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Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

 Ranger Programs at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

GENTLE WALK AND TALK
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

First and third Thursday of every month; October through March


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RANGER'S CHOICE
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

2nd & 4th Saturday of the month; November to April.


FREE with regular park entrance fee. These Saturday activities will vary. Program topics may include birding by ear, trees and tracks of the Preserve, exploring Lake Wauberg by canoe/kayak, riding through time on the Gainesville Hawthorne trail, and more! NO PETS.
20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations and details.

Participation Requirements

(352) 466-4100

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WILDLIFE WALK
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Second Saturday of the month, November to April.


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CAMPFIRE PROGRAMS
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Every Saturday evening, November to February.


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JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAM
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Self Guided


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