Outdoors & Nature Insider

Trek Ten Trails participants at Lake Kissimmee Credit: Catch Central Florida

Like the outdoors? Like geocaching? Then you will absolutely love Polk County's Trek Ten Trails program!

Currently in its second year, the Trek Ten Trails program officially began back in November, but there's still plenty of time to take part in this fantastic event that's perfect for a family outing or a solo adventure.

1. Get Your Card

The first thing you'll need to do is pick up a validation card from any place that is part of the Polk County Library cooperative - click here for a list of locations. You can also download an official validation card here. After you have your validation card, choose 10 of the 15 featured trails that you would like to complete.

2. Now comes the fun part - it's time to go geocaching!

Once you've located a geocache, you'll find a validation stamp inside. Stamp your card and continue on until you've located at least ten of trails.

3. Mail in Your Card

Mail in your card by October 5, 2009, and receive a certificate of completion. Oh, you'll also be eligible to win some cool prizes as well!

The 2009 Trek Ten Again Grand Finale Celebration is set for October 31, 2009, so make plans to attend.

For more information on the Trek Ten Trails program, please visit www.friendsoftheparks.net.

See you on the trail!