Category Archives: Nature

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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Journal Entry – Stormy Skies, Stormy Sea

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

As I prepared to leave the house for another walk at Bulow Woods, I glanced up at the lowering skies. It looked like it could rain… somewhere. Still I chanced the weather and packed up the car. Upon arriving at … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry – Seaside Romp, 11.2.23

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Today I headed north from Flagler Beach along A1A. I was trying to figure out what to do and first stopped at Varn Beach. The wind was howling and clouds were scudding across a threatening sky. The tide was extremely … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry – Bulow Woods Ramble 10.31.23

Posted on October 31, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

After a few days to rest, I went on a short ramble in Bulow Creek State Park once again, retracing my steps from Walter Boardman Road south on the old road towards Cedar Creek. The trail is still under water … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry – Princess Place Preserve

Posted on October 28, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Journal Entry – Princess Place Preserve, Flagler County Today I visited Princess Place Preserve, one of my favorite semi-wild areas in the Palm Coast vicinity. The trail I had picked out isn’t one with scenic views, just wide mowed trails … Continue reading →

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Journal Entry – Beach to Woods

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

I’ve been going out on half-day excursions in the local area (for starters). On Thursday, I headed to Jubbah Beach which just lies south of Marine Land off of SR A1A. There seemed to be some construction going on in … Continue reading →

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