Teen Wild Trails: Moody Branch Hike

Teen Wild Trails (TWT) is an adventure program for environmentally passionate teens, ages 13-17 , to explore Manatee County’s habitats and resources. TWT is hosted by the Manatee County Natural Resources Department in partnership with Big Waters Land Trust . November 10, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm – Moody Branch Preserve Hike In this challenging-level adventure , we will hike about 6 miles in a scrub habitat at Moody Branch Preserve ( 13805 Taylor Grade, Duette, FL 34219 ). Please wear clothing appropriate for the outdoors, including comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes. Bring a water bottle, sun protection (hat and sunscreen), and insect repellent. All participants should be able to keep up with the physical demands of being outdoors in Florida. This is a drop-off program. Adventures are limited to 10 participants. Two staff members knowledgeable in Wilderness Survival, First Aid, CPR, and AED will accompany club members. Transportation A van shuttle will depart from Tom Bennett Park at 7 am . You may use the shuttle or meet us at Moody Branch at 8 am. The shuttle will pick up at the playground pavilion ( 400 Cypress Creek Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34208 ) and return around 12:45 pm. Put the next adventure on your calendar! * Adventures are subject to change depending on weather, tides, and material availability. Additional details and registration will be shared on Humanitix approximately 1 month ahead of each program. Month Adventure Address Activity Level November 10 Moody Branch Preserve Hike 13805 Taylor Grade, Duette, FL 34219 Challenging December 9 Rye Preserve Archery Skills 905 Rye Wilderness Trail, Parrish, FL 34219 Easy January 13 Hidden Harbor TBD 1740 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL 34219 Medium February 10 Myakka Headwaters Preserve 9600 Wauchula Rd, Myakka City, FL 34251 (private property) Medium March 10 Rye Preserve Paddle 905 Rye Wilderness Trail, Parrish, FL 34219 Medium April 14 Johnson Preserve Paddle *tide dependent 9906 Clubhouse Dr, Bradenton, FL 34202 Chall