Events

351 Events Found
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Junior Ranger Club Meeting

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.
Wekiwa Springs

Apopka, FL

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Bat Chat

EDT

Seating in the Rec Hall is very limited. Please reserve by calling the park office: 352-726-0315. Thanks to a Boy Scout Eagle project, Fort Cooper has a huge bat house that has 1000's of inhabitants.
Fort Cooper

Inverness, FL

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Bat Viewing

EDT

Come join us for a Bat Viewing at Fort Cooper State Park. We will watch as the bats leave their house for their nightly flight & meal. Entrance fee is $3 per vehicle, exact cash, no change provided.
Fort Cooper

Inverness, FL

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Insect Walk On The Magnolia Loop Trail

EDT

Join us for a nighttime adventure on the Magnolia Loop Trail in the Recreation Area as we explore the fascinating world of insects!
Maclay Gardens

Tallahassee, FL

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Saturday Welcome Walks

EDT

Easy going walk to orient you to the trails. Ideal for newcomers & beginners who'd like a guide. Bring water & sun protection. Composting toilet on site. Meets at Canoe Launch Pavilion.
Savannas

Port St. Lucie, FL

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Advanced Birding Workshop

EDT

Take a deeper dive into birding at Tomoka State Park.
Tomoka

Ormond Beach, FL

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Ranger Read Along ~ November

EDT

A monthly program featuring classic children's literature. Adults and children welcome. Refreshments served. free with park admission.
Ravine Gardens

Palatka, FL

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Florida Heritage Day

EST

Join us in celebrating Florida's rich past with a living-history timeline celebrating several key periods in Florida history, music, folk crafts, and pioneer games for children.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Living History Weekend Day 1

EST

Join us at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park for our Living History Weekend, where you'll experience what life was like in a coastal fortification during the 1860's.
Fort Taylor

Key West, FL

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1876 Cow Camp

EDT

Step back into the year 1876 as you meander down the trail to the Cow Camp.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Junior Ranger

EDT

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

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Safari Tram Tour

EDT

Explore the diverse natural beauty of Silver Springs on this engaging tram tour led by our knowledgeable park volunteers! Tram must be reserved through EventBrite and is included with admission.
Silver Springs

Silver Springs, FL

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Ranger Program

EST

A different experience every weekend! Come join us every Saturday and Sunday for a Ranger-led program. Program is included with park admission and is usually an hour in length.
Silver Springs

Silver Springs, FL

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Music In The Park - Calico 80s Band

EST

Celebrate autumn at Highlands Hammock! The Calico 80s Band will kick off the 2025-2026 Music in the Park concert series with a unique blend of hits from the 1980s and the best Southern rock.
Highlands Hammock

Sebring, FL

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Sunrise Paddle

EDT

Wake up and glide into the day with a peaceful paddle down one of Florida's most beautiful rivers!
Ichetucknee Springs

Fort White, FL

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Living History Weekend Day 2

EST

Join us at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park for our Living History Weekend, where you'll experience what life was like in a coastal fortification during the 1860's.
Fort Taylor

Key West, 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
Program

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
Program

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.