Parks from Anywhere

Parks from Anywhere

Can't make it to the park, not currently in Florida?  

The resources here will help you learn about the Florida Park Service's mission to provide resource-based recreation, while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources. While you are learning, you will have fun and be entertained with an expanding library of digital and interactive resources. Check back regularly for updates, sign-up for our newsletter or follow us on social media.

Digital Resources

A large drift wood tree with the Florida State Parks logo
Learn

Park Zen

Need a break from the ordinary? Explore Park Zen with your favorite device and discover the rejuvenating power of Florida State Parks.
Virtual Junior Ranger Block
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Virtual Junior Ranger

Welcome to becoming a Virtual Junior Ranger. The Virtual Junior Ranger Program is a fun and engaging way to learn about parks and connect to the natural and cultural wonders of Florida.  
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.

The coloring book cover
Program

Color the Real Florida

Florida has 84 natural communities which are home to a variety of plants and animals living together. Explore coloring pages for eight of these communities by discovering the plants and animals in each habitat.
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.
Watch this video to see if any manatees swim by.
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Webcam: Watch the Manatees Swim

Watch the manatees swim around the spring on this webcam.

Florida Natural Communities Virtual Backgrounds

 

Click on the images to open a savable image for your virtual background.
Beach Dune Virtual Background

Beach Dune
Coral Reef Virtual Background

Coral Reef
Hydric Hammock Virtual Background

Hydric Hammock
Mangrove Virtual Background

Mangrove
Mesic Flatwoods Virtual Background

Mesic Flatwoods
Salt Marsh Virtual Background

Salt Marsh
Sandhill Virtual Background

Sandhill
Scrub Virtual Background

Scrub

 

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