Events

13 Events Found
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Junior Ranger Academy

Thu, Mar 19, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm EDT

Join us for the Junior Ranger Academy—fun outdoor adventures and cool nature activities await!
Koreshan

Estero, FL

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Florida Scrub Jay Festival 2026

Sat, Mar 21, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT

Have some fun while you learn about conservation efforts for the endemic Florida Scrub Jay! Enjoy Guided Hikes - Food Trucks - Games - Kids Activities - Exhibitors - Live Music - Karaoke, and more!
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Springfest

Sat, Mar 21, 2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT

Join us for SpringFest at Jonathan Dickinson State Park, featuring local vendors, food trucks, live music, guided hikes, and family-friendly fun celebrating nature and community.
Jonathan Dickinson

Hobe Sound, FL

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Night Sky Viewing With The Villages Astronomy Club

Sat, Mar 21, 2026 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm EDT

Join us under the night sky to view constellations, planets and more with the Villages Astronomy Club. If the sky is overcast we will do a night walk in the place of sky viewing.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Spring Drum Circle

Sun, Mar 22, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

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

Jensen Beach, FL

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Manatee Adoption Event

Wed, Mar 25, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT

View both resident and wild manatees up close, listen to an educational program, then "adopt" one as your very own from Save The Manatee Club!
Homosassa Springs

Homosassa, FL

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Eggs In The Park

Sat, Apr 4, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Free annual event for children ages 0-12 and their families. Egg hunt starts promptly at 10 am for all ages followed by several games and relays.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Gopher Torotise Habitat Restoration Day

Fri, Apr 10, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Join our AmeriCorps Volunteers in improving gopher tortoise habitat by removing invasive plants from sandy hills of Hawks Bluff. Bring re-fillable water bottle, sun protection, & gardening gloves.
Savannas

Jensen Beach, FL

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April 2026 Cleanup

Sat, Apr 11, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

April 2026 Cleanup: This month we will be removing marine debris from the rocky shoreline at Indian Key. Space is limited to only 15 volunteers and pre-registration via email is required.
Lignumvitae Key

Islamorada, FL

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2026 Earth Day Beach Cleanup

Sat, Apr 11, 2026 8:00 am - 10:00 am CDT

Come helps us keep the Emerald Coast pristine. In honor of Earth Day, Henderson Beach State Park will be a participating location for the Destin/Ft Walton Beach 2026 Earth Day Beach Cleanup.
Henderson Beach

Destin, FL

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Full Moon Night Sounds Concert

Sat, Apr 11, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

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

Vero Beach, FL

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Respect Your Mother

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm EDT

Respect Your Mother. Expolre the real Florida on guided excursions. Discover Florida's natural wonders with our community partners. Take in the beauty of the park with music and food for purchase.
Hillsborough River

Thonotosassa, FL

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Breakfast With A Park Ranger

Wed, Apr 22, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Join a park ranger for a campfire Dutch Oven breakfast followed by a nature history walk and an Earth Day craft.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, 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 Logo Banner
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 some of Florida's award-winning state parks! 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.