🌿 Featured Speaker: Eddie Bruce, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Connecting People and Public Lands: Access, Stewardship, and the Florida Trail
Many of us know the joy of exploring Florida’s wild spaces—but behind every trailhead, campsite, and wildlife management area is a network of dedicated professionals ensuring those places remain open, safe, and sustainable.
This month, we’re excited to welcome Eddie Bruce, Public Access Biologist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Eddie works to balance recreation with conservation—helping make Florida’s public lands accessible while protecting the habitats and species that make them special.
A familiar face to many of our volunteers, Eddie is a regular at trail maintenance events and a true friend of the Florida Trail. Join us as he shares insights from the field!
📖 About the Organization
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) manages more than 6 million acres of public land across the state, including wildlife management areas, conservation easements, and recreation sites. Their mission is to protect Florida’s fish and wildlife resources while providing opportunities for people to enjoy and appreciate them. From habitat restoration to public access planning, FWC plays a key role in shaping the future of Florida’s great outdoors.
🧺 Half-Back Raffle – Win Some Cash!
🎟️ Tickets: $1 each or 6 for $5
💰 Winner takes home half the pot, with the other half supporting our chapter’s work.
📅 Thursday, November 20, 2025
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Leu Gardens – Magnolia Room
1920 N Forest Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
Come connect with a fellow trail steward and learn how FWC helps ensure Florida’s wild places remain open for adventure—today and for generations to come. 🦉🌾✨
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Leu Gardens, 1920 N Forest Ave, Orlando, us
