Events

37 Events Found
Event

First Day Hike

Thu, Jan 1, 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.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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First Day Hike

Thu, Jan 1, 2026 10:30 am - 12:00 pm EST

The trek to the Historic Dam is a 1.5 mile "off the beaten path" ranger-led hike which takes approximately 1 hour and 30 min. Visitors will learn about the history of the park and its habitats.
Highlands Hammock

Sebring, FL

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First Day Hike At Grayton Beach State Park

Thu, Jan 1, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CST

First Day Hike at Grayton Beach State Park will be a leisurely Ranger Guided walk on the Flatwoods Trail with Park Services Specialist Christopher Dixon.
Grayton Beach

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Event

First Day Hike

Thu, Jan 1, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST

Join us on a guided hike to start your year off on the right foot.
Tarkiln Bayou

Pensacola, FL

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First Day Hike On The Trails Of Ponce De Leon

Fri, Jan 2, 2026 9:00 am - 10:30 am CDT

Join us for a first day hike of the upper and lower Sandy creek trails at Ponce De Leon Springs state Park.
Ponce de Leon Springs

Ponce De Leon, 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.