Events

656 Events Found
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First Saturday Work Day

Sat, May 4, 2019 8:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

The first Saturday of each month, our Florida Conservation Corps members will provide an opportunity for those in the community who may need volunteer service hours for school, scouts or other civic groups, or who just want to help the park.
Maclay Gardens

Tallahassee, FL

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First Weekend Union Garrison

Sat, May 4, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Travel back in time to 1864 when the Union Army's New York Engineers were in the process of building one of the newest forts in the federal fort system. Reenactors and first-person interpreters bring history alive with stories of growing up in 1860s America.
Fort Clinch

Fernandina Beach, FL

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First Saturday Militia Muster

Sat, May 4, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 am EDT

Experience musket firing demonstrations as the Castillo de San Marcos Militia trains with the Fort Mose Militia.
Fort Mose

Saint Augustine, FL

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Watercolor Class

Sat, May 4, 2019 9:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Watercolor painting with our skilled volunteer. Enjoy tips or just do your own thing.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Beginning Birding

Sat, May 4, 2019 9:00 am - 10:00 am CDT

Great for all ages and levels - enjoy a short beginning birding program and a bird walk to the lookout point and to/from Long Pond!
Big Lagoon

Pensacola, FL

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Air Potato Rodeo and Invasive Plant Round-Up

Sat, May 4, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

The Air Potato Rodeo is coming to town, so help us remove the invasive air potato vine! Wrangling up them pesky spuds has never been more fun! Cool prizes and good food!
Ravine Gardens

Palatka, FL

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Nature Adventures

Sat, May 4, 2019 10:00 am - 11:30 am EDT

Join us for activities that encourage kids to discover, explore and have fun! Topics may include wildlife, insects, freshwater ecology, scavenger hunts, paddling, nature hikes and more!
Jonathan Dickinson

Hobe Sound, FL

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Yoga At The Hopper

Sat, May 4, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Instructor Maggie Rucker will lead an all-levels yoga class on the first Saturday of the month.
Devils Millhopper

Gainesville, FL

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Mornings With A Ranger

Sat, May 4, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Spend the morning with a Ranger and discuss various topics that make Fanning Springs special! Topics may include our local history, native plants vs. invasive plants, ecological burning and its benefits and/or wildlife, such as manatees in the spring.
Fanning Springs

Fanning Springs, FL

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Monthly History Tour

Sat, May 4, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Please plan to join us on the first Saturday of the month for our History Tour of Camp Helen State Park. Park guests will have the opportunity to learn about how recreation has been a part of our heritage for nearly 100 years.
Camp Helen

Panama City Beach, FL

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Yoga In The Park

Sat, May 4, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

A weekly Yoga event that takes place at the Amphitheater or East Beach depending on weather/availability, ask the ranger station for location specifics upon entry to the park. Bring a yoga mat.
Big Lagoon

Pensacola, FL

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Nature Walks & Ranger Talks

Sat, May 4, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Join us for "Nature Walks and Ranger Talks" on a variety of topics, Saturdays at 10am.
Little Manatee River

Wimauma, FL

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Candle Light Tour

Sat, May 4, 2019 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm EDT

Fort Clinch takes on a whole new appearance at night, lit only by candles and lanterns. Join your tour guide as they walk you around the fort without the use of electric lights of any kind, and see what the Soldiers could see from the walls of the fort.
Fort Clinch

Fernandina Beach, FL

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Farmers Market & Native Plant Sale

Sun, May 5, 2019 8:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT

Local fresh produce, seafood, honey, arts and crafts, native plants and trees, food and more!
Koreshan

Estero, FL

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Sunday Funday Ranger Program

Sun, May 5, 2019 9:00 am - 10:00 am CDT

Have fun while you learn new things about the park plants, animals and cultural history. The topic each week will vary depending on the Ranger leading the program.
Topsail Hill

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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X-terra Claw Race

Sun, May 5, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT

This will be a fun and challenging course with stream crossings, small hills, and some off-trail running. The 10M course is not a double loop of the 5M.
Alafia River

Lithia, FL

Programs

Jr. Ranger
Program

Jr. Ranger PROGRAM

The Florida State Parks' Junior Ranger Program provides the opportunity 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
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Operation Recreation Geotour

The Operation Recreation GeoTour hosted by Geocaching.com, stretches from Pensacola to Key West and includes 71 of the First Three Time National Gold Medal Award Winning Florida State Parks and Trails. 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 the great outdoors and model ways to pursue a healthier, more active, nature-connected lifestyle. Each episode is set in a beautiful Florida State Park and features an outdoor adventure, such as camping, fishing, kayaking or hiking.