Blackwater Creek Seminole State Forest

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I began the morning walk before sunrise.

The Oaks campsite was a good destination because it has an outhouse.

Blackwater Creek, Seminole State Forest. April 8

The opening photo is the up creek blockage. It is also blocked, downstream. I did not know this when I launched from the Moccasin Springs campsite at 1:15

I was spending the night at the campsite.

My plan was to paddle to the Wekiva. And, back.

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Rock Springs Run

First time at Wekiwa Springs State Park since they implemented a reservation system. Kind of a pain in the ass. Would be more of a PITA if I was not already in the system as a frequent camper.
4 cars in front of me at the ranger station. A looong spring break this year, with Easter on the 20th of the month.

I was on the Wekiva just before noon.

Paddling up Rock Springs Run

Wekiva and Little Wekiva

Launched from Wilson's Landing at 11:56. Opening photo is the first photo of the paddle.

Taylor Creek

There was a bluegrass festival at Fort Christmas Park today, so I wanted to kayak close by. Saw a report on Taylor Creek which said you can launch from the Nova Road Bridge. I have paddled Taylor Creek from the launch near Lone Cabbage Fishcamp. Thought that might have too many airboats on a Saturday. So, I went to Nova Road.

Withlacoocheee River

Began tthe day with a walk from my campsite at Potts Preserve

I forgot to bring a coffee mug, so I improvised.

A metal thermos cup/lid is inside the plastic cup