Events | Florida State Parks

Storytime & Hike With A Ranger

Mon, Dec 8, 2025 10:30 am - 11:30 am EST

Ranger reads nature themed book followed by guided hike of nearby nature trails, no longer than 1 mile. Large, thick wheeled strollers recommended. Bring water & sun protection. Restrooms provided.

Jensen Beach, FL

Interpretivepine Flatwoods Hike With Fl Master Naturalist

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 9:30 am - 10:30 am EST

Easy going 1.5 mi interpretive hike with stops to elaborate on key plants and historical uses of the land. The hike is approximately 1.5 hrs. Bring water & sun protection. Restrooms available. Meets at pavilion.

Jensen Beach, FL

Winter Solstice Drum Circle

Sun, Dec 21, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm EDT

Borrow drums to join together in rhythm celebrating the solstice. First half is instruction on African drums, second half is playing the rhythms. Bring chair & bug spray as event is under a pavilion.

Jensen Beach, FL

Jensen Under The Stars

Sat, Dec 27, 2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Treasure Coast Astronomical Society will bring 5-7 telescopes for visitors to stargaze & describe celestial objects. Bring cell phone for pics & bug spray. Restrooms available on site.

Jensen Beach, FL

Interpretive Scrub Hike With Florida Master Naturalist

Sun, Dec 28, 2025 9:00 am - 10:30 am EDT

Interpretive 0.9 mi hike over sugar sand hills, marsh & hammock with frequent stops to describe the plants and history of the area. No restrooms at this site. Bring water, sun protection.

Jensen Beach, FL

The coloring book cover

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

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

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

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

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

Operation Recreation Geotour

The Operation Recreation GeoTour, hosted by Geocaching.com, stretches from Pensacola to Key West and includes some of Florida's award-winning state parks! Visit 20 caches and win the Official Operation Recreation Geocoin.

The Outsiders Club

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.