Events | Florida State Parks

Beach And Estuary Walk

Fri, Feb 6, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am EST

Join a park ranger for a leisurely walk over the estuary and along the beach to discover the natural treasures of the Lovers Key shoreline.

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Shell Walk

Fri, Feb 13, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am EST

Join a park ranger for a shelling trip along the Lovers Key shoreline.

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Fishing Clinic

Wed, Feb 18, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am EST

Join park naturalists to learn more about fishing in Southwest Florida.

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Walk On The Wild Side

Fri, Feb 20, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am EST

Join a park ranger for a guided hike along our Black Island Trail.

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Jr. Ranger Program

Sat, Feb 21, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

:Join a park ranger for a Junior Ranger educational program and accompanying activity to explore the four components of the Junior Ranger program:

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Shore Bird Stroll

Fri, Feb 27, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am EST

Join a park ranger on a guided walk down the shoreline and discover some of the birds that call the beach here at Lovers Key home.

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Beach Cleanup

Sat, Feb 28, 2026 9:00 am - 10:00 am EST

Join a park ranger for a beach cleanup at Mid-Beach.

Fort Myers 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.