Florida Historic Trails Association

Florida Historic Trails Association We were founded during 1970 for the purpose of developing and sponsoring historic hiking trails for Scouting and other civic youth groups.

The Florida Historic Trails Association (FHTA) was founded during 1970 for the purpose of developing and sponsoring historic hiking trails for Scouting and other civic youth groups. The founder, Dr. Milledge Murphy, a professor at the University of Florida, had for many years been a scoutmaster and had taken his troop on numerous BSA approved historic trail hikes throughout the southeastern United

States. As the interest in and benefits from such hiking experiences were great, he founded the FHTA and developed Florida's first historic trail, the now famous Ft. Clinch Trail in Fernandina Beach, Florida. Subsequently, seven other BSA approved hikes were developed as was a 100 Mile Honor Hiker recognition program.

Important advice...
10/05/2017

Important advice...

Did you know that leaves are a source of food for a lot of animals who need the nutrients to survive winter? We spotted this sign in the Muir Woods National Monument on a gorgeous autumn day and took lots of photos - but left the leaves.

09/11/2017

Keep up-to-date with the latest conditions on the Trail.

09/08/2017

Please read carefully if your Appalachian Trail trip falls between Sept. 10-14.

04/27/2017

Before you pack for your next hike, check out this gear-planning advice from an expert ultralight backpacker.

04/10/2017

Whether you're day-hiking or thru-hiking, proper foot care is essential to an enjoyable trail experience. Keep your feet happy for the long-haul...

02/19/2017

We all make mistakes. Learn from these classic backpacking gear fails, and you'll make better ones.

02/08/2017

Today is National Boy Scout Day! Hiking, backpacking, archery... what's your favorite scouting activity? Let us know below and celebrate at: https://natl.today/2l1Y9cP

I love to get my family out on the trail. From 15 years old down to 1 year old. Definitely great family time.
01/19/2017

I love to get my family out on the trail. From 15 years old down to 1 year old. Definitely great family time.

Matt and Agnes slowed their pace when finding out they were expecting and now are excited to start and continue their outdoor family lifestyle.

What a great relationship to maintain.
01/09/2017

What a great relationship to maintain.

The alliance between Scouting and the National Park Service is a natural kinship. After all, “some of the best Scouting happens in National Park Service sites,” according to Scouting expert Bryan Wendell. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) that seals the bond between the two groups was recently r...

06/24/2016

Have you ever hiked these trails? Share your pictures and stories here.

06/16/2016

My hiking boots smell terrible. Is there anything I can do to take care of that?

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1815 NW 7th Place
Gainesville, FL
32603

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+13523739234

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