That seems to me, a recipe for extreme danger. However, an acquaintance of mine has also spotted him in that same area, on that bike, and got the same suspicious vibes. Also, why would anyone shoot guns off at night in a natural area? I have spent a great deal of time and quiet nights in the ONF. What is truly the forest is not the towns mentioned previously. There was enough moonlight to see the trail and we thought that would be nice.About a mile later, we saw two pickup trucks coming up a dirt road towards where we were on the trail. To the rest, just trying to enjoy life (what a concept! Especially when most of our communities out here are poor people. It is a very beautiful place. The forest has many secluded trails, swamps, and endless acreage where a person could get in and get out undetected. Just because it has not happened.it certainly has for the people mentioned in these, and in stories all over the news. We got off the Trail and went into the recently burned area and hid behind some bushes. And of course they are lacking in empathy, heart, and considerations. How do you know the FBI has actually got you under surveillance? However, there are many meth heads and numerous Other Drug activities in the neighborhood where I reside. Three national forests lie within Florida's borders, providing habitat to countless plant and animal species, some of which are found nowhere else on the planet. It's beautiful with all the springs and everything God Bless all. Most beautiful place in the forest. Anywhere you go its gunna be like that forest or the city when you meet a random person you instantly put yourself in fight or flight mode. According to the National Forest Service, Ocala National Forest has more than 600 lakes where visitors can see many wild birds, alligators and manatees, and even black bears in this remote area of the state. One of the homeless people counted Thursday afternoon was Ocala native Charles Reason. I live in the Ocala National Forest. If you know what to look for, wild animals are very predictable. Maybe you need to read my comment several times so you can get it! That self defense line doesnt always go well in a court of law. Wake up. Now you have to park and walk to it.There are lots of jeep trails as well as 4 wheeler trails. National forests and grasslands are increasingly being used for residential purposes by people who are homeless or those voluntarily living "off the grid." Public lands can serve as a temporary residence for families, unemployed workers, or those lacking affordable housing. One of the homeless people counted Thursday afternoon was Ocala nativeCharles Reason. (Yet, you're going to use two murders from 1966 as a reason to avoid the springs? I am out there at least 30 nights a year. As for brazen displays ..that happens in my county and the collar counties all the time, as there is a lot of gang activity. There are Deputy Sheriffs at many of the springs. Zillow has 217 homes for sale in Florida matching Ocala National Forest. The National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty examined laws in America that punish. He's been living on $1,129 a month disability income and said he would need about $3,000 for first and last month and security deposit to get into housing. No one is denying your feelings. I'm glad you enjoy it and hope you never face what I did. I'm looking at a little home in salt springs. Jessica Rodriguez, director of ministries with IES, said the agency "relies on the money" allocated by the PIT count. It simply is what it is pure nasty pure trash-. Such as with the DC shooing rampage-at their Naval shipyard, just this week. I have been out in the forest since 1962. The City of Ocala website, ocalafl.org, states the Ocala/Marion County Joint Office of Homeless Prevention oversaw the count. So if the forest is dangerous, or any, look to law enforcement as the possible criminal component. Always a place to beware of some creep turning into a thrill killer, now we have the Mexican drug cartel's hitmen useing this place for a dumping ground. I never carried a weapon, and do not come from a state where guns were accepted, promoted taught, or carried. Continuum of Care partners in Marion County HUD FL-514 include Arnette House, CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion, Creative Services, Inc., Early Learning Coalition, Interfaith Emergency Services, Ocala Housing Authority, Shepard's Lighthouse, Brothers Keeper, Estella Byrd Whitman Clinic, Open Arms Village, Veterans Helping Veterans, the City of Ocala and The Salvation Army. The scariest thing I have ever encountered in the forest was a man. But harmless. Not all of them are like that !!!! I searched the trail for tracks and never found any. Ironic how encountering a human will make you feel truly part of the forest as you use it for shelter. All you have to do is choose a family you wish to help, and then give. Its a scary thing to see a kid no more than 12 or 13 walking down the dirt paths packing semi automatic rifles and hiding in the tree's carrying guns that you usually only see in the movies. Many years ago you could make a "Hunting Buggy" that did not need to meet the same standards as vehicles on the roads. So I glanced at the contents of the baskets in the front and the back of the bike. Your complete guide to The Villages Florida including real estate, relocation guides, golf courses, town squares and everything about life in The Villages Florida. Even the Chicago suburbs have a homeless problem (I have volunteered at a homeless shelter located in a Lutheran church in the northwest suburbs for many years). Good day, Sir. Yes. Tackling Society's Biggest Challenges: Announcing the 2022 Top-Rated Nonprofit Award Winners Ocala Nonprofits and Charities Starting Over Animal Refuge Inc 350 reviews Writer wrote: Melissa Candow runs this Rescue with a determination, dedication, and a heart bigger than the Universe. Safest place in the world as long as you know what you are doing and you know how to protect yourself. I keep hearing (from many sources) how the National forests are becoming these places of severe poverty, drug use, and havens for serial killers, criminals, thieves, and drunken rowdy rednecks. While they may harbor a lot of poverty, these shacks and trailers are not likely to be truly in the forest. Its full of "rainbow people" doing what cults do. People come up from trails behind my house out of the forest all the time at all hours of the day and night. I guess we are the only place in the entire world that has crime..Are you a moron? It gives one a false sense of confidence. Today I went out to the Ocala Natl. Just like in your so called perfect lives, my opinion is stay in your own pathetic world, were ever you be. I walk out my back door and I am in the Forest. Why do people feel they must denigrate others when research, news articles, and eye witness accounts tell the full truth? You'd think the normal reaction would be, 'thanks for the head's up! I am an old, white, tax paying, voting lady with a college degree, a job and a home. Friend of a friend lives alone on her acreage in Weirsdale on Lake County line. You must be a moron, to write crap like this.The Forest like any place else in this world has crime, but then if you look into Ocala, well there crime rate is much higher.So whats the difference?Nothing, nada. alone (and I am a female). There definitely are some ruffians in the group. "The Joint Office of Homeless Prevention is comprised of City of Ocala and Marion County employees and serves as the lead agency for federal funding. Camping out of sight of roads and trails preserves solitude sought by other visitors, and camping away from water helps to protect water quality. If you are not-well, you are foolish!There are lots of people who live on the edge out here, bikers, the KKK. I pray you and your sick mind will burn in hell, and your soul will rot in eternity; never to reincarnate again on a peaceful planet! Never once did I fear anything in these woods. They would slow down where the Florida Trail crossed the road, and then roar off. Ive hiked entire days and never seen a single human. I no longer live in FL to enjoy the forest and I do miss it. Our high school group meet every six months at a restaurant in Wesley Chapel. So, yes, the Guardian statement holds factual, documentable truths. The trick is to know your surroundings. Now we are just 2 miles from Clearwater Lake when we are approaching another dirt road, and notice a flashlight moving towards us, ON THE TRAIL! I got a weird vibe as I went into the store. to the South just because of the weather. I go to the woods for peace, silence, quietness, beauty, and escape from humans. Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More, Location: Schaumburg, IL - Chicago suburb - TV Wannabee. Where do the anti-Forest dudes come from where there is no crime, and how much crime have they checked out in their own back yard. It was difficult and unpleasant. "We have it made", we have fishing, skiing, ATVing, Horse back riding. Well maintained trail with lots of serenity. I have spent decades in the woods hiking alone, as a single female. Years ago it was a fun family area to camp near and around the large lake and now people are terrified to even go near it. That was interesting. Police need to die. It doesnt matter if murders happen elsewhere toothey are happening right in your own Forest. They help with identifying clients through coordinated entry for shelters, homeless prevention, rapid re-housing and case management. Perhaps you are in a smaller rural town and have never experienced situations like this, but I assure you these are common occurrences. Show me one place where you are 100% safeOne story you have not heard about here---is one where someone has gone totally bonkers and randomly killed mass people. I worked for a woman who owned a winter property there for many, many years. Most cops in my opinion should be executed immediately before they can run and hide like nazis on the run. There is just no information out there. You have a different viewpoint. We had to stop and go back to the trees multiple times because now there were 6 trucks! I heard gunshots that evening. View listing photos, review sales history, and use our detailed real estate filters to find the perfect place. Black bears are very dangerous. But again, you are entitled to your feelings, and I will stick with mine also. Not in this lifetime! You are viewing a new design of the TOTV site. We do the rest. There will be a mother close by.Use common sense and do not make yourself an easy target. Never even knew about the two college students that were gunned down there. Accept that as it is fact. IES recently acquired a 14-unit apartment complex on Northeast 14th Street for "permanent supportive housing." Please dont bother coming back here, We dont need people like you sullying up the place.You just assume that the people who accosted you are from the forest but when in reality they were most likely people passing through and down on there luck. We will never night hike or solo camp there again. You know, the one that says, "The body was found in a wooded area." about a hundred times or more all over the world, not just in the forest.ANY person with ANY sense knows if you are camping or simp0ly traveling, you will meet sketchy people on the run, anti social people living by their wits, thieves, druggies and rough folks. Not judging the people that live in those. Unless there are facts to back up these unknown murders or acts of violence then it is called, "shooting the breeze". Its a magical place. What is there to do in Ocala, FL? On colder nights, people are referred to the Salvation Army. If you look back at the statistics of murders that occurred in the forest, say 20 years worth, that number is practically nothing compared to murders that have happened in Ocala over the same period. So be it.Robert, I would report Luveprecious to the US Forest service. I excluded the homicide and the kid killed while at a boot camp as it's rather ludicrous to count them. Not saying they are gonna hurt you. But you have the right to your opinion! OCALA NATIONAL FOREST Bongo drums and flutes echo through the pine trees to entertain the 200 people congregating in the hammock. The world is a crazy place, there is crime everywhere. I keep coming back to read more comments. Wow, I can't help but think of the texas chainsaw massacre movies when reading an these comments. Has anyone had any crazy experiences out there? Luve is in denial and probably one of those less desirable creators in the forest that cause other's property to grow legs.Anyway, thanks for posting this, now I know I better carry my gun on me when I visit ONC next time. "Interfaith Emergency Services relies on the ESG-Emergency Housing Grant that was received through the COC (Continuum of Care) to help provide services and case management. I also go to the Rainbow Gatherings . Really? Anything can happen anywhere. take care and be safe near the forest! All Ocala National Forest campgrounds allow pets, but they must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and are not permitted in designated swimming and picnic areas. My friend had his 20G and I had my 12G with plenty of slugs. Reason, 66, said setbacks including his wife's stroke and admission to a nursing home were factors in him becoming homeless about five years ago. Just since I moved here a couple years ago there have been several girls murdered and more than a couple people who have vanished or been brutalized out there. Because when I was younger I did walk in their shoes to. . I don't actually know, and I know little about those folk. We received $135,000in the July 2020-June 2021 grant cycle," Rodriguez stated in an email. In2020,150 people were living unsheltered and 226 people were in emergency shelters while 147 people were in transitional housing. Lots of Pretty deer. My heart goes out to the victims but its like Most of yal said its dangerous everywhere. I really want to thank those who publish information regarding the "darker" side of the Ocala National Forest.I'm a member of one of the local paranormal groups, and we have been spending a lot of time in the Forest in an attempt to substantiate some of the claims of hauntings out there.When we have substantiation of some of the less than fortunate events that have occurred out there, it helps us get at least some idea what locations to focus on.Thus far, we have been able to gather some photographic and audio evidence in at least one area. I checked back with the clerk the next day to make sure he was safe. Why blame the forest? It is a haul for groceries unless there has been a store opened that area. Go ahead and tempt fate, play with fire. I and my family have never come across any of the evil that has been reported in this blog. Humans, on the other hand, present false facades quite frequently. ABSOLUTELY!!! Ive been hiking, biking, camping, and 4wheeling the Ocala National Forest for 30 years now. Just be very aware of your surroundings. All rights reserved. I saw a man (mid-20s - early 30s) 2 nights ago at the 24 hour Mobil station on route 40 in Silver Springs. What northern Florida lacks in the glitz and glamour of the south, it more than makes up for in natural, rugged beauty. Back now after all of these years. I have also run across vehicles that are homes to some unfortunate persons. Figure it out since your the expert! You can bet they're all well prepared. Yes, I've heard guns going off at night and some hunters wait by small ponds in the forest and use night-vision scopes to hunt. The mega city is usually quickyou are shot and you die. Ocala National Forest Established in 1908 as the first National Forest east of the Mississippi, the Ocala National Forest is a mecca for hikers and campers, and the birthplace of the Florida Trail Astor, Salt Springs, Silver Springs, Paisley, Palatka ( 29.25738, -81.681137 ) 655 shares Resources Overview Springs of the Ocala National Forest Hiking boots, ball cap, backpack and walking stick.. Thats it. She recently sold her property because she is done with FL as a place to live. It was only because I had a gun that I got out with life and limb. It tells about a few of the problems law enforcement has had in the Forest. But, growing up here when I was younger we still had the drugs just different drugs. Thanks for the great story. The forest contains the largest concentration of sand pine in the world as well as some of the best remaining stands of longleaf pine in central Florida. Unidentified bodies are regularly discovered in remote corners of the wilderness. Tags Ocala Ocala National Forest About Andrea Sarcos Andrea is a reporter for WUFT News and can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org. Walking in the woods on the weekends down isolated trails at night is a recipe for trouble. While I was a little pissed cuz he could of helped us. After his murder they tried to dump his body in the Forest. It is a beautiful place to live, come for hunting (animals), and for recreational purposes. Do not leave valuables in site. I have lived in the Ocala national forest for a good portion of my life. I have always been very well armed and if I feel threatened I will kill you. The people live in towns and cities where there is no crime or rough people and where there are alot of police to protect them from country folk. Only peace. We left our RV at in the managers parking lot (for a fee) at Clearwater Lake because we were told not to park overnight at the Florida Trail trailhead, due to reports of vandalism there.We decided to hike past the campground at Alexander Springs since it was full and it was still early in the afternoon. He walked about six miles from Juniper Springs. Ocala National Forest Campgrounds. It needs to have plenty of gas and if you are going to be driving on trails, it needs to be a 4 wheel drive. Most my time spent there has been around the Juniper springs area and maybe that has something to do with it. If you look for forums talking about the peace, tranquility, and serenity of the forest, you will also be able to find that. The head of SOZO gives a presentation in TV every once in a while. Doesnt mean I havent experienced any weirdness though. Most of these high use areas are patrolled by Forest Rangers. The scenic beauty of the Ocala National Forest's 400,000 acres of wilderness draws nearly 3 million visitors a year, making it one of the most-visited national forests east of the. It makes absolutely no sense. Then we came to another road, saw headlights coming and waited behind some trees for them to pass. we said we were stuck and he said oh okay and just turned around left. Wow, it makes me sad to see the amount of people who think ONF is a truly dangerous place. Lisa Marie, Some of us work in law enforcement, or in the justice system in a mental health or criminologist capacity. Mobile home14.4 mi to Ocala National Forest. Yes, crime happens everywhere, but National Forests.ALL National Forest are very common. Altonna and Alexander Springs are a couple examples. There have been bodies, human skulls, bones, etc found on a regular basis over the past decades in my regions natural areas. There are crazies everywhere, but as long as you are vigilant, it is very unlikely that you will experience an encounter like those described in the article. Count volunteer Kelley Mims, with the City of Ocala, said there are "quite a few" homeless encampments outside of the city limits. It happens. I think there is danger lurking among the shadows in lots of areas of the Forest although there are, of course, lots of places to enjoy. Even the Chicago suburbs have a homeless problem (I have volunteered at a homeless shelter located in a Lutheran church in the northwest suburbs for many years). One thing this blog did show you and you should pay attention to is, "never let your guard down-unfortunately, evil does exists." Never approach bear cubs!! As I get older, I am less impulsive and wiser. There are homeless people and criminals living out there in tents and homemade huts. He was standing by the side of the building, away from the light. I doubt few would do that intentionally. 13 people killed in a blink of an eye.You can have your city living, it is no longer for me.The ONF has 607 square miles of natural, beautiful forest. They also have the Florida trail that cuts almost 100 miles through the forest along with a 100 mile horse trail. I understand the author's point in the article, which is that some of the missing people have never been found and were last seen near the forest. This is false. "When we come across an unsheltered individual seeking assistance, we typically try to get them into an emergency shelter or transitional housing program (a)lthough some may refuse," she wrote. it's a shame that there is no place that is safe from the madness of humans. In my 40 years of Living out here and growing up out here, I have had few issues definitely had to run off meth heads from dealing outside my property fence for many years. Then to top it off you have people of all ages from probably 12 to 80 carrying guns and hunting the poor wildlife out there. Thank you to the author Those disappearances and murders DID happen. With more than 600 natural lakes and ponds, its sand pine scrub ecosystem, camping and plenty of rooms for off-road vehicles, you ain't seen nothin' yet. It is happening in YOUR forest too. I keep doing stupid, what are the odds that stupid will not eventually turn out badly? The four wheelers tear up the foot paths and take away any peace and quiet you might be trying to get. One of the men had . I immediately got in my car, locked the door and drove off. It has definitely gotten out of hand. Human nature hasn't changed. My Cart martin hotel salad dressing; best man speech examples childhood friend; growing up poor claymore where are they now; nicolas duvalier net worth. Great blog! SOME OF OUR SPONSORS The forest has long been my place of reverie and reflection. I haven't fished there since. Listen to The Last Ride podcast, Episode 4: The Polygraphs, Marion OKs supportive housing units for Interfaith, $4 million in American Rescue Plan money, New Ocala VA Clinic is 'modern,' 'fresh' and 'comfortable,' Marion County veterans say, Ocala grandmother who died in crash kept the family together, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. It is a pretty well populated area so most of the locals probably keep an eye out for suspicious activity. Never have I felt threatened by humans or animals. Lisamarie1250, thats quite the silly comment! For those who cannot understand the nature of being self sufficient and living with nature, carrying a weapon for safety, being responsible for what you leave behind, leaving no footprint, not desecrating the land, etc., stay in your comfortable box and never venture out.The climate of distrust is incited by the media. Electrical power outlets are available, and a portable bathroom is on site. 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