August 8, 2025

Welcome to the Friday Waypoint where you'll find the latest updates about opportunities & activities with the Florida Trail Association.

A huge thank you to all the talented photographers who shared their stunning perspectives of the Florida Trail and to everyone who voted and helped us celebrate the beauty of Florida's wild places.

🏆 Winning Photos:

Prairie Lakes Sunrise – Jennifer Jones

Reflections on the St. Johns River – Marcie Fry

Vermillion Flycatcher at St. Marks NWR – Mike Gwiazdowski

Sea of Liatris at Kissimmee Prairie – Garnet Bailey

Silver Creek in the Snow at Eglin AFB – Keith LeFevre

New Florida Trail Shirts Are Here! 🔥

You asked, we listened!

We’ve added two new tees to the shop featuring the iconic Florida Trail blaze:

Women’s Fit – Cancun Blue

Soft, flattering, and made from a high-quality cotton blend.

Unisex – Heather Tan

A relaxed, breathable fit for trail days or everyday wear.

Available now at floridatrail.org/shop

📸 Photo credit: Emily Griffith & Maria Romero

Who loves trails? Who loves Florida? Who loves connecting people with beautiful places? If that’s you — join our team!

The Community Engagement Manager role is primarily responsible for overseeing FTA’s membership program, events, merchandise program, chapter activities, photo/video content collection, trail user support programs, and chapter marketing efforts. The CEM also supports the implementation of the Executive Director’s fundraising initiatives, the Communications Manager’s outreach and education efforts, and other initiatives involving FTA’s community of members, donors, volunteers, and partners. The position’s areas of responsibility are supported by a Program Assistant and team workgroups.

🔗 Full job descriptions & how to apply: www.floridatrail.org/jobs

🌿 Want to Know What Our Partners Are Up To?

From community events to workshops and new program offerings, there's always something going on.

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