach) and follow Route 92 west for about 4.2 miles. Turn right onto Indian Lake Road and follow it in for a couple of miles until the pavement ends. Sign in at the kiosk. Then follow the dirt road in another .9 miles to the Indian Lake Recreational Area. Pay your $2.00 per person use fee to the "iron ranger" and you are all set for the day. Enjoy a picnic if you want and I'll be there at 3 pm to lead the hike.
  
  
  
  
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Casual Bike Ride, December 30th, 3-5 pm, Beresford Park, Deland

Casual Bike Ride – Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 3-5 pm

Join us and others for an 8-10 mile casual ride at Lake Beresford Park starting in Deland, Florida and heading toward Blue Springs on one of the Spring-to-Spring trail routes. It is a paved, off-road trail. We will first do the 2 mile loop trail to be sure everyone is on board with equipment and conditioning. We run 8-10 miles per hour (D-C Class- no one left behind!) Then we will head for Blue Springs for about 2.8 miles. Expect a few very moderate hills. (Florida ain’t ALL flat.) A little rest and back to Beresford Park. A total of about 8-10 miles depending on the group. Helmets and water required. Adults only. Meet at Roger’s Jeep. There are restrooms and water at Beresford Park. May see a variety of wildlife along the way. Heavy rain or lightning cancels. Email me for a reservation at; Roger@RogerFulton.com

Casual Bike Ride, Wed, Dec 16th, 3-5:30 pm, Green Springs to Osteen and Return

• We have done the ride from Green Springs to 415, a distance of 5.7 miles. It's flat and straight. But we have been advised that it now goes over 415 and on into Osteen for another 2.5 miles or so. So let's do it all, down and back.
  It's one of the shortest days of the year and we should be back before dark, but bring a light, just in case. It is a down and back paved trail and any style of bike is good. Helmets required as always. Bring water. No one left behind! A total of 16.4 miles if you go all the way. If not, you can turn back at your leisure.
• Email or call for a reservation. (Required due to limited space). Email: Roger@RogerFulton.com or 386-956-6089 afternoons or evenings.

Address: Green Springs Park, 994 Enterprise Osteen Road, Enterprise, Florida

Sunday, Dec 13, 5 Mile Hike, 2 -5 pm, Clark Bay Conservation Area, Deland, FL

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  I have hiked this in the past and written it up. But this will be my first 'exploration' of it this year. It's flat, but uneven ground. We'll see what we find overall. Good boots, long pants and shirts and bug spray recommended. No open toed shoes. Bring water.
  We should have plenty of daylight unless something happens. So bring a light, just in case.
  Adults only, no dogs. Contact me for a reservation via email at: Roger@RogerFulton.com
  Other directions:
  From I-95 take Exit 261 and travel west on Rte. 92 toward DeLand for approximately 13.5 miles and turn right onto Kepler Road. Follow it .4 miles and turn right onto Old DeLand Road. Follow it for about 1.0 miles and turn left into the Clark Bay Conservation Area parking lot. (Yes, you will be backtracking a bit, but these are the easiest directions.)
  GPS reading:  Parking area:  N 29° 04.545’,  W 081° 14.980’

Book Signing - December 12, 10-2pm, Debary Hall in Debary, FL

Meet the authors at DeBary Hall

Event Date(s)

Begins: December 12, 2015 10:30 am
Ends: December 12, 2015 2:00 pm

DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd., will host a free “Meet the authors” event from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12. Five Central Florida authors will discuss, sign and sell their works in the site’s 19th century hunting lodge.

I will be there as well as 4 other local authors. For more details on who the authors will be go to: www.debaryhall.com

Flexible Bike Ride - Wed, Dec., 9 at 3 pm, Debary, FL

·         This is a part of the Spring-to-Spring trail system. All paved, wide and flat. We will start at the parking area on Dirksen Drive and Routes 17/92 in Debary, just down from the entrance to Gemini Springs Park - Not IN the park! From there we travel 2.7 miles to Lake Monroe and then back 2.7 miles. Depending on the group we may head for Green Springs Park after that. It's about 5 miles one way and then back to Dirksen. Max distance for the day might be 15.6 miles. Join us for part or all. Helmets required. Headlamps or head and tail lights recommended - just in case. And, of course, water is recommended. No one left behind! For a reservation contact me via email at: Roger@RogerFulton.com

Casual Bike Ride - Saturday, December 5, 2015, 3-5 pm

Casual Bike Ride – Saturday, December 5, 2015, 3-5 pm

Join us for an 8-10 mile casual ride at Lake Beresford Park starting in Deland, Florida and heading toward Blue Springs on one of the Spring-to-Spring trail routes. It is a paved, off-road trail with no cross roads. We will first do the 2 mile loop trail to be sure everyone is on board with equipment and conditioning. We run 8-10 miles per hour (D-C Class- no one left behind!) Then we will head for Blue Springs for about 2.8 miles. Expect a few very moderate hills. (Florida ain’t ALL flat.) A little rest and back to Beresford Park. A total of about 8-10 miles depending on the group. Helmets and water required. Adults only. Meet at Roger’s Jeep. There are restrooms and water at Beresford Park. May see a variety of wildlife along the way. Free but reservations are required.

Questions or to contact me for a reservation: www.RogerFulton.com or Roger@RogerFulton.com

Audubon Cruise December 2, 2015 at 3 pm

• Blue Heron River Cruise
  http://blueheronrivertours.com/
  
  Wednesday, December 2, 2015, the West Volusia Audubon is sponsoring one of its premier annual events, a St. Johns River tour with Blue Heron River Cruises, and you are invited. As a special treat, the boat is reserved completely for us and the conversation will lean to birding. It is on a first come; first served basis. As of this moment they have 22 signed up and the boat holds 40. So there is still room. The cost is $25.00 per person. It's short notice to get your money to Eli. But if you show up, and there is still room, you can pay on site. 
  Please arrive at Hontoon Landing Marina, 2317 River Ridge Road, DeLand, between 3:00 and 3:15 PM. The boat will depart at 3:30 PM and return at 5:30 PM, or a little later.
  Please do bring binoculars, cameras and any snacks and beverages.
  You are encouraged to RSVP to me as soon as possible and make your check payable to "West Volusia Audubon". Please mail it to:
  Eli Schaperow
  902 Sweetbrier Drive
  Deltona, Fl. 32725
  It is short notice so you can RSVP to me at Roger@RogerFulton.com here and we'll try to reserve a spot for you so you can pay on arrival. But it is on a first come; first served basis.

Casual Bike Ride - Saturday 11/28/15 3 pm

Casual Bike Ride – Saturday, November 28, 2015, 3-5 pm

Join us for an 8-10 mile casual ride at Lake Beresford Park starting in Deland, Florida and heading toward Blue Springs on one of the Spring-to-Spring trail routes. It is a paved, off-road trail with no cross roads. We will first do the 2 mile loop trail to be sure everyone is on board with equipment and conditioning. We run 8-10 miles per hour (D-C Class- no one left behind!) Then we will head for Blue Springs for about 2.8 miles. Expect a few very moderate hills. (Florida ain’t ALL flat.) A little rest and back to Beresford Park. A total of about 8-10 miles depending on the group. Helmets and water required. Adults only. Meet at Roger’s Jeep. There are restrooms and water at Beresford Park. May see a variety of wildlife along the way. 

Questions or just to review our outdoor books: www.RogerFulton.com or Roger@RogerFulton.com

Thanksgiving Day Nature Hike Nov 26th 3-5 pm

Thanksgiving Day Nature Hike, Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, November 26, 2015

Join Master Naturalist and author Roger Fulton on a 1.5 mile nature hike at 3 pm to explore the wildlife along the dikes of the wildlife refuge. We will explore the trails and see what nature is providing for us at this transitional time of year. Meet at the Myacca parking area at 3 pm. The tour will last until about 5 pm. Good footwear and no open toed shoes. Bring water. Dress for the weather. Heavy rain or lightning cancels. Adults only and no dogs allowed on the refuge. Walk off a few of those T’giving day calories. 

Space is limited so email me for a reservation at: Roger@RogerFulton.com.

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Casual Bike Ride November 25 @ 3:00 pm

Casual Bike Ride – Wednesday, November 25, 2015, 3-5 pm

Join us for an 8-10 mile casual ride at Lake Beresford Park starting in Deland, Florida and heading toward Blue Springs on one of the Spring-to-Spring trail routes. It is a paved, off-road trail. We will first do the 2 mile loop trail to be sure everyone is on board with equipment and conditioning. We run 8-10 miles per hour (D-C Class- no one left behind!) Then we will head for Blue Springs for about 2.8 miles. Expect a few very moderate hills. (Florida ain’t ALL flat.) A little rest and back to Beresford Park. A total of about 8-10 miles depending on the group. Helmets and water required. Adults only. Meet at Roger’s Jeep. There are restrooms and water at Beresford Park. May see a variety of wildlife along the way. Email for a reservation since space is limited. Roger@RogerFulton.com.

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Fall Hike Saturday, November 7, 2015 at Lime Hollow

Fall Nature Hike at Lime Hollow Nature Center: Join outdoor writer Roger Fulton on Saturday, November 7th at 3 pm at Lime Hollow Nature Center for a Fall Nature Hike. The leaves are gone and we will see how nature is coping with cooler temperatures and shorter days. We will cover about 2.0 miles of easy trails at a casual pace and we will be finished right about sunset a  little before 5:00. Meet at the Nature Center at: 338 McLean Rd., Cortland, NY 13045. There are no fees and there should be ample parking at the Center. Adults (16 and above) are welcome. No dogs on this segment of the refuge. Space is limited to a total of 12 members and guests and other groups are invited.
This will be my last posted hike in NY for the season. The next entries will be for Florida where we have lots of indoor and outdoor events scheduled.
Roger       www.RogerFulton.com

Fall Hike - Sunday Nov 1st

Join us. It's free. :-)

Fall Nature Hike at Lime Hollow Nature Center: Join outdoor writer Roger Fulton on Sunday, November 1st at 3 pm at Lime Hollow Nature Center for a Fall Nature Hike. The leaves are gone and we will see how nature is coping with cooler temperatures and shorter days. We will cover about 2.0 miles of easy trails at a casual pace and we will be finished right about sunset at 5:00. (check your clocks/phones to get there at the right time since Daylight Savings Time ends at 2 am.) Meet at the Nature Center at: 338 McLean Rd., Cortland, NY 13045. There are no fees and there should be ample parking at the Center. Adults (16 and above) are welcome. No dogs on this segment of the refuge. Space is limited to 8 members and guests. If you have questions or need more info contact Roger at: Roger@RogerFulton.com or call him at 386-956-6089, afternoons or evenings.

October Treks - At Lime Hollow

We have several Fall hikes scheduled this October. All are on Sundays at 3 pm at Lime Hollow Nature Center, 338 Mclean Road, in Cortland, NY. If you are a part of the groups we are leading, you can sign up for them at Meetup.org. If we have additional openings on any of them, we will open them up to others who may want to attend. All of the events are free, but space is very limited and confirmed reservations, either through the Meetup venues, or through me personally, are required to attend any of the events.

October 4th, 2015 - A Fall Foliage Hike for the Meetup group, The Syracuse Area Outdoor Adventure Group. A 2.5 mile easy hike. As of this posting there is only one opening left, but you can go on the Waitlist if you are a member.

October 11th, 2015 - A Fall Foliage Hike for a Meetup group of BabyBoomers out of Syracuse. Enrollment is pretty open for this group since there is a conflicting foliage train ride through the Adirondacks scheduled at the same time. So there MAY be openings if it doesn't fill up.Also 2.5 miles.

October 18th, 2015 - A Fall Hike - The initial spots are for the Members of the Lime Hollow Nature Center. But if it doesn't fill up, spaces may be available.  

October 25th, 2015 - A Fall Hike - We are awaiting clearance to conduct another hike, and if we get it, it will be open to anyone. just make a reservation through me to secure a spot.

Even if you don't get into any of these hikes, you can always go out on your own. Our books on Short Hikes in the Finger Lakes Region can  be found on my webpage at: www.RogerFulton.com

Best wishes for a GREAT Fall of outings1
Roger Fulton
Roger@RogerFulton.com

Nature Hike, Sunday Sept 13th 3:00 pm

I am convinced that the weather will clear this weekend by 3 pm on Sunday, September 13th, so I am inviting family and friends to a special outing at Lime Hollow Nature Center in Cortland, NY. Reservations are required, so be sure to contact me in advance. Burgers and beers may follow with a bonfire after dark. Space is very limited. Details below.

• Fall Nature Hike: Join me on Sunday, September 13th for a nature hike at Lime Hollow Nature Center for an early Fall nature hike. We will see how nature is coping with cooler temperatures and shorter days. We will cover about 1.5 miles of easy trails at a casual pace. Meet at the Nature Center at: 338 McLean Rd., Cortland, NY 13045 at 3 pm. There are no fees and there should be ample parking at the Center. Contact me for a reservation through:  www.RogerFulton.com, Roger@RogerFulton.com  or call me at 386-956-6089 afternoons or evenings if you need additional information or additional directions.
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Fall Nature Hike September 19, 2015

• Fall Nature Hike: If you are a member of the Meetup group, Syracuse Outdoor Adventure Club, you can join me on Saturday, September 19th for a nature hike at Lime Hollow Nature Center for an early Fall nature hike. We will see how nature is coping with cooler temperatures and shorter days. We will cover about 1.5 miles of easy trails at a casual pace. Meet at the Nature Center at: 338 McLean Rd., Cortland, NY 13045 at 3 pm. There are no fees and there should be ample parking at the Center. Contact Roger at www.RogerFulton.com or call him at 386-956-6089 afternoons or evenings if you need additional information or additional directions. Space is very limited. You must have a reservation through the group on Meetup, or contact me personally and I will try to fit you in.

Erie Canal Biking -East - Join us if you can

Detailed Summary of the Erie Canalway Bike Trail

Summer, 2015

Eastern Segment, August 16 - 20

I will be detailing our travels on the Erie Canalway Trail for a future book. We will be riding hybrid bikes at about 8-10 miles per hour with numerous rest and photo stops throughout our trip. Join or just meet us on any of our travels or stops on this Eastern segment.

Sunday, August 16^th, 2015 – Dewitt to Rome on the stone dust trails of the Old Erie Canal State Park. No fees. 40.3 miles. Join us for any part of it. We depart from Dewitt about 1 pm on that Sunday. Let us know if you will join/meet us.

Monday, August 17^th, 2015 – Rome to Herkimer. 30 miles with a boat ride on the Erie Canal at 3 pm. We will depart from The Beeches Inn, 7900 Turin Road, Rome, NY at 11 am. Let us know if you will be joining us and we will give you boat ride info so you can buy tickets.

Tuesday, August 18^th, 2015 – Herkimer to Palatine Bridge, NY.  Only about 20 miles. Depart from the Red Roof Inn, Herkimer between 10 and 11 o’clock. Let us know that you will be joining us so we don’t leave without you.

Wednesday, August 19^th, 2015 – Palatine Bridge to Schenectady, NY. About 25 miles. A nice evening in Schenectady. Join us for the ride or evening cocktails. Staying at The Stockade Inn, that evening.  Depart from the Palatine Motel, 203 W. Grand St., Palatine Bridge, NY at 11 am.

Thursday, August 20^th, 2015 – The last segment of our 400 mile Erie Canalway trek this summer. Schenectady to Albany. About 23 miles. We will depart from The Stockade Inn about 10:30 am. We end at the Corning Preserve in downtown Albany about 1 pm. Join us there if you can.

It’s a fun adventure and we would love to have you join us riding, meeting us along the way or even just providing us with a phone number in case we run into trouble along the way.

If you will join or meet us at any segment or location, please let us know in advance so we don’t miss you. Reply to Roger@RogerFulton.com

Thank you for your interest and support. See you “on the trail”.

Roger

www.Rogerfulton.com

Erie Canal Bike trek - 2015 - Join us!

This August my niece and I will be bicycling the Erie Canalway Trail across New York. It’s about 400 miles. We would like you and any friends to join us on the various segments of our journey. Ride a few miles with us, meet us at any given point or just be there with a phone number in case we need support.

I have attached the schedule of our “western segment” itinerary which starts August 1^st in Buffalo. The various segments include:

Saturday, August 1^st – Buffalo to Lockport

Sunday, August 2^nd – Lockport to Albion

Monday, August 3^rd – Albion to Western Rochester

Tuesday, August 4^th – Rochester to Newark

Wednesday, August5th – Newark to Weedsport

Thursday, August 6^th – Weedsport to Camillus

If you can join us in any way please drop me a note at: Roger@RogerFulton.com so we don’t miss you along the way. If you think you might be able to join us on this segment I can send you more detailed info on our stops and treks. There will also be more info about our trip on our Blog at: http://eriecanaltrek2015.blogspot.com/

Best wishes and hope you can join us at some point,

Roger

www.RogerFulton.com

Alpena, Michigan July 8th

By special invitation we presented our On The Trail course to the Association of Adult Learners in Alpena, Michigan on July 8th, 2015. Great group and the program seemed to be well received. It is the middle segment of our Safe in the Woods course and covers how to read trail markings, what to do in 'critter' encounters and other aspects of being "on the trail."
If you have any interest in a similar presentation for your group, please let us know. Obviously we will travel for the right incentives including travel and lodging. Michigan is a long way from Cortland, NY but it all worked out for a great trip.
I'm here at: www.RogerFulton.com or Roger@RogerFulton.com.
Roger

Sunday, July 5th, 2015 - An outing and a Picnic

Shorts Hikes - Labrador Hollow and Tinkers Falls - And a Picnic

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• Sunday, July 5, 2015

  3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
• Labrador Hollow Unique Area

  Route 91 and Labrador Crossroads Road, Apulia, NY,Apulia, NY (edit map)
• Join naturalist and author Roger Fulton on a couple of short and relatively easy nature hikes. We will initially meet at the Labrador Hollow Unique Area at 3 pm and take a .5 mile stroll along the flat composite boardwalk out into the unique ecological area adjacent to Labrador Pond. This area contains unique vegetation, and we will explain why.
  After that we will make our way on foot or by carpool up to the short Tinkers Falls Trail to a very pretty waterfall. That one is a little more demanding, but if you are in reasonable shape it should be no problem. Good footwear is recommended. Y'all might also bring some bug spray and water.
  Then we shall return to the Boardwalk area for a picnic dinner. Bring a sub and anything else you want for a self-contained picnic dinner with friends. We don't supply anything on this outing except some knowledge and friendship.
  Sorry, no dogs or young children on this outing. For a reservation contact Roger via email at: Roger@RogerFulton.com.
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Longest Day Hike - June 21st

• Sunday, July 21, 2015 – Longest Day hike
  Join me on the longest day of the summer on an evening nature hike at Lime Hollow Nature Center, just outside of Cortland, NY from 6-8 pm. Enjoy this rare evening hike as the wildlife heads for their safe havens for their nightly rest. The relatively easy trails will cover about 2.5 miles and will be a good way for Dad to walk off some of that great Father’s Day dinner. Meet at the Nature Center at 338 McLean Rd., Cortland, NY 13045 at 5:45. Good footwear, water and a good attitude are recommended. Heavy rain or thunderstorms cancel.
  Space is limited on this hike so you must make an advance reservation by contacting Roger at Roger@RogerFulton.com. Your friends are welcome as well. Just include them on your RSVP.
  Roger Fulton is a noted outdoor author of several regional hiking, biking and canoeing/kayaking guides for New York and Florida, including his signature book, Safe in the Woods. www.RogerFulton.com

Safe in the Woods Course

On Saturday, May 30^th 2015 author and naturalist Roger Fulton will offer a free 3 hour course titled Safe in the Woods at Lime Hollow Nature Center in Cortland, NY from 2 to 5 pm. The course will be based on his best-selling book, Safe in the Woods – Tips, Techniques and Advice for Safety and Survival. This free course is appropriate for adults 16 and above. In a series of 3 Powerpoint presentations, students will learn how to plan for an outing, how to dress, and what equipment to carry. It will also include advice on what to do if you encounter “critters” out there, from insects to bears. Although the planning and preparation for your outing should keep you out of trouble, there will also be tips on what to do when things go wrong from injuries to what to do if you lose the trail. The last ½ hour we will take a short walk on the Lime Hollow trails to practice what we have learned.

Although the seminar is free, you must make a reservation by contacting Roger Fulton via email at: Roger@RogerFulton.com or by calling him, afternoons or evenings at: 386-956-6089, because space is very limited for this seminar.

If you cannot attend this seminar, you can still get a copy of his book, online or at Lime Hollow Nature Center’s gift store, or take the Interactive course offered at:

http://getstartedoutdoors.com/product/safe-in-the-woods-interactive-course/

Contact information:

Roger Fulton

email: Roger@RogerFulton.com

Webpage: http://www.RogerFulton.com.

Upcoming events: http://rogerfultonoutdoors.blogspot.com/

In Search of Spring Wildflowers

Sunday , May 17, 2015 – In Search of Spring Wildflowers

Join naturalist and author Roger Fulton on a free 2 hour wildflower walk at Lime Hollow Nature Center, just outside of Cortland, NY from 3-5 pm. Meet at the Nature Center at: 338 McLean Rd., Cortland, NY 13045. Although the tour is free, you must make a reservation by contacting him via email at; Roger@RogerFulton.com or by calling him, afternoons or evenings at: 386-956-6089.

Roger Fulton is a noted outdoor author of several regional hiking, biking and canoeing/kayaking guides for NY and Florida. In addition he is the co-author of two NY wildflower books. You may check out all of his titles at:  www.RogerFulton.com or www.commonmanbooks.com.

Join him if you can.

Media contact: Roger Fulton, 386-956-6089, www.RogerFulton.com, Roger@RogerFulton.com

Join us Sunday, April 26th 3-5 pm

Sunday , April 26, 2015 – “What’s Up in Spring” tour – A 3.5 mile hike

Let’s see what is green and coming up after the snow has gone. Join naturalist and author Roger Fulton on a free tour at Lime Hollow Nature Center, just outside of Cortland, NY from 3-5 pm. Meet at the Nature Center at: 338 McLean Rd., Cortland, NY 13045. Contact Roger for a reservation at Roger@RogerFulton.com or call him, evenings at 386-956-6089.

Roger Fulton is a noted outdoor author of several regional hiking, biking and canoeing/kayaking guides for Northern NY and Florida. In addition he is the co-author of two NY wildflower books. You may check out all of his titles at:  www.RogerFulton.com or www.commonmanbooks.com.

Join him if you can.

Media contact: Roger Fulton, co-author, 386-956-6089, www.RogerFulton.com, Roger@RogerFulton.com

Free Seminar - Safe in the Woods - May 30, 2015

On Saturday, May 30^th 2015 author and naturalist Roger Fulton will offer a free 3 hour course titled Safe in the Woods at Lime Hollow Nature Center in Cortland, NY from 2 to 5 pm. The course will be based on his best-selling book, Safe in the Woods – Tips, Techniques and Advice for Safety and Survival. This free course is appropriate for adults 16 and above. In a series of 3 Powerpoint presentations, students will learn how to plan for an outing, how to dress, and what equipment to carry. It will also include advice on what to do if you encounter “critters” out there, from insects to bears. Although the planning and preparation for your outing should keep you out of trouble, there will also be tips on what to do when things go wrong from injuries to what to do if you lose the trail. The last ½ hour we will take a short walk on the Lime Hollow trails to practice what we have learned.

Although the seminar is free, you must make a reservation by contacting Roger Fulton via email at: Roger@RogerFulton.com or by calling him, afternoons or evenings at: 386-956-6089, because space is very limited for this seminar.

If you cannot attend this seminar, you can still get a copy of his book, online or at Lime Hollow Nature Center’s gift store, or take the Interactive course offered at www.RogerFulton.com under Training Programs.

Cancelled event 3/15/15

The 3/15/15 Bike ride has been cancelled!

Nature Bike Ride Sunday, March 15, 2015

Nature Bike Ride - Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge

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Roger Fulton Fun Coast 50+ Adventures

	Sunday, March 15, 2015 at 3:00 PM
	Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge Mud Lake Road Deleon Springs, FL Directions

 About a 6 mile ride on a coquina roadway. Should see lots of wildlife. A hybrid or mountain bike is best. Will be warm so bring plenty of water.

Meet at the Mayacca Parking area at 3 pm. 

Last Call to be "Safe in the Woods" this Winter

Safe in the woods

Event Date(s)

Begins: February 21, 2015 3:00 pm
Ends: February 21, 2015 4:00 pm

Roger Fulton, a Florida Master Naturalist and author of “Safe in the Woods,” will present “How to be safe in the woods.” He'll explain how to explore Florida’s natural areas safely, including how to read trail markings, what you need to be prepared to go out into the woods, and what to do if you get disoriented or lost. This program is free.

Meet in the Lyonia Environmental Center classroom, 2150 Eustace Ave., Deltona. Reservations are requested and may be made by calling 386-789-7207, ext. 21028.

Audubon Hikes - Every Sunday at 3 pm at Lake Woodruff NWR

The West Volusia Audubon Society sponsors me to lead a 90-minute nature tour with my 60 power scope every Sunday in February, weather permitting. These tours are free and open to the public.
We meet at 3 pm at the Myacca Parking area on Mud Lake Road in DeLeon Springs, FL. Arrive a bit early to explore the Visitors Center on Mud Lake Road before heading down to Myacca.

 If you need additional information or directions contact Roger Fulton at: Roger@RogerFulton.com or afternoons and evenings at: 386-956-6089. Also check out all of his books and activities at: www.RogerFulton.com. Reservations are appreciated.

Free Event - Safe in the Woods - DeBary Hall, debary, FL

'Safe in the Woods - Florida Edition'

Event Date(s)

Begins: February 7, 2015 2:00 pm
Ends: February 7, 2015 3:00 pm

Master Naturalist Roger Fulton will present "Safe in the Woods - Florida Edition" at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary.

 

Fulton, who has published numerous guide books on Florida's trails and other outdoor areas, will explain how to read trail markings, what to bring when you go into the woods, and what to do if you get lost.

 

After his presentation, he will sign and sell copies of his books.

 

His presentation is part of the Lemonade Lectures series, which is sponsored by the Enterprise Historical Conservancy and Volusia County. Light refreshments and lemonade will be served.

 

Reservations are not required. For more information, call Amber Patterson at 386-668-3840.

 

DeBary Hall Historic Site, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is owned by the state and managed by the county's Parks, Recreation and Culture Division. Tours of the 1871 hunting lodge are available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission prices are $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $2 for children ages 3 to 12, and free for children 2 and younger. 

 

For more information about DeBary Hall and other upcoming events, visit www.debaryhall.com.

New for 2015 - Safe in the Woods Interactive Course

Interactive Course: “Safe in the Woods”

New for 2015!

            Based on our best-selling book, Safe in the Woods – Tips, Techniques and Advice for Safety and Survival, this interactive course is appropriate for adults 16 and above. There is no time limit so students can work on it at their leisure. In 20 simple and easy-to-follow lesson plans students will learn how to plan for an outing, how to dress and what equipment to carry and what to do if they encounter “critters” out there in the woods. Although the planning and preparation for your outing should keep you out of trouble, there are tips on what to do when things go wrong from injuries, to what to do if you lose the trail. Upon signing up for the course you will receive a copy of the book, Safe in the Woods (a $20 value itself), a lesson plan log and directions on how to complete the course. All of that will be in hard copy as well as on a CD with three hours of Powerpoint review topics and information. Along the way I will personally be available to answer any questions you may have about any aspect of the course by email or phone. If you choose to take the Final Exam (optional) you can earn a Certificate of Completion which will be issued and sent to you by mail.

            The total cost for this interactive course is $50.00 per student. It includes all materials and all shipping charges. You can simply “Add it to Your Cart” online at: http://rogerfulton.com/programs.html  and register and pay with a credit card via PayPal.

            To register without a credit card, simply print out this form and submit it via mail with cash, check or money order to Roger Fulton, 19 Bellrose Ave., Cortland, NY 13045. Questions? Roger@RogerFulton.com or afternoons and evenings at 386-956-6089.

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Submit this completed form with your payment to: Roger Fulton, 19 Bellrose Avenue, Cortland, NY 13045. You should receive your course materials via mail within a few days.

Comments from previous students in our “Safe in the Woods” seminars:

            “Roger, Enjoyed the afternoon class. As an experienced outdoorsman I was amazed at the information I gathered at your course. Well done!”          J.A., New York

            “If you don’t own one of Roger’s books you are missing an invaluable resource!”   D.C., Florida

Casual Biking Green Springs Park January 28, 2015

Casual Biking - Green Springs Park to Rte. 415 - and beyond?

Fun Coast 50+ Adventures

Added by Roger Fulton

Wednesday, January 28, 2015
3:00 PM to 5 pm

Green Springs Park
994 Enterprise Rd
Deltona, FL

We have heard that the biking bridge over Rte 415 is finally open. But we don't know where it goes after that. So let's go find out! We will start at Green Springs Park and take the mostly flat and paved Spring-to-Spring trail about 5 miles or so to .the Route 415 bridge and possibly beyond. Plan on about 10 miles round trip. Make a reservation with Roger through www.RogerFulton.com or Roger@RogerFulton.com

Safe in th Woods Seminar - January 24th, 2015

If you cannot attend one of our in-person courses, we have an alternative “interactive course” you can take by mail and online. You get a copy of the book, Safe in the Woods, a CD with all of the Word and Powerpoint presentations on it, and complete directions on How to Complete the Course. With it you can option to take a final exam and receive a Certificate of Completion, just as if you had attended the class in person. You will just miss Roger’s smiling face. J.

To access the Interactive Course option go to:

http://rogerfulton.com/programs.html

If you have any questions about that program contact Roger at: Roger@RogerFulton.com

Casual hiking this Saturday, January 10, 2015

Nature Hikes at Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge

• Saturday, January 10, 2015

  3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

• Myacca Parking area

  Mud Lake Road, Deleon Springs, FL (edit map)
• Mud Lake Road turns to dirt. Follow it down past the railroad tracks and the Myacca Parking Lot is on the right. Then look for Roger's red Jeep. 
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  The loop hammock trails are no longer flooded and are wide open. We will incorporate them in a hike covering a little over 3 miles. (We have never done those on these hikes in the past.) It will be a casual pace stopping frequently to explore what we find. The terrain is flat and open. Wear good footwear and no open-toed shoes. We may encounter some areas of light mud, so don't wear those brand new, lily white sneakers you just bought!  Bring water. You may want to arrive a little bit early to tour the small Nature Center on Mud Lake Road before you head down to the hike site. No dogs. Questions? Contact me through this site or through www.RogerFulton.com.
  
  

The Flora and Fauna of the Galapagos Islands 7 pm 1/12/15 - Sanford, FL

At 7 pm on Monday 1/12/15 learn about the flora and fauna of Darwin fame! Florida Master Naturalist Roger Fulton has written several Florida outdoor books which will be available at this presentation. During this 90 minute Powerpoint presentation he will provide insight and photos of what he found on the Galapagos Islands 177 years after Charles Darwin visited the islands on the HMS Beagle in 1835. Darwin's theory of evolution evolved from his exploration of these islands off the coast of Ecuador. This program is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the Cuplet Fern Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. Meet at the Sanford Club building, 200 Fairmont, Sanford, FL at 7 pm on the 12th. For additional information contact the presenter Roger Fulton at Roger@RogerFulton.com or through his webpage at: www.RogerFulton.com.

This will be the last scheduled presentation of this program in Florida this winter. 

How to be Safe in the Woods Seminar

On Saturday evening, January 24, 2015 from 7:00 to 9:30 pm Author and Master Naturalist Roger Fulton will present a seminar on How to be Safe in the Woods. The seminar is based on his newest book of the same name. In a series of Powerpoint presentations, he will cover the basics of how to explore natural areas in Florida and elsewhere safely, from the Cascade Mountains to the Florida swamps. So whether you are out for a short hike, a photo shoot of wildlife or a more adventurous outing, this presentation could help you, and others with you, to prevent serious problems and return home safe and happy. “No problems” doesn’t happen accidentally! Topics include what you need to be prepared to go out into the woods, how to read trail markings, and what to do if you encounter an alligator, a bear or other natives of Florida. He will even guide you on what to do if you get disoriented or lost.

Your price of admission to this 2 ½ hour seminar is to bring with you a copy of Roger Fulton’s newest book titled, Safe in the Woods – Tips, Techniques and Advice for Safety and Survival. ($19.95) If you already have a copy, just make a reservation and show up with the book in hand. If you need a copy you can obtain one locally from the store at Hontoon Island State Park in Deland, online at www.Commonmanbooks.com or www.RogerFulton.com  or make arrangements with Roger to pay for one by mail or at the door. In any case, please make a reservation so we can plan ahead for a comfortable and successful seminar.

(And I am told that the World of Beer is next door to the seminar location. Some of us may want to de-seminarize afterward.)   Contact point for Roger and reservations is at: Roger@RogerFulton.com or through his website at: www.RogerFulton.com.  The seminar location will be at: Keller Williams Realty, 3510 S. Nova Rd., Suite 112, Port Orange, FL 32129. (In the new Tuscan Village Shoppes between Madeline Avenue and Herbert Street.)

This will likely be the only session presented this winter in Florida, so make your reservation soon and we look forward to seeing you there!