Leon County Commissioner Rick Minor Selected as Trekker for Florida Wildlife Corridor Expedition
Leon County Commissioner Rick Minor has been selected to participate as a trekker in the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation’s Longleaf to Lighthouse Expedition, a week-long journey beginning April 21 that will trace the critical corridor connection from the Red Hills region to the St. Marks Lighthouse on the Gulf Coast.
“Commissioner Minor’s selection as a trekker reflects Leon County’s deep commitment to conservation and environmental stewardship,” said Leon County Commission Chairman Christian Caban. “The Florida Wildlife Corridor is a vital resource, and we are proud to have one of our commissioners contributing to efforts that protect it for future generations.”
Minor is one of several elected officials selected to join landowners, scientists and storytellers on the expedition, which will be documented in a companion film. The journey highlights the corridor’s role in connecting wildlife habitat and working lands across the Apalachee Region, just outside Leon County and Tallahassee, the heart of Florida’s conservation decision-making.
“The Longleaf to Lighthouse Expedition is an extraordinary opportunity to see firsthand how local and state decisions impact our green spaces and waterways,” said Leon County District 3 Commissioner Rick Minor. “In the Big Bend and throughout Florida, we must find ways to accommodate growth while preserving our natural resources for future generations. On the expedition we’ll be learning from scientists and conservation professionals to gain insights on how to accomplish this.”
The Florida Wildlife Corridor spans 18 million acres across the state, linking critical habitat for wildlife while supporting Florida’s water supply, agriculture and outdoor recreation. The corridor was formally recognized by the Florida Legislature through the Florida Wildlife Corridor Act.
"Commissioner Minor doesn't just set policy on conservation and protecting our natural resources—he lives it every day," said Leon County Administrator Vincent S. Long. "I can't think of a better person to represent Leon County on this expedition."
All are invited to join Commissioner Rick Minor and other elected officials as they kick off their journey at the Longleaf to Lighthouse Expedition Launch & Community Cycle on Tuesday, April 21, starting at 7:30 a.m. at Paradise Park, 403 S. Broad St., in Thomasville, Georgia. Register for the event through Eventbrite.
The Longleaf to Lighthouse expedition is being filmed and photographed to document and create a short film about the experience, which is expected to be released in Fall 2026. Follow along on the expedition in real time on our Instagram and Facebook @floridawildlifecorridor with #longleaftolighthouse.
For more information about the Longleaf to Lighthouse Expedition, visit FloridaWildlifeCorridor.org.
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