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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.


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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.


FREE with regular park entrance fee or campsite. Ranger-led campfire programs about Paynes Prairie's cultural and natural resources will vary weekly. Topics may include the Timucuan Indians, native medicinal plants, pottery of the past, flint knapping and atlatls, wild horses, bison, cattle and tales of Cracker Cowboys, William Bartram's Travels, wildlife of the Preserve, birds of prey, snakes, alligators, and more. Programs begin at dusk. Bring your marshmallows. Call the Ranger Station for the program start time and topic (352) 466-3397. NO PETS.

(352) 466-3397

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JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAM
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Self Guided


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