Events

24 Events Found
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Turkey Trot - Guided Hike

Thu, Nov 26, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Before the big Thanksgiving dinner, join a park ranger for a 2.5-mile guided hike.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Full Moon Hike Through Lake Overstreet Trails

Mon, Nov 30, 2020 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm EST

Join us on a full moon hike through Lake Overstreet trails with Park Ranger Billy Blair.
Maclay Gardens

Tallahassee, FL

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Ranger-Guided Nature Hike

Thu, Dec 3, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am CST

Join park ranger staff for a nature hike on Camp Helen's user-friendly trail system, and learn about the park's flora and fauna and the larger ecosystem of the Florida Panhandle.
Camp Helen

Panama City Beach, FL

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Walk on the Wild Side

Fri, Dec 4, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join a guided trail hike and learn about the fascinating vegetation and wildlife of the maritime hammock. Do some bird-watching and learn a little local history.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Camp Helen History Tour

Sat, Dec 5, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am CST

Explore the early beginnings of Camp Helen State Park on a guided history tour.
Camp Helen

Panama City Beach, FL

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Guided Hike

Sat, Dec 5, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Join a park ranger for a 2.5-mile round-trip hike on one of the beautiful hiking trails at Lake Kissimmee State Park.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Fishing Clinic

Tue, Dec 8, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Learn about a variety of tackle and fresh bait rigs. Find out about the regulations that pertain to game fishing in Southwest Florida. You might even learn a few of the secrets that local anglers swear by.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Birding Beach Walk

Wed, Dec 9, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Look for birds with a park naturalist and learn how to identify them. Get tips on other places in the park where you might find great birding. Feel free to bring your binoculars or camera.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Sea Turtle Talk

Fri, Dec 11, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Learn about the fascinating lifecycle and journeys of the marine turtles that visit Lovers Key each summer. Learn about their nesting behavior and what you can do to help protect them.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Guided Hike

Sat, Dec 12, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Join a park ranger for a 2.5 mile guided hike.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Guided Kayak Trip

Fri, Dec 18, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Take a 90-minute paddle down the Zipper Canal that flows through the center of the park to Lake Rosalie.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Walk On The Wild Side

Fri, Dec 18, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join a guided hike on our Black Island Trail. Learn about the fascinating vegetation and wildlife that inhabit this maritime hammock. Do some bird-watching and learn a little local history.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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First Day Hike

Fri, Jan 1, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Start the new year with a hike along Black Island Trail, and enjoy fresh air and beautiful scenery. Do some bird-watching and learn a little local history.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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First Day Hike

Fri, Jan 1, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Start the new year off on the right foot and join a park ranger for a guided hike.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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21st Annual Scrub-Jay 5K & 10K Virtually Anywhere Race

Sat, Jan 2 - 10, 2021 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST

Oscar Scherer's 21st Annual Scrub-Jay 5K & 10K Race is virtually everywhere this year. With registration you can participate in the race anywhere you choose.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Birding Beach Walk

Wed, Jan 6, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join a park naturalist to look for birds and learn how to identify them, and get tips on other places where you might find great birding. Bring your binoculars or camera.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Programs

The coloring book cover
Program

Color the Real Florida

Florida has 84 natural communities which are home to a variety of plants and animals living together. 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.

Celebrate Greenways and Trails Month
Program

Florida's Greenways and Trails

In celebration of Florida Greenways and Trails Month, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection invites you to explore the unique paths found throughout the Sunshine State.
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 the opportunity 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
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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
Program

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
Program

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.