Events

107 Events Found
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Sunrise Paddle

Sun, Dec 7, 2025 6:30 am - 9:30 am EST

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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First Weekend Federal Garrison Day 2

Sun, Dec 7, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

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.
Fort Clinch

Fernandina Beach, FL

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Folk And Americana Music

Sun, Dec 7, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT

Join us for an afternoon of folk and Americana music in the park's amphitheater.
MacArthur Beach

North Palm Beach, FL

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Ranger Program

Sun, Dec 7, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 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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Paddle Into Adventure!

Sun, Dec 7, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

Glide through the shimmering beauty of the estuarine waters on this two-hour guided kayak tour.
Gamble Rogers

Flagler Beach, FL

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Festival Of Lights

Sun, Dec 7, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Storytime & Hike With A Ranger

Mon, Dec 8, 2025 10:30 am - 11:30 am EST

Ranger reads nature themed book followed by guided hike of nearby nature trails, no longer than 1 mile. Large, thick wheeled strollers recommended. Bring water & sun protection. Restrooms provided.
Savannas

Jensen Beach, FL

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Festival Of Lights

Mon, Dec 8, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Nature Through The Looking Glass

Tue, Dec 9, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

Join a Ranger at the Gator Lake overlook to try and spot American Alligators, Bald Eagles, various wading bird, and many more native species to the state of Florida. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided.
St. Andrews

Panama City, FL

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Festival Of Lights

Tue, Dec 9, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Sunrise Paddle

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 6:30 am - 9:30 am EST

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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Festival Of Lights

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Hike With A Ranger

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am EDT

This guided hike will involve traversing 2 mi around various ecosystems with a ranger focusing
on a topic of their choice. No hike is the same! Bring water, and comfortable shoes for natural
terrain.
Wekiwa Springs

Apopka, FL

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Nature's Story: A Ranger Guided Hike

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST

Join a Ranger every Thursday to hike and learn about native ecosystems, plants, wildlife, and history of St. Andrews State Park.
St. Andrews

Panama City, FL

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Festival Of Lights

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Shell Walk

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 9:00 am - 10:30 am EDT

Join a park ranger for a shelling trip along the Lovers Key shoreline.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, 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
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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
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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
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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
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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 some of Florida's award-winning state parks! Visit 20 caches and win the Official Operation Recreation Geocoin.
The Outsiders Club
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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.