Events

Tue, Mar 9, 2021 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm EST

Join us under the full moon for a paddle on Lake Hall. Space is limited, so please contact the ranger station at 850-487-4556.

Fri, Mar 12, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Learn about the fascinating life cycle and journeys of the marine turtles that visit Lovers Key each summer. Learn about their nesting behavior and what you can do to help protect them.

Sat, Mar 13, 2021 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm CST

New year, new rules, but still great music in a safe environment for our supporters. We will provide, free of charge, music videos of our wonderful performers this season.

Sat, Mar 13, 2021 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST

Best stargazing in Southwest Florida! Join Mike Usher and the Everglades Astronomical Society for their amazing presentation of the stars and constellations. With laser light guidance, you will be able to view the night sky using your own binoculars. Sorry, telescope viewing will not be available.

Fri, Mar 19, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 pm EDT

Join a park ranger and discover why sharks are incredible, feared and misunderstood. Explore why they're important to our ecosystem and what you can do to help protect them.

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Learn the best places to drop a line plus the rules and regulations that pertain to fishing in Southwest Florida. You might even learn a few of the secrets our local fishermen swear by.

Fri, Mar 26, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Join a park ranger for a guided hike and learn about the fascinating vegetation and wildlife in this maritime hammock. Do some bird-watching and maybe learn a little local history.

Sat, Mar 27, 2021 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm EDT

Enjoy a movie under the night sky. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, dinner, and your family, a friend or significant other for a viewing of the classic "McLintock!".

Thu, Apr 1, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages.

Sat, Apr 3, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Learn about the Hicks family, who built many of the park's historic structures, and the Avondale era, when mill employees came to Camp Helen with their families for summer vacations from the 1940s through the 1980s. The tour is sure to delight history buffs and curious visitors.

Sat, Apr 24, 2021 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm EDT

Enjoy a movie under the night sky. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, dinner, and your family, a friend or significant other for a viewing of the classic "Follow that Dream."

Sat, May 1, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Learn about the Hicks family, who built many of the park's historic structures, and the Avondale era, when mill employees came to Camp Helen with their families for summer vacations from the 1940s through the 1980s. The tour is sure to delight history buffs and curious visitors.

Thu, May 6, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages.

Thu, Jun 3, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages.

Sat, Jun 5, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Learn about the Hicks family, who built many of the park's historic structures, and the Avondale era, when mill employees came to Camp Helen with their families for summer vacations from the 1940s through the 1980s. The tour is sure to delight history buffs and curious visitors.

Thu, Jul 1, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages.