Events

145 Events Found
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Storytime & Hike With A Ranger

EST

Join a ranger as we read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then a short walk on our Discovery Trail.
Ichetucknee Springs

Fort White, FL

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Gopher Tortoise Hike

EST

Join in a guided hike along the edges of our Maritime Hammock and Beach Dunes to learn more about our amazing Gopher Tortoises. Please meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill.
Anastasia

St. Augustine, FL

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Florida Old Time Music Championships & Gathering

EDT

Florida Old Time Music Championships will be held March 28-30, 2025, at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Personalized Canvas Bags: Flower Pounding Art

EST

Flower pounding, or Tatakizome, is an ancient Japanese technique of hammering plants to create patterns on fabric.
Gamble Rogers

Flagler Beach, FL

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Clean Up The Cove!

EST

Want to join us for a beach, cleanup? Now is your chance!
Sebastian Inlet

Melbourne Beach, FL

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Bat Chat

EST

Seating in the Rec Hall is very limited. Please reserve by calling the park office: 352-726-0315. Thanks to a Boy Scout Eagle project, Fort Cooper has a huge bat house that has 1000's of inhabitants.
Fort Cooper

Inverness, FL

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Bat Viewing

Come join us for a Bat Viewing at Fort Cooper State Park. We will watch as the bats leave their house for their nightly flight & meal. Entrance fee is $3 per vehicle, exact cash, no change provided.
Fort Cooper

Inverness, FL

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Beginning Guided Birding Hike

CDT

Enjoy a hike while learning about bird identification by both sight and sound.
Big Lagoon

Pensacola, FL

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Campfire Dutch Oven Cooking

EST

Join us for a Dutch oven class where we will learn Dutch oven techniques, make several cast-iron dishes and then sample them.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Rim Ramble Hike

EDT

The 1.5-mile trail at Paynes Prairie Preserve winds through a dense upland forest, offering scenic views and varied terrain, offering scenic views and opportunities to observe nature.
Paynes Prairie

Gainesville, FL

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1876 Cow Camp

EST

Step back into the year 1876 as you meander down the trail to the Cow Camp.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Coffee With The Ranger!

EST

Join us for Coffee with the Ranger! Come have coffee or visit with local Park Rangers to learn about the park and its cultural and natural resources, recreation opportunities, or to ask questions.
Fanning Springs

Fanning Springs, FL

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Ranger Nature Walk

EST

One hour ranger walk covering one mile. Meets at Rec Hall across from Tomoka Outpost.
Tomoka

Ormond Beach, FL

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Saturday Welcome Walks

EST

Easy going walk to orient you to the trails. Ideal for newcomers & beginners who'd like a guide. Bring water & sun protection. Port-o-let on site.
Savannas
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Spring Science Day

EST

Bring yourself and your children to join a ranger led program as we explore the importance of seed distribution and recycling.
Wakulla Springs

Tallahassee, FL

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Springfest

EST

Join us for SpringFest, 11 AM–5 PM! Free, family-friendly fun with live animal presentations, tractor rides, three bands, food trucks, and artisan vendors. All ages welcome!
Jonathan Dickinson

Hobe Sound, FL

Programs

The coloring book cover
Program

Color the Real Florida

Florida has 84 natural communities that are home to a variety of plants and animals. Explore coloring pages for eight of these communities by discovering the plants and animals in each habitat.
Composite image of Florida species
Program

Critter Sheets

Critter Sheets are fun ways to learn about Florida's plants and animals and how you can help wildlife in your community. Print or use these images on your device with your favorite coloring app.

Two Girl Scouts doing Junior Ranger activities. Includes superimposed Girl Scouts Love State Parks and Florida State Park logos
Program

Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Check out your all-access-pass to everything you need for your Girl Scouts Love State Parks Virtual Florida Adventure. We have curated a collection of fun activities, park videos and career inspirations just for you.
Jr. Ranger
Program

Junior Ranger Program

The Florida State Parks Junior Ranger Program provides opportunities for young people to learn, serve and share Florida's natural and cultural resources. Participating Florida State Parks are found throughout the state.
Manatee at Homosassa Springs
Program

Manatee Educational Program

Get an up-close view of manatees in their natural environment, one of Florida’s sparkling springs. Learn about these gentle giants from park staff and volunteers.
Homosassa Springs
Operation Recreation Geotour
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Operation Recreation Geotour

The Operation Recreation GeoTour hosted by Geocaching.com, stretches from Pensacola to Key West and includes 71 of the First Three Time National Gold Medal Award Winning Florida State Parks and Trails. Visit 20 caches and win the Official Operation Recreation Geocoin.
The Outsiders Club
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The Outsiders Club

"The Outsiders Club" is an exciting 30-minute program starring kids who explore Florida State Parks and model ways to pursue a healthier, more active, nature-connected lifestyle, featuring camping, fishing, kayaking and hiking.