There’s no better place to get out on the water than at a Florida State Park.

Volunteer Julie Lake has lived a life outdoors. Originally from Jamaica, she moved to Florida as a child and spent all her time playing outside. She moved to Gainesville in 1998 and enjoys exploring the parks in the area.

Brianna Moorehead was born and raised in Fort Myers, Florida, and developed her interest in parks and recreation in 2018 on a trip to Great Smokey Mountains National Park. Like most visitors, she fell in love with the park.

Bring your hiking shoes to experience the solitude and tranquility of Colt Creek.

Mike Kelley has been a volunteer at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park for many years and serves as an active board member, having served as vice president and president of the Friends of San Felasco.

Laura Suthar was born in North Carolina but spent most of her life growing up in Florida. Laura’s Florida native parents encouraged her love of the outdoors by taking her snorkeling on Florida’s coral reefs, teaching her the names of birds and seashells, camping and boating.

They call themselves “the camp host boys” and proudly carry that title as they cruise around the camping loops in their first ever volunteer position with Florida State Parks.

Larry Joe Ferris always offers service with a smile! He keeps Topsail looking its best while working with a positive attitude.

Staff describe Becky as a delight to work with and knowledgeable about the park, and offering a friendly welcome to park visitors at the museum.

Ruben and Jann’s love of the outdoors inspires them to help preserve Florida’s natural landscapes.