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 bu...

Issue No. 9 / October, 2023 Thank You Volunteers!  As a Florida Scenic Highway and designated National Scenic Byway organization, we are required to develop a work plan for each calendar year highlighting our accomplishments for the current year and outlining what we have planned for the next. We've recently been going through this process and are proud to note that as volunteer numbers have increased , so has our list of accomplishments.   This is a major step forward for our organization and for the betterment of the Scenic Loop.  So to everyone who has recently joined our mailing list, offered to volunteer, or attended one of our meetings – we thank you for your involvement!     If you've already signed up to volunteer and are awaiting instructions, we ask for your patience.  We're currently defining events and activities and will be in touch soon!     Like to volunteer but haven't signed up?    EMAIL US HERE There are plenty of ...