FNST - Eglin Trail Maintenance, December 3, 2024

This activity will focus on performing routine trail maintenance or other duties along the Florida National Scenic Trail (FNST) on the Eglin Reservation.

An Eglin reservation permit is REQUIRED when entering the Eglin reservation. Everyone must have in their possession a valid Eglin permit and photo ID. Permits can be purchased in person at Jackson Guard in Niceville. Their address is 107 Hwy 85 North, and their number is (850) 882-4165 or (850) 882-4166. Permits can also be purchased online at the following website. https://eglin.isportsman.net/default.aspx

Participants should read and be familiar with the contents for the following Job Hazard Analysis documents prior to the workday:

General Trail-Maintenance: https://floridatrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/FTA-2018-JHA.pdf

Mower and Brush Cutter: FTA-JHAs_Mower-and-Brushcutter_REV-Feb.-2019.pdf (floridatrail.org)

Chainsaw: FNST-FTA-Chainsaw-Operation-JHA-signed-11Oct2023.pdf (floridatrail.org)

Contact activity leader for any questions. Keith LeFevre (859) 612-2231.

BRING: Your own hard hat (if you have one), gloves, eye protection, plenty of fluids, rain gear, insect repellent and a lunch.

Long pants and good closed toe shoes are HIGHLY recommended.

NO PETS