Events

250 Events Found
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Audubon Society Guided Bird Walk

Thu, Dec 14, 2023 8:30 am - 10:00 am EST

The Audubon Society (Sarasota or Venice Audubon) will lead this popular guided bird walk. Learn about bird calls, identification, the parks habitat and more. Water & sturdy shoes recommended. No pets.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Pine Needle Basket Class

Thu, Dec 14, 2023 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EST

Traditional pine needle basketry is taught by Dade's experienced volunteers. All materials are provided to make a longleaf pine needle basket.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Festival of Lights

Thu, Dec 14, 2023 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm EST

Enjoy Holiday Magic Nights at Stephen Foster Festival of Lights!
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Walk On The Wild Side

Fri, Dec 15, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join a park ranger for a guided hike along our Black Island Trail. Reservations required.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Festival of Lights

Fri, Dec 15, 2023 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm EST

Enjoy Holiday Magic Nights at Stephen Foster Festival of Lights!
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Winter Waterland!

Fri, Dec 15, 2023 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park proudly present the Winter Wonderland!
Weeki Wachee

Weeki Wachee, FL

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YOGA IN THE PARK

Sat, Dec 16, 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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Rim Ramble Hike

Sat, Dec 16, 2023 9:45 am - 11:30 am EST

Take a ranger-led hike on a trail that will have you exploring the upland forest and sinkhole rich portion of Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park.
Paynes Prairie

Gainesville, FL

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A Great Rosy Glow: The Story of Bulow Plantation Ruins

Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Take a step back in time and learn about the events that culminated in the destruction of one of the largest plantations in East Florida during the Second Seminole War.
Bulow Plantation

Flagler Beach, FL

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1876 Cow Camp

Sat, Dec 16, 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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Jr. Ranger Day

Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join park staff for a Junior Ranger educational program and accompanying activity. Reservations required.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Wonderful Wildlife Show

Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Investigate the skulls, fur and scat of native wildlife! Then take to the trails with a park ranger to search for evidence of the animals you've learned about. Registration required.
Rish Recreation Area

Port St. Joe, FL

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SOMETHING ABOUT SATURDAY

Sat, Dec 16, 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 16, 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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An Evening Under the Stars

Sat, Dec 16, 2023 3:45 pm - 10:00 pm CST

Big Lagoon State Park along with the Escambia Amateur Astronomer Association invites you to spend an evening gazing at the skies!
Big Lagoon

Pensacola, FL

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Festival of Lights

Sat, Dec 16, 2023 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm EST

Enjoy Holiday Magic Nights at Stephen Foster Festival of Lights!
Stephen Foster

White Springs, 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
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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 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
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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.