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<p><strong>Event Leader: Danielle</strong></p> <p></p> <p><strong>Event Overview:</strong></p> <p></p> <p>Donald MacDonald campground in Sebastian is one of those cozy little campgrounds you want to keep to yourself! The area is packed with lush vegetation and access to a natural river with an abundance of wildlife. The campground is small, just 31 sites on 37 acres and only five sites have water and electric hookups for RVs and a private boat ramp. All sites have a picnic table and fire ring. </p> <p></p> <p><strong>Note:</strong> this is a multi-day event, so see the full itinerary below. By RSVPing, you are also agreeing to our <a rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://www.outdoorenergyadventures.org/terms-and-conditions">Terms and Conditions</a></p> <p></p> <p><strong>We will be arriving on Friday 10/13 and checking out Sunday 10/15 at noon. </strong></p> <p><u><strong>Dates:</strong></u> October 13-15, 2023</p> <p><u><strong>Destination:</strong></u> 12315 Roseland Road, Sebastian, FL 32958. Approximately a 2.5- to 3-hour drive from Jacksonville.</p> <p><u><strong>Activities:</strong></u> Camping, hiking, paddling (kayak/SUP), boating, and fishing (unplanned for group, but individuals can utilize the campground’s fishing pier). – Just FYI. There are definitely alligators present in the Sebastian River, but so are dolphins and manatees.</p> <p><strong>Park Info</strong>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://www.ircgov.com/departments/general_services/parks/Donald_MacDonald_Park.htm">https://www.ircgov.com/departments/general_services/parks/Donald_MacDonald_Park.htm</a></p> <p></p> <p><u><strong>Fees:</strong></u><strong> Electric sites</strong> 27-30 are $30/night; <strong>Primitive sites</strong> 1-26 are $20/night</p> <p><em><strong>Danielle (coordinator) has reserved Campsite #11, which is a double site and can hold 4 tents and 4 cars. Reach out to her individually if you want to share this site and split the costs with her. Otherwise, all other sites are available on these dates as of 8/13/23 and can be reserved with the below information and details by clicking </strong></em><a rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://secure.rec1.com/FL/indian-river-county-fl/catalog?filter=bG9jYXRpb25bMTk2ODBdPTE=">HERE</a><em><strong>. Be sure to enter the correct dates. NOTE:</strong></em> <em><strong>Cancellation requests are subject to a processing fee of one (1) night’s rent. No refunds will be given after reservation begins.</strong></em></p> <p></p> <p><u><strong>Additional Amenities:</strong></u><strong> </strong>Pavilion, Playground, Visitor Parking, 13 Boat trailer parking spaces, Water Fountain, Restrooms with hot showers, Walking Trails</p> <p></p> <p><u><strong>Daily Itinerary:</strong></u></p> <p><strong>Friday 10/13</strong></p> <ul><li>12:30 PM: Meet-up for Lunch- <a rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mo-Bay+Grill/@27.8189065,-80.4696099,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88de699cc0ffeff9:0xa1ac78f6acb008fc!8m2!3d27.8189065!4d-80.4696099!16s%2Fg%2F1tfrhl2p?hl=en-US&entry=ttu">Mo-Bay Grill Directions - (772) 589-4223</a> | <a rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://mobaygrill.com/">https://mobaygrill.com/</a></li><li>2:00 PM: Check-in to campground</li><li>6:00 PM: Gather for OEA Club Dinner and Campfire at Campsite #11</li></ul> <p><strong>Saturday 10/14</strong></p> <ul><li>8:00 AM: Paddle the Sebastian River from Campground’s boat launch</li><li>12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Free time for campground field games, fishing, napping, beach, park, exploring the area, etc.</li><li>6:00 PM: Gather for OEA Club Dinner and Campfire at Campsite #11</li><li>9:00 – 10:00 PM: Flashlight Campground Trail Walk</li></ul> <p><strong>Sunday 10/15</strong></p> <ul><li>Checkout By 12:00 PM</li><li>Between 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Approximately 3-mile loop hike in Maritime Hammock Sanctuary, 6200 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951; (321) 723-3556. Directions from Campground: <a rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/nZC8ecKwpppEUJp27?g_st=im">https://maps.app.goo.gl/nZC8ecKwpppEUJp27?g_st=im</a></li></ul> <p>Maritime Hammock Sanctuary in the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge west of A1A on the barrier island. There may be a small fee for park entranc...