Events

Tue, Dec 2, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CST

Join a Ranger at the Gator Lake overlook to try and spot American Alligators, Bald Eagles, various wading bird, and many more native species to the state of Florida. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided.

Thu, Dec 4, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am EDT

This guided hike will involve traversing 2 mi around various ecosystems with a ranger focusing
on a topic of their choice. No hike is the same! Bring water, and comfortable shoes for natural
terrain.

Thu, Dec 4, 2025 9:00 am - 10:00 am CST

Join a Park Ranger on a guided nature hike of Camp Helen State Park. The hike will meander through several distinct natural communities, Rangers will discuss the flora and fauna found at the park.

Sat, Dec 6, 2025 9:00 am - 10:00 am CST

Join a Park Ranger for a guided historical tour of the grounds at Camp Helen. Follow as staff share park history from the Hicks family building the historic structures that still stand on the grounds.

Sat, Dec 6, 2025 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm CST

A wonderful holiday tradition in South Walton! Enjoy a walk through luminary lined pathways at Eden Gardens State park after sunset, and tour the historic Wesley house decorated for Christmas.

Sat, Dec 6, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm EDT

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Experience the historic orange grove as Marjorie would have. Enjoy the "firing of the grove" festive music, and tour the festively decorated house.

Sat, Dec 6, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Come enjoy music, food trucks, games and more at Sebastian Inlet State Park!

Tue, Dec 9, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CST

Join a Ranger at the Gator Lake overlook to try and spot American Alligators, Bald Eagles, various wading bird, and many more native species to the state of Florida. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided.

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am EDT

This guided hike will involve traversing 2 mi around various ecosystems with a ranger focusing
on a topic of their choice. No hike is the same! Bring water, and comfortable shoes for natural
terrain.

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Junior Rangers will meet and complete an activity that will earn them a stamp on their passport
to get one step closer to earning a badge, pin, or other awards.

Sat, Dec 13, 2025 9:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

We will be celebrating and documenting our diverse wildlife and ecosystem engineers as we hike along the scenic Seven Mile Trail! You do not need to be tech savvy or a an avid hiker.

Tue, Dec 16, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CST

Join a Ranger at the Gator Lake overlook to try and spot American Alligators, Bald Eagles, various wading bird, and many more native species to the state of Florida. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided.

Thu, Dec 18, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am EDT

We invite you to bring your furry friends out to enjoy a guided 2.5 mile hike around various ecosystems with a ranger
bringing a program of their choice. No hike is the same!

Thu, Dec 18, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am EDT

This guided hike will involve traversing 2 mi around various ecosystems with a ranger focusing
on a topic of their choice. No hike is the same! Bring water, and comfortable shoes for natural
terrain.

Tue, Dec 23, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CST

Join a Ranger at the Gator Lake overlook to try and spot American Alligators, Bald Eagles, various wading bird, and many more native species to the state of Florida. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided.

Thu, Dec 25, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am EDT

This guided hike will involve traversing 2 mi around various ecosystems with a ranger focusing
on a topic of their choice. No hike is the same! Bring water, and comfortable shoes for natural
terrain.