Earth Day Marsh Hike

Name: Earth Day Marsh Hike
Start: 2016-04-23T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2016-04-24T14:45:00-05:00
Location: Fort Mose

The Earth Day Marsh Hike at Fort Mose takes visitors out to the island where the second Fort Mose was located.

Please Note: This event is from 2016

Earth Day Marsh Hike

(904) 823-2232

15 Fort Mose Trail
St Augustine, FL 32084

The Earth Day Guided Marsh Hike at Fort Mose will take place on Saturday, April 23, 2016. The 1.5-mile hike departs from the Fort Mose parking lot at 3 p.m., returning around 4:30 p.m.

This guided hike takes visitors through the maritime hammock at Fort Mose and proceeds out through the salt marsh to the location where the second Fort Mose was found. Hikers will learn about the history of Fort Mose as well as about the marsh and maritime hammock ecosystems.

The marsh is strongly influenced by tides, so participants should dress appropriately, with closed-toe shoes or waterproof boots, long pants and long sleeves. Also, hikers are advised to bring drinking water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera.

For more information, visit here or call (904) 823-2232.

Admission: FREE

When: Saturday, April 23, 2016 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Where: Fort Mose is located at 15 Fort Mose Trail in St. Augustine, just north of downtown.