Join a SOAR (Senior Outdoor Active Recreation) trip to John B. Sargeant Park!
John B. Sargeant Sr. Conservation Park is part of the Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve and is best known for boating access to the Hillsborough River. Downriver, the Hillsborough River State Canoe Trail winds through a jungle of hardwood trees, lilies, and wading birds and is popular for both new and experienced paddlers. Upstream, the river widens to flow through the broad hardwood swamp known as the Seventeen Runs. The site was formerly known as Flint Creek Park and was renamed in 1989 in memory of John B. Sargeant, Sr., who served as a member of the Hillsborough River Basin Board of the Southwest Florida Water Management District. Park activities and features include a small boat ramp, picnicking, boardwalk, and fishing.
The event is free and free transportation from and to the recreation center will be provided. Spots are limited.
Things to know
- This event is free, but registration is required as spots are limited
- Participants should meet at the recreation center entrance
- Transportation to and from Recreation Center is free
- $2 entrance fee per car if driving separate - pay on day of event
- $25 per kayak/canoe rental
- Free, if just hiking
- Weather-related cancellations possible (no rain checks provided)
- Participants must be 50 and older
- Maximum of 14 participants
Things to bring
- Appropriate hiking/walking attire and shoes
- Bug spray
- Camera
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Water in refillable container
Contact
For any questions email Ron Housenick or call (813) 410-4089.