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Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens. Photo by Sarah Bethea.

Calling all weekend warriors! Give hiking a try at these local trails

Sarah Bethea Aug 23, 2018

Appalachian Trail. Pacific Crest Trail. Mountains-to-Sea Trail. These are just a few of the long-distance hiking trails that we have in the United States. In fact, in 2015 it was determined by the American...

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Most of UNF's nature trails have reopened after Hurricane Irma.

Red Maple Boardwalk reopens after two years

Chelsea Foster and Carly Kramer Aug 22, 2018

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7E22HhMwP48[/embedyt] UNF’s Red Maple Boardwalk reopened on Tuesday, Aug. 21. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to commemorate the two-year long construction...

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A seasonal pest: Yellow flies torment nature trail visitors

A seasonal pest: Yellow flies torment nature trail visitors

Khorri Newton Jun 14, 2018

Within the past two or three weeks, outdoor adventurers, runners and trail-lovers alike have been tormented by more than just mosquitoes and the hot Florida sun. While trying to enjoy a nice day out on...

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The nature trails were severely damaged by hurricane activity in 2016. 

Michael Herrera

Nature Trails Repaired and Finished

Hannah Lee Jan 28, 2018

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJClMnmaQIM[/embedyt] Video by Alexandra Torres-Perez   The Red Maple Boardwalk, one of the oldest and most popular trails at UNF has been closed...

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A large tree fell close to the Student Wellness Complex. Photo by Ronnie Rodgers

Nature trails closed due to Irma

Samantha Chaney Sep 19, 2017

The UNF nature trails are currently closed due to safety concerns following Hurricane Irma. Multiple trees and debris have fallen as a result of the hurricane that blew through Florida last week,...

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Florida to implement new Tax Free Weekend

Florida to implement new Tax Free Weekend

Hannah Lee May 31, 2017

  In a long line of Florida Legislation that has been signed into law by Governor Rick Scott, this weekend will be tax free for certain items for ‘disaster preparedness’. The legislation...

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A look into the early days of President Mims

A look into the early days of President Mims

Hannah Lee May 26, 2017

Student Government President Samantha Mims sat down with Spinnaker to discuss her plans for the summer and some of her plans for the fall. “The first couple of weeks have been great,” said Mims....

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Photo by Tyler van Voorthuijser

Nature trails open again after damage from Hurricane Matthew

Joslyn Simmons Oct 17, 2016

The UNF nature trails are reopened after temporarily being closed due to Hurricane Matthew’s damage. Last week, the open zip lining was canceled because of tree damage. A smaller area that includes...

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Children's book on UNF wildlife aims to spread awareness of local environment

Children’s book on UNF wildlife aims to spread awareness of local environment

Luke Barber Dec 10, 2015
Proceeds from 'A Home for Ozzie' will help repair closed portions of the Robert W. Loftin Nature Trails.
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Budget and Allocations Committee holds discussion on Nov. 2. 

Photo by Jeremy Collard

SG committees expand Sawmill Slough Preserve, talk free printing

Jeremy Collard Nov 3, 2015
During the Nov. 2 committee meetings, senators met to discuss the possible expansion of UNF’s nature preserve and announced a funding request for a free printing program this spring.
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Encounters with the supernatural at UNF

Joseph Pike Oct 24, 2014
The University of North Florida is not a stranger to urban legends. There are several tales of hauntings taking place around the campus, ranging, in location, from Lot 18 to Osprey Hall.
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Student Body President apologizes for racial slur ‘hiccup’

Lydia Moneir Oct 17, 2014
Student Body President Joseph Turner could be heard saying the word "n-----" as he addressed the Senate during the Oct. 13 meeting. Turner apologizes to those who were offended by the impressions of his nervous 'hiccup.'
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