Honeybees may be some of the most well-known pollinators, but you may be surprised to learn they are not native to America – they were introduced here from Europe.

July 31 is World Ranger Day, a global celebration of the work of rangers to protect the planet’s natural treasures and cultural heritage. But it’s not just our Florida State Parks staff and volunteers who help us accomplish these goals.

As summer rolls along and the days get hotter, sometimes there’s no better way to enjoy the outdoors than to set out a blanket and have a relaxing picnic with friends and family. Here are just five amazing parks that would be the perfect place for your next picnic.

After playing or relaxing in a Florida State Park, there is nothing like cooking over an open fire. Some parks offer grills while others have designated campfire rings. Whether you are looking for a gourmet meal or just want to toast marshmallows, remember these tasty tips, tricks and recipes.

July is National Park and Recreation Month and National Picnic Month. These two observances encourage you to visit a park for recreation and a picnic.

Camping is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the Real Florida. Whether you love pitching a tent or prefer the comfort of a cabin, our campgrounds offer a variety of sites and amenities to suit your needs.

June is Great Outdoors Month, which means it’s a great time take a kid, friend or family member fishing and enjoy Florida’s beautiful waterways. Our lakes, rivers, streams and oceans offer a variety of opportunities for anglers of every skill level. 

The Florida Park Service is celebrating 50 years of prescribed fire in state parks. To commemorate the occasion, burners and staff gathered for a prescribed fire at Falling Waters State Park - the site of the first prescribed burn in 1971.

If hiking, camping, swimming and fishing are on your list for outdoor fun, then look to Florida’s state parks for the best places where your family and friends can play.

The Endangered Species Act of 1973 is a landmark piece of conservation legislation that led the way for international efforts to protect animal and plant species from extinction. The initial list of the nation’s most endangered species included many familiar Florida wildlife, including the West Indian manatee, American alligator and Florida panther. Today, 114 Florida species are included. 

May brings an opportunity to celebrate human mothers and their wildlife counterparts. In honor of this annual holiday, here are five animal moms worth celebrating!

With an abundance of animals both big and small, wildlife watching is one of the most exciting activities available at Florida State Parks. Whether hiking the trails or paddling down river, here are some tips to help you see more of Florida's amazing animals.

Park visitors sometimes ask where they might see the endangered Florida panther, which prefers remote, undeveloped areas. Read more to learn about your best chances for seeing one of the world’s most elusive animals.

Take advantage of Florida's famous sunshine by celebrating Active Aging Month outdoors.

Saturday, May 15, is the 11th Annual Kids to Parks Day. Kids to Parks Day is celebrated nationwide as a day of outdoor play for people of all ages. Make plans to take your favorite kid to a state park near you. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy Florida’s famous sunshine.

The theme for this year’s global Earth Day celebration is Restore Our Earth. But what is environmental restoration? And what does it look like for Florida’s unique natural habitats?