Citrus County Birding Trail PDF Print E-mail
Written by Robby Douglas   
Friday, 26 December 2008 20:35


The Citrus County Birding Trail is part of the West Section of the Great Florida Birding Trail.

Citrus County, located in the West Section of Peninsular Florida, about 70 miles North of St. Petersburg, Fla., provides a unique topography for all birders.

The 18 birding trails created for the Great Florida Birding Trail program take into account these unique features that make Citrus County and its habitat for birds a special place. The county trail system is divided into the three natural ecological characterizations that make up the geology of the county.

  • Coastal Region from the Gulf of Mexico East to U.S. 19.
  • The Brooksville Ridge Region from U.S. 19 East to U.S. 41.
  • The Tsala Apopka Lake Region bounded on the East by the Withlacoochee River. The Withlacoochee River serves as the Eastern and Northern boundary of the county.
Citrus County Birding web site: http://www.citrusbirdingtrail.com/Birdct.cfm
 

Annual Citrus Events

  • January: Florida Manatee Festival in Crystal River
  • March: Floral City Strawberry Festival Games and Food
  • June: Rambling River Raft Contest
  • August: OC5K race for ovarian Cancer, Black Diamond Ranch
  • September: Save Our Waters Week (countywide events)
  • September: Adopt-A-Shore Cleanup (part of Save Our Waters Week)
  • Sepbember: Beat the Sheriff Race. Monies go to Jessie's Place
  • October: CooterFest
  • October: PumpkinFestival
  • October: Haunted Tram Rides at Homosassa state park
  • October: 'Castle Keep Resort' Haunted House
  • October: Day of Caring: Make A Difference Day. A day of volunteerism
  • October: A Taste of Citrus. Fundraiser (and good eats) for Central Florida Community College
  • October: Fire Prevention Week
  • October: Nature Coast Fine Arts Show
  • October: Hospice of Citrus County's Night of the Heron blac-tie benefit
  • November: Crystal River Music Jam
  • November: Veterans Day Parade, Memorial Service, Inverness
  • November: Homossassa Arts, Crafts & Seafood Festival
  • November: Citrus Stampede Rodeo, Inverness to benefit 4-H
  • November: Ozello Arts & Crafts Festival
  • December: Christmas Boat Parade on the Homosassa River
  • December: Floral City Heritage Days
  • December: Inverness Christmas Parade
  • December: Ft. Cooper State Park's "Nights of Lights"
  • December: Sugarmill Woods Chorale Christmas Concert in Lecanto
  • December: Nature Coast Ramblers Hike at Ft. Cooper State Park
  • December: Christmas Celebration of Lights at Homosassa state park

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Citrus Calendar

Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

Start: Jan 19 2009 - 10:00am
End: Jan 19 2009 - 10:00pm

WHEN: 10 a.m., Monday.
WHERE: The parade begins at Crystal River Primary School and travels along U.S. 44 to Copeland Park, 850 N.E. 3rd St., Crystal River.
INFO: Call the George Washington Carver Community Center, 794-0010, with any questions or for applications.

Progress Energy Martin Luther King Jr. Picnic

Start: Jan 19 2009 - 11:00am
End: Jan 19 2009 - 2:00pm

WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday.
WHERE: Copeland Park, 850 N.E. 3rd St., Crystal River.
INFO: This event is free and open to the public.

Martin Luther King Jr. Worship Service

Start: Jan 18 2009 - 5:00pm
End: Jan 18 2009 - 8:00pm

WHERE: Seven Rivers Presbyterian Church, 4221 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy., Lecanto.
INFO: All are welcome. The Rev. Robert Smith, associate professor of divinity at Beeson Divinity School of Samford University, is scheduled to speak.

'50s Sock Hop Fundraising Dance

Start: Jan 31 2009 - 6:00pm
End: Jan 31 2009 - 11:00pm

PLACE: Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 6 Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills. Sponsored by the Charismatic Community. Wear your nostalgic ‘50s costumes. Prizes, music, dancing and fun! TICKETS: $10 per person. Call Bennie Demicoli 352-746-9243 or Pearl Santillan 352-637-5395.

'Change is Coming' food drive

Start: Jan 8 2009 - 12:00pm
End: Jan 18 2009 - 12:59pm

Change is Coming volunteers are hosting a countywide food drive. The group is also inviting the public to join them at 3 p.m. on Jan.18 at the Beverly Hills Community Building at 1 Civic Circle, Beverly Hills, FL 34465.

The Great Train Story

Start: Jan 17 2009 - 11:00am
End: Jan 17 2009 - 12:00pm

Join us for a special presentation by Harold McGee, Railroad Historian, on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Mr. McGee will present an interesting PowerPoint about the trains and rail lines in Citrus County. There will also be kids activities happening on that day.

History of Trains in Citrus County

Start: Jan 9 2009 - 10:00am
End: Jan 9 2009 - 2:00pm

The Old Courthouse Heritage Museum will be opening its next exhibit in the John Murray Davis Rotating Gallery titled All Aboard! The History of Trains in Citrus County.

Sugarmill Woods Chorale rehearsals

Start: Jan 8 2009 - 7:00pm
End: Jan 8 2009 - 9:00pm

Chorale rehearsals for the spring concert begin Jan. 9 and continue each Thursday night from 7-9 pm at the First Baptist Church in Crystal River on North Citrus Avenue (a block off U.S. 19). The Chorale is open to all residents living in the Citrus County area. A good sense of humor, willingness to learn your part and a commitment to attendance are the only requirements.

Public Meeting: Progress Energy Transmission Lines

Start: Jan 15 2009 - 4:00pm
End: Jan 15 2009 - 7:30pm

Progress Energy Florida has scheduled a public meeting to discuss the path transmission lines will take through Citrus County.

Meeting time and place: From 4 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, at West Citrus Elks Lodge, 7890 W. Grover Cleveland Blvd., Homosassa.

Public Meeting: Progress Energy Transmission Lines

Start: Jan 13 2009 - 4:00pm
End: Jan 13 2009 - 7:30pm

Progress Energy Florida has scheduled a public meeting to discuss the path transmission lines will take through Citrus County.

Meeting time and place: From 4 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, at the National Guard Armory, 8551 W. Venable St., Crystal River.

CFCC, SCORE workshops

Start: Jan 27 2009 - 6:00pm
End: Jan 27 2009 - 9:00pm

Central Florida Community College and SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Business, will hold a free seminar for anyone interested in starting a business, improving their business, or looking for information about SCORE volunteer opportunities.

22nd annual Florida Manatee Festival

Start: Jan 11 2009 - 8:00am
End: Jan 12 2009 - 10:00pm

The Florida Manatee Festival, a two-day event, offers visitors the opportunity to view the manatee in its own environment. The festival is hosted by the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce, the City of Crystal River, and the Rotary Club of Crystal River.