Events

274 Events Found
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2023 First Day Hike

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 8:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Learn about our local birds on a fun morning hike led by two experts from the Alachua Audubon Society.
Dudley Farm

Newberry, FL

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YOGA IN THE PARK

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 9:30 am - 10:30 am CST

Join us for a weekly yoga class. Please dress appropriately for the weather, and bring a refillable water bottle and your yoga mat.
Big Lagoon

Pensacola, FL

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1876 Cow Camp

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Travel back in time to 1876 as you meander down the trail to the Cow Camp.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Monthly Beach Cleanup

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Save a critter - pick up litter! Travel the beach with a park ranger to collect, record and dispose of trash - protecting our natural resources along the way. Registration is required.
Rish Recreation Area

Port St. Joe, FL

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SOMETHING ABOUT SATURDAY

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join the rangers at Manatee Springs State Park for a different program each week. You might learn about snakes, tortoises, manatees or even history!
Manatee Springs

Chiefland, FL

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Guided Kayak Tour

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST

Explore the salt marsh and learn the importance of this dynamic ecosystem while paddling peacefully in the estuary.
Gamble Rogers

Flagler Beach, FL

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BREAKFAST WITH A RANGER

Sun, Dec 31, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Join the concessionaire for the $6 breakfast special. Meet a park ranger and ask questions.
Manatee Springs

Chiefland, FL

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Deleon Dunk Pool Plunge

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 7:00 am - 9:00 am EST

Join us to start the the new year right, enjoy dunking into the 72 degree Spring pool. Warm up around the fire pit and enjoy coffee or hot chocolate, or just roam the Park. Bring a towel or robe.
De Leon Springs

Deleon Springs, FL

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First Day Hike

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 7:30 am - 8:30 am EST

First Day hike with Ranger
*Trails maybe be muddy close toe shoes recommended
*$4.00 entry fee required
Werner Boyce

Port Richey, FL

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First Day Hike

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 am EST

Join a park Ranger for a guided first day hike through our tropical hammock and fort moat trails observing our native vegetation and wildlife the make fort Taylor their home.
Fort Taylor

Key West, FL

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First Day Hikes At Pennekamp!

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 8:30 am - 10:30 am EST

Ring in the New Year with John Pennekamp State Park as we host First Day Hikes: a great opportunity to get out in nature viewing the life found in the park's butterfly garden and rockland hammock!
Pennekamp

Key Largo, FL

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First Day Guided Hike

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join a park ranger for a 2.5-mile round-trip First Day Hike on one of the beautiful trails at Lake Kissimmee State Park!
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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First Day Hike And Scavenger Hunt

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 9:00 am - 1:00 pm EST

Start the new year on the right foot by hiking park trails in search of hidden signs. Scavenger hunt clues available morning of event. Accessible trail also available.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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First Day Hike

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am EST

The ranger-led hike will take visitors down the park's mile-long trail to observe multiple springs and learn why protection is so important to Florida's unique water features.
Gilchrist Blue Springs

High Springs, FL

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First Day Hike

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 9:00 am - 10:00 am EST

Join a park ranger to see the new year in by hiking Dade Battlefield Historic State Park's history and/or nature trails.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Blue Spring First Day Hike

Mon, Jan 1, 2024 9:00 am - 10:00 am EST

Join us for a ranger-led guided tour on the boardwalk along the spring run and learn about the history, wildlife, ecology, and management of Blue Spring State Park.
Blue Spring

Orange City, 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 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 Florida State Parks and model ways to pursue a healthier, more active, nature-connected lifestyle, featuring camping, fishing, kayaking and hiking.