Faver Dykes State Park/Pellicer Creek Paddle Event

Come explore Pellicer Creek, a designated State Canoe Trail which is noted for its scenic and pristine condition. Faver-Dykes S.P. is well-known for its very natural condition while the park borders Pellicer Creek as it winds its way along the southern boundary of the park. The creek contains saltwater and freshwater fish species such as spotted sea trout, common snook, large-mouth bass and bream. The park is also a popular site for birding with more than one-hundred species of birds seen during spring and fall migrations. Pellicer Creek was named for settler Francisco Pellicer who received a land grant from the King of Spain and then built his homestead on the banks of the creek around 1800. Pellicer Creek, an aquatic preserve, is the main body of water in the 6,045 acre Faver-Dykes State Park.

We will paddle at a moderate pace from the second launch site in Faver Dykes S.P. (1000 Faver-Dykes Road). Total time: about 2.5 – 3 hours. Be at the launch site by 9:30 a.m. to sign waiver and for a brief discussion about the paddle trip and the importance of safety and the Sierra Club and its mission. Be in the water by 10:00. Restrooms are available at the launch site which is a hard surface with easy access, parking and put-in. It is usually calm water with minimal tidal effect. A small fee box ($5) is requested or a Florida State Park Pass number and is on the honor system and is requested by the State for entry to the park. Be sure to stop and pay your fee!

For those interested, we will stop for lunch following the paddle (restaurant tbd)

Directions:

From the intersection of RT 206 and RT 1 in St. Augustine proceed south on RT 1 - 6.9 miles to Faver Dykes Rd. St. Augustine (note the Amoco Station and fruit stores). Take the left onto Faver Dykes Rd. and drive 3.1 miles to the launch at 1000 Faver Dykes Road. (Hint - When you reach the brown Ranger Station and Boat Ramp sign on Faver Dykes Rd, take a right. A few hundred yards further will be the launch site and area for parking.

If coming on I-95, get off at Exit 298, US 1 and go north on US1. Then in 0.3 miles, turn right on Faver Dykes Road and drive 3.1 miles to the ranger station and boat ramp sign and turn right and continue until you come to the boat ramp and parking area.

PFD’s (life preservers) are required and MUST be worn by all participants as well as having a whistle or other sound device. A hat, water, bug spray and sunscreen are recommended. Participants must know how to swim.

Sierra Club maintains a safe space agreement between participants, leaders, volunteers, and staff. We want to support everyone in exploring, enjoying, and protecting our natural environment, and hateful and dangerous behavior will not be tolerated. We don’t want to deny participation in these outdoor programs and we will always say no to racism, sexism, ageism, homophobia, impairment, and disruption. We request that all participants cooperate with the outing leader's direction to ensure a safe and enjoyable outing for everyone.