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Nature Walk with FCM member Dani Hall for members and guests

  • 14 Mar 2026
  • 9:00 AM
  • Upper Tampa Bay Park, 8001 Double Branch Rd, Tampa 33635

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Please join member and ecologist Dani Hall for a nature walk. This is a wonderful opportunity for FCM members (and their guests!) to socialize with others and build community connections. 


Event Details

  • Meeting Point: We will gather at the entrance to the Otter Trail, located near the parking area for Shelters 4, 5, and 6.
  • The Walk: * Main Walk: The Otter Trail is a scenic, easy-terrain loop of slightly less than a mile. We will spend 45 to 60 minutes exploring Coastal Hammock, Salt Marsh, and Pine Flatwoods ecosystems.
  • Bonus Trek: For those who wish to continue, we will follow with the Bobcat Trail. This is a 0.6-mile walk (approx. 20–30 minutes) through a unique coastal mangrove ecosystem.
  • Difficulty: Easy; the terrain is level and manageable. The entire walk shouldn't take more than 90 minutes.
  • Wildlife: Beyond migratory birds, keep an eye out for gopher tortoises, roseate spoonbills, and the park trail's namesake river otters.

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Lunch & Amenities

  • ​Picnic: There are covered pavilions available near our meeting site for those who would like to relax and socialize. So feel free to pack a lunch or a snack.
  • Facilities: Accessible bathrooms are located near the meeting site and throughout the park.
  • Nature Center: We encourage you to visit the on-site Nature Center to view live exhibits and learn more about the local ecology, geology, and history of the area.

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Preparation Checklist

​To ensure a comfortable experience, please bring:

  • ​Hat and sunscreen
  • Bug repellent
  • Water bottle
  • Your own picnic lunch if you plan to stay after the walk.

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Note: Upper Tampa Bay Park has a small entry fee of $2 per vehicle (up to 8 people).


Dani Hall joined the Florida Community of Mindfulness in 2019 and embraced the Five Mindfulness Trainings in 2021. As an Order of Interbeing (OI) aspirant and Selfless Service Coordinator, Dani actively integrates mindfulness into daily life. With passions for regenerative gardening, creating Florida native wildlife habitats, and developing food forests, Dani embodies a deep commitment to spiritual growth, environmental stewardship, and mindful living. More information about Dani Hall can be found at her website: www.peacefulbirdgarden.org

 


Florida Community of Mindfulness, Tampa Center
6501 N. Nebraska Avenue
Tampa, FL 33604

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