Kayak Day Checklist
- Kayak, paddle, and PFD
- Water shoes, sunscreen, hat, dry bag
- At least 1 liter of water per person
- Quick-dry clothing recommended
Resources
Show up prepared.
Gear lists, launch notes, beginner guides, and group expectations all in one place.
Hiking Checklist
- Sturdy shoes
- Water, snacks
- Bug spray, sunscreen, hat
- Check trail length and difficulty beforehand
Biking Checklist
- Bike in good condition
- Helmet (required)
- Water, spare tube, repair kit
- Sunscreen
- Know the route distance beforehand
Beach & Social Events
- Chair, towel, sunscreen, hat
- Cash or card for food/social stops
- Good vibes required
OEA Guidelines
- Kind, low-drama, reliable, and respectful
- RSVP on time
- Update if plans change
How Invites Work
- Members can suggest friends who fit the group
- The more, the merrier — but we keep it personal and manageable
Greater Jacksonville Area Outdoor Resources
- Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens
- Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve
- Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail
- Kayak Amelia
- Guana River State Park
- Hanna Park Campground
- Little Talbot Island State Park
- Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary
- Tree Hill Nature Center
- Atlantic Beach Surfing Guide
- Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier
Statewide Florida Outdoor Resources
- Florida Trail Association
- AllTrails Florida
- Florida Paddling Trails Association
- Ichetucknee Springs State Park
- Reserve America Florida Campgrounds
- Hipcamp Florida
- Everglades National Park
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
- Florida Bike Trails
- Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Florida
- Florida Beaches Guide
- Surfline Florida