Events

162 Events Found
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Earth Day Litter Rodeo

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Travel down the beach or road side with a park ranger to collect, record, and dispose of trash! The Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center will help celebrate the start of sea turtle nesting season. Registration is required.
Rish Recreation Area

Port St. Joe, FL

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Make a Difference

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Celebrate Earth Day at Constitution Convention Museum State Park! Join park rangers for a tree planting on the grounds.
Constitution Convention

Port St. Joe, FL

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Spanish-American War Garrison Day One

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 10:00 am - 6:00 pm EDT

Learn what being in the military in the 1890s was like, what kind of weapons were used, and why a fort in northern Florida was important to the defense of a nation at war with Spain.
Fort Clinch

Fernandina Beach, FL

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34th Annual Earth Day & 14th Annual Florida Scrub-Jay Fest

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT

Two events to bring awareness & the importance of protecting what we have. Enjoy a guided tram tours, hikes, music, photo exhibit, kids activities, family-friendly booths, food and a scrub-jay presentation.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Ranger Choice Program

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Join our park rangers for a different program each week.
Manatee Springs

Chiefland, FL

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A Star Party

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm EDT

Join the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society to view the night sky at Gold Head Branch State Park.
Gold Head

Keystone Heights, FL

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Pack Walk

Sun, Apr 23, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am EDT

Marion County Animal Services brings shelter dogs to the park for their monthly Pack Walk.
Silver Springs

Silver Springs, FL

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Guided Salt Run Paddle

Sun, Apr 23, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Join in a guided paddle down our beautiful salt run and experience the diverse wildlife and peaceful scenery. Space is limited; registration is requested.
Anastasia

St. Augustine, FL

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Spanish-American War Garrison Day Two

Sun, Apr 23, 2023 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT

Learn what being in the military in the 1890s was like, what kind of weapons were used, and why a fort in northern Florida was important to the defense of a nation at war with Spain.
Fort Clinch

Fernandina Beach, FL

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Beach Hike Series

Mon, Apr 24, 2023 8:15 am - 10:15 am EDT

Join a park ranger for a 3/4-mile or 2-mile hike along our beautiful shoreline every Monday in April. Registration required.
Rish Recreation Area

Port St. Joe, FL

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Wildland Fire: Shaping Florida's Landscape

Fri, Apr 28, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am EDT

Discover the origins of prescribed fire and the role it plays in shaping Florida's natural environment from a park ranger and prescribed fire manager. Reservations are required.
Koreshan

Estero, FL

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Wading Adventure

Fri, Apr 28, 2023 9:30 am - 11:30 am EDT

Explore the St. Joseph Bay with park staff and volunteers to view and learn about local sea creatures. Space is limited; registration is required.
St Joseph

Port St. Joe, FL

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1876 Cow Camp

Sat, Apr 29, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT

Travel back in time to 1876 as you meander down the trail to the Cow Camp.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Pine Needle Basket Class

Sat, Apr 29, 2023 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT

Traditional pine needle basketry is taught by Dade's experienced volunteers. All materials are provided to make a longleaf pine needle basket. Preregistration is required.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Ranger Choice Program

Sat, Apr 29, 2023 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Join our park rangers for a different program each week.
Manatee Springs

Chiefland, FL

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Beach Hike Series

Mon, May 1, 2023 8:15 am - 10:15 am EDT

Join a park ranger for a 3/4-mile or 2-mile hike along our beautiful shoreline every Monday in May. Motorized beach wheelchairs will be available. Registration is required.
Rish Recreation Area

Port St. Joe, 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
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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
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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.