Check the calendar for the latest field trip schedule and details of the events.
Sign-up for most field trips is now through EventBrite. Typically registration opens at 6pm on the second monday of the month before the field trip. Registration closes at 6pm the evening before the date of the field trip.
Details and direct links to field trip registration can also be found in the chapter calendar.
2026 Field Trips
October 17, Saturday 10:00 am
Hontoon Island State Park, 2309 River Ridge Rd, DeLand, FL 32720
Leader Danny Young
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Length of Tour: 2.5 Hr.
Enjoy a lush, remote island accessible only by boat. Located in the St. Johns River in Volusia County. Discover the beauty of Hontoon Island State Park along the many nature trails. Evidence of Native American habitation over thousands of years can be witnessed as we hike through the park. We will explore pine flatwoods that have been restored and maintained by prescribed fire, cypress laden river floodplain, and a 300 year-old live oak tree at Bear Tree Landing along the serene atmosphere of Snake Creek. Frequent fires in the flatwoods increases our chances of seeing many rare wildflowers, including orchids, lilies, grasses and much more. Optional after the trip: Self-guided 3-mile round trip hike The Hammock Hiking Nature Trail to an ancient shell mound.
DON’T FORGET: Water, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, camera.
WEAR: Hat, quick-dry clothing, comfortable shoes
Facilities at the park: Rest rooms, Picnic shelter, Water Fountain, Concessionaire
Nearest gas station: Circle – K (2185 FL-44, DeLand), Corner of W New York and S Grand Ave
Cell Phone reception: Yes
Contact number for the day of the event: Danny Young 386-212-1952
Register for this field trip at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pawpaw-chapter-fnps-field-trip-to-hontoon-island-tickets-2000616721469?aff=oddtdtcreator
Registration closes at 8am Friday Oct 16.
November Sat 14th 10am Mala Compra Hiking Trail, Palm Coast
Enjoy a pleasant stroll through a lovely coastal hammock in Flagler County. This easy three mile loop passes mostly in the shade. Park and meet across the street at Bings Landing where we will follow the field trip with an optional lunch at Captain's BBQ.
Wear clothing appropriate for the weather, Bring water, insect repellant and optional binoculars.
Trip leader: Paul Rebmann
Register at Eventbrite. Registration opens at 6pm, Oct 12 and closes at 8am Friday November 13th.
December Sat 12th Green Springs/Wings of Eden Sonya
Plant lists for many of the field trip destinations can be found on the Plant Lists page.
