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Number of Residents and Visitors Using Florida's Paved Trail System: 2.7 million annually

INTERESTING FACTS:

Miles of Paved Trails in Florida
*Trail miles planned: 4000 miles
*Miles of state/local paved trails open to the public: 850 miles
*Miles of paved trail envisioned at state and regional levels: 8000 miles

Total Public and Private Dollars Invested in Paved Trails in Florida
* SUN Trails -- State of Florida 2015-2023: $225 million
* City/County Paved Trails: $280 million
* Federal dollars Invested: $125 million
* Philanthropic dollars and Private Sponsors: $1.25 million and growing!

11/01/2026

Unearth the history behind this 47-mile trail built on an 1800s railroad line. Head to the link in the comments for more on this unique adventure. 🔗

10/31/2026

Trailblazer Newsletter - November 2026 (note typo, OCT)

The Hiking Spree is Back, and it's our favorite time of the year! Hop on the Trail, join a Guided Hike, or become a Citizen Scientist! 🥾

10/31/2026

Happy Florida Paddlesports Month!
As November arrives, cooler autumn temperatures and crisp breezes bring ideal weather for celebrating Florida Paddlesports Month. November is a fantastic time of year to pull out your kayak, paddleboard or canoe and explore one of Florida’s many designated paddling trails.
https://floridadep.gov/parks/ogt

10/31/2026

Cars killed 19 of the 22 Florida panthers found dead in 2020. Interstate 75 runs straight across their country between Naples and Fort Lauderdale, on a stretch people call Alligator Alley.

In January 2021 a panther mother moved her 3 young kittens from the conservation land next door onto the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge. To reach it she had to cross I-75. The refuge says she took them through one of the wildlife crossings built under the road.

Those crossings went in during the early 1990s, the first ones Florida ever built. The refuge admits they were "highly controversial" because of what they cost. Its 42 trail cameras hadn't caught panther kittens there in more than 3 years. That winter, 3 small spotted cats turned up on the quiet side of the highway.

10/31/2026

Getting the word out

🌿 Explore the future of Florida’s greenways and trails!

The Florida Greenways & Trails Foundation’s 2026 Summit is coming to St. Petersburg November 9–10. This two-day event will bring together experts from across the state to discuss trail planning and design, conservation, community connectivity, economic impact, and more—all while celebrating the Foundation’s 25th anniversary. 🎉

📍 Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
📅 November 9–10, 2026
🔗 Learn more and register: fgtf.org/2026-fgtf-summit

10/31/2026

Coming to the Tampa Theatre on Tuesday, December 1, 7:30pm

Join the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation at Tampa Theatre for an unforgettable evening of film, storytelling, and the people shaping Florida’s future. Step onto the Green Carpet and experience three powerful stories connecting Florida’s past,...

10/30/2026

Vote To Support The Florida Wildlife Corridor In Your Backyard!
https://floridawildlifecorridor.org/our-work/advocacy/ballot-initiatives/?mc_cid=e13faaac10&mc_eid=0489c71365

10/30/2026

Pasco County is proud to proclaim October 2026 as Florida Greenways & Trails Month! 🌿🚴‍♀️🛶
With nearly 300 miles of trails and more than 80 miles of blueways, our community continues to invest in safe, connected and vibrant outdoor spaces for everyone to enjoy.

From the Suncoast and Starkey Wilderness Trails to the upcoming Orange Belt Trail and Withlacoochee State Trail extension, we’re building a stronger, healthier and more connected Pasco—today and for future generations.

Get outside, explore and celebrate Florida’s incredible greenways and trails all month long! 🌳✨

10/30/2026

City of Tampa's Green Spine

10/29/2026

Tampa Riverwalk update -

Hillsborough County approved funding for preliminary design work on a proposed underpass beneath the Cass Street bridge, a project supporters say would improve safety and connectivity along the Riverwalk.

Address

PO Box 4142
Tallahassee, FL
32315

Website

http://www.fgtf.org/

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