Ranger Programs - Northeast District
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TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY: NOW AND THEN
Crystal River Archaeological State Park
Off-site schools as requested.
DUDLEY FARM HISTORIC PARK TOUR
Dudley Farm Historic State Park
Second Saturday of the month. October to January, March and May. Starting at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Visitors Center.
TRADITIONAL CRAFTS & DOMESTIC SKILLS
Dudley Farm Historic State Park
Each Wednesday of the month EXCEPT the 3rd Wednesday, and holidays and December.
VARIOUS RANGER PROGRAMS
Manatee Springs State Park
Offered every Saturday during the months of October, November, February & March.
MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS HOUSE TOUR
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park
MARJORIE K. RAWLINGS AND BLACK HISTORY
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park
GENTLE WALK AND TALK
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
First and third Thursday of every month; October through March
JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAM
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Self Guided
Are you interested in exploring nature and history? Would you like to learn more about Paynes Prairie while doing fun games and activities? Then become a Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Junior Ranger! Junior Rangers learn about the wildlife and history unique to Paynes Prairie as well as park stewardship and outdoor safety as they explore the park through the Junior Ranger Activity Guide.
Come by the Visitor Center (9am – 4pm), the Ranger Station (8am – sunset) or to the La Chua Interpretation Trailer (only weekends) to pick up your Junior Ranger Activity Guide. When you finish at least 5 activities in the booklet, bring it back to get your official Junior Ranger badge and certificate!
Please note that we do not maintain sufficient copies to supply large groups such as schools, churches, and other organizations. Please download the booklet and make sufficient copies prior to your visit.
Junior Ranger Book (PDF - 4.76KB)
We suggest a donation of $4.00 for the booklet, badge and certificate. All donations will go to the Friends of Paynes Prairie for the continued support of the Junior Ranger program. Thank you.
Contact: Amber Roux, Park Services Specialist at 352-466-4966 for questions
(352) 466-3397
RANGER'S CHOICE
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
2nd & 4th Saturday of the month; November to April.
CAMPFIRE/CAMPING PROGRAM
Rainbow Springs State Park
Saturdays, May through August; starting around Sunset
BEGINNING JEWELRY CLASS
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Wednesdays and Saturdays - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY CLASS
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Wednesdays and Saturdays - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
BLACKSMITHING WORKSHOP
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
JUNIOR BLACKSMITHING WORKSHOP
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
WORKING CRAFTSMEN AND CLASSES IN CRAFT SQUARE
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Call park for dates and times.
FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Call park for dates and times.
