Tues Dec.7th
Hidden Waters Preserve
Time and place to meet to carpool: 8:15 at Paradise Rec Center - behind the rec center, by the lake and the library.
Directions to Paradise Rec Center
We will meet Ben Biagio who is head of the Lake County Water Authority at 9:30 at the entrance of Hidden Waters in Eustis. Ben is a terrific trip leader - who knows all about the native plants and animals.
The hike is 105 feet down to the sinkhole. The trail is narrow and can be overgrown.
You must wear closed-toe shoes.
$10 per person to the drivers
Unique and Diverse
The differences in elevation on this 90-acre site, as well as the varying wet conditions and diversity of vegetation, make this Preserve unique. A continuous flow of water from the seepage slope supports an unusual slope forest and depression marsh at the bottom of the sink. Due to soil and moisture conditions, the mixed forest uplands contain several species of ferns normally found in wetlands. The property is included in the state-wide birding trail network and birders have recorded over 35 species during the winter months.
For those interested, we will go to lunch on the way home in Tavares at Havana 1959 Cuban Cuisine $$ 1080 E Alfred St, Tavares, FL 32778-3404
