Sunday, October 18, 2009

October 30 Orlando Campout with Mosaic Jewish Outdoor Club

When: Friday, Oct 30, 2009 to Sunday, Nov 1, 2009
Where: Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle
Apopka, FL 32712

Camping at Wekiwa Springs State Park

When: Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1. Meet at the campsites any time after 3 p.m. Carpools will be arranged by the event
leaders.

What: Wekiwa Springs State Park is a wonderful resource for you to enjoy. Canoe down the Wekiva River and see the sights and sounds
nature has to offer. Hike down one of the trails. Enjoy a weekend camping adventure with Mosaic friends. Located at the headwaters
of the Wekiva River, the beautiful vistas within this park offer a glimpse of what Central Florida looked like when Timucuan Indians
fished and hunted these lands. Canoeists and kayakers can paddle along the Wekiva River and Rock Springs Run. Thirteen miles of
trails provide opportunities for hiking, bicycling, and horseback riding. Canoe and kayak rentals are available. Snorkel in the 72
degree crystal clear spring waters (wet-suit recommended).

Where: We'll be camping in sites 46, 48, 49, 50, 51 & 52 of Wekiwa Springs State Park . 1800 Wekiwa Circle, Apopka, Florida 32712

Directions to Campsite: Wekiwa Springs State Park is approximately 20 minutes North of Orlando and approximately 45 minutes north
of the attractions. It is easily located off Interstate 4 at exit 94. Take State Road 434 West to Wekiwa Springs Road. Turn right on
Wekiwa Springs Road and travel approximately 4 miles to the park entrance which will be on the right.

Bring: The usual camping gear - tent (if you have one), sleeping bag, air mattress, pillow, appropriate clothing for the weather,
toiletries, towel, bug spray, camera, water bottle, camp chair, etc., plus a washable plate and cup. Mosaic no longer provides these
on Mosaic camp-outs. If you need a tent, Mosaic has a limited supply - call Jimmy Rogers to reserve yours.

Cost: Mosaic Members pay $30 per adult, plus $28 per tent for the weekend. Example - If you are an adult alone in your tent, your
fee will be $58. If you share your tent with one other adult, your fee will be $44, etc. The tent fee ($28) is divided up between
all adults in the tent, plus the $30 per adult event fee. Kids 13 and under in same tent with parent(s), event fee is $15. Teens in
high school sharing tent with parent(s), event fee is $20. Non Mosaic members add $5 to above fees.

Canoeing/Kayaking at Wekiwa - Canoe (3 person limit) or single person kayak = $16 for 2 hours. 2 person kayak is $22 for 2 hours.
Additional hours are $3.20 per hour.

Contact: For more information, contact, Bob Jaffe at 561-239-9088 or Jimmy Rogers at 954-695-1026. If you're interested in
carpooling, be sure to let the event leaders know. To reserve your spot, call Jimmy and you MUST mail your check to Jimmy Rogers,
2425 NW 49th Ter., Coconut Creek, FL 33063. Make check payable to Mosaic.

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