Camping in South Floirda

I went canoe camping on the Peace River a few years back. I do not remember what company we rented from, but they will provide all the equipment you need (stove, tent, sleeping bag, ect) you just need to bring food. And you could basically set up you camp on almost the entire River. I had a great time.
 
You can permanone/permethrin your tent too if you are going to be around salt marsh mosquito habitat. . That makes a pretty good difference especially if you do it the week before
 
If you want some backcountry with minimal, blazed trails; try the Dupuis Wildlife Management Area. You can do a 16 mile loop with a good campsite at the half way point or hike straight through for 30+ miles. It is part of the Ocean to Lake segment of the Florida Trail, so good maps are available. It will be HOT and wet, but you will definitely have the place to yourself. There is water everywhere, but you need a very good filter. If you aren't used to the heat, don't do it by yourself. Cell service is spotty out there and no one is going to happen across you if you go down.

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Wherever you go, try to find out how much standing water there is. Waist deep is not uncommon.

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Fishing shirts, light weight nylon long pants and Under Armor 9" boxer briefs.
 
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Well I didn't really mean, middle of middle of nowhere.
Somewhere where not TOO many people go, hopefully without danger of crocs.

And any suggestions for a pack.

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I was looking for a fixed blade for when backpacking (I can and will find a use if I wanted to), considered the BK7 and quite a few others.

I was wondering about this?
http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=TM7211

I like Stainless Steel, plus it had a thigh steath.

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http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___40719
Does stuff like this actually work?
 
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erice303 said:
I went canoe camping on the Peace River a few years back. I do not remember what company we rented from, but they will provide all the equipment you need (stove, tent, sleeping bag, ect) you just need to bring food. And you could basically set up you camp on almost the entire River. I had a great time.
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I've found some nice shark teeth and one old indian bead in the Peace River. A friend of mine even found about 3/4s of a Megalodon tooth.
 
For that kind of money I would go for a Becker bk9,which you split wood with. I don't think you need that big of a knife for camping though. If you buy a better quality knife,even if it's smaller it will still serve you better;and you will come to appreciate it a lot more. Think smaller belt knife,and supplement with a machete.
 
Check out Bahia Honda SP, else options on the West coast, e.g. Tarpon Springs, etc. You can also go to Ocala NF, but that is a bit more of a trip. I never backpacked much in FL so I cannot comment on that aspect.

I recommend doing a silicon treatment on most gear, e.g. tent/tarp, packs, etc. Make sure you are allowed to have a campfile, it keeps the bugs away.
 
I decided on a Becker BK11, with my Gerber freeman (folder) for other simple use.

Any gear reccomendations? (I'm totally new to this).
 
It really depends on what you plan to do. I do recommend a wide brimmed hat to keep sun off your head,polarized sunglasses will give your eyes a break,and let you see into the water. Bug spray to keep the bugs off. Maybe a canteen to keep yourself hydrated.

HTH
 
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Check out Bahia Honda SP, else options on the West coast, e.g. Tarpon Springs, etc. You can also go to Ocala NF, but that is a bit more of a trip. I never backpacked much in FL so I cannot comment on that aspect.

I recommend doing a silicon treatment on most gear, e.g. tent/tarp, packs, etc. Make sure you are allowed to have a campfile, it keeps the bugs away.
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I had some friends camp in both Bahia Honda and Everglades NP. They kept talking about how beautiful it was... and how bad the bugs were.

Not really SoFla, but I've camped at Myakka River SP near Sarasota... we were car camping, so not very remote at all, but they did have canoe rentals, hiking trails & some nice scenery. They have a canopy walkway which is pretty cool... it's a few stories up in the trees.

If you just want to chill, Bill Baggs SP on Key Biscayne has some beautiful beach views and primitive camping. I haven't stayed there overnight, but I've been out there in the evenings & mornings and it's gorgeous.
 
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