In the Loop

Issue No. 10 / November, 2023 Happy Thanksgiving! Autumn light enhances the beauty of the Loop along Old Dixie Highway near Tomoka State Park.      –  Photo courtesy of M.H. Myers                              Here's wishing a very happy and bountiful Thanksgiving to all!  As we enter the "official" holiday season, we'll be taking a bit of a break to celebrate long standing traditions with our family and friends.  We are thankful for your continued interest and support of the Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail and wish you and yours a very warm and Happy Thanksgiving!  The Importance of Gopher Tortoises Justin Grubb/Running Wild Media During the final ReGrow the Loop program for 2023, Ranger Andrew Lemin of Tomoka State Park will present an exciting program about the incredible gopher tortoise. These fascinating reptiles play a vital role in our Florida forests, with their burrows providing shelter for more than 300 other animal species. Unfortunately, gopher tortoises are e