In the Loop

  In the Loop - OSLT E-newsletter Issue #5   June 2023      The Time is Now! The Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail is one of Volusia County's most iconic and treasured environments. Much more than a roadway,  “The Loop” is a vestige of the "Old Florida" that lives in our memories. It is a place to catch our breath and take in the majesty of nature; a conduit to some of northeastern Florida's most beautiful beaches, marshes, live oak canopies, hiking trails, State and County Parks, fishing spots, historic houses and more…all within a 30+ mile loop that simply put, captures the very essence of what “Old Florida” means.  How lucky are we? Unfortunately, as many of us are aware, development has escalated to such a degree around the Loop that much of its canopy has been impacted and its scenic beauty compromised. But thankfully, much still remains.  We, the Board of the Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail, invite you to join us as we re-commit to protecting, maint...

  In the Loop - OSLT E-newsletter Issue # 4 May 2023    Our May Meeting - Join Us! Wednesday, May 24th 5:30 pm Ormond Beach Public Library, Sandpiper Room 3 South Beach Street Ormond Beach FL 32174 Doors open at 5 pm and the meetings starts at 5:30.   All are welcome and we invite you to attend either in person or remotely.  ( Remote link at the end of this newsletter   "Regrow The Loop"  On Thursday, May 11th, representatives from the Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail (OSLT) presented at a special meeting regarding the County’s newly-established, “Regrow the Loop” program. This initial meeting was held at County headquarters  in Deland and was coordinated through the office of Councilman Troy Kent of District 4. What is it? “Regrow the Loop” is a new initiative that was drafted in conjunction with the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension Services.   Approved by the Volusia County Council on April 4th in a ...