Category Archives: Journal Entry

Eliza: Photo Journal, No. Peninsula & Betty Steflik Preserve, Flagler Beach

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

It being Thursday and dry outside, it was time for another outing. This morning, I chose North Peninsula State Park and Betty Steflik Preserve in Flagler Beach as my walking destinations. The Flagler Beach website describes the Betty Steflik Preserve … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal Lehigh Ramble

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

The temperatures started out brisk, with a sharp wind, but as the day proceeded the sun appeared and warmed everything. Sunday was damp, with some heavy rain. Keeping that in mind, I chose a place where I could keep my … Continue reading →

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Eliza – Photo Journal, Nov. 25, 2023

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

This morning I went for a walk at Princess Place Preserve with one of my new housemates, Christy. The weather was good, a bit cool to start out but soon warmed to 70F. We started our walk near the covered … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journey, Atlantic Rim

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Today I ventured out on a tour of the Hammock area, north of Flagler Beach. I hit two beaches taking short walks, including Old Salt Beach, a county beach on the fringe of the exclusive Hammock Dunes residential area and … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal – Palm Coast

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Excellent weather finally returned to the Sunshine State. The bluebird skies and warm sun greeted all of the bikers and walkers who flocked to the extensive trail system of Palm Coast. I started out on a portion of the Lehigh … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry – Graham Swamp Trail, 11.13.23

Posted on November 13, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

The weather was a bit dreary as I headed out for another long walk (I also do long neighborhood walks!). It was breezy so I headed back to Graham Swamp Trail as it is protected from the wind. The trail … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry – Lehigh Trail from Old Kings Road

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Today I tackled another chunk of the 8 mile Lehigh Trail, which is part of an old railroad right-of-way. I started the hike from the parking lot of the Hidden Lake Trail just off of Old King’s Road north of … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry: Waterfront Park, St. Joe Walkway

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Today I chose another close-by trail, starting at Waterfront Park and following the Intracoastal Waterway north to Linear Park, all the way to beneath the Palm Coast Parkway Bridge. The trail is completely paved, partially shaded, and has provided benches, … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry: Graham Swamp Trail

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Today I stayed closer to home, selecting the Graham Swamp Pond Trail which travels 2.18 miles between Old Kings Road and Colbert Road. This coquina and broadwalk trail connects up with the rest of the extensive trail system (hikers/bikers) within … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry – Moody Ramble, Princess Place

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Off I went on another jaunt to Princess Place Preserve. Along with Bulow Woods, PPP is one of my area faves. It was cloudy, breezy, cool and perfect hiking weather, temps in high 60’s. The clouds were lingering above but … Continue reading →

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