First Day Hike In Estero Bay Preserve
Thursday, January 1, 2026 10:00 am

Join a Park Ranger for an informative and relaxing 1 1/2-mile hike along the Estero River at Koreshan State Park. Learn about the flora and fauna in this wild preserve as you hike through different natural communities.

It is suggested that you bring a water bottle and binoculars for wildlife viewing.

Some parts of the trail may be muddy so please wear appropriate footwear.

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First Day Hike
Thursday, January 1, 2026 9:00 am

St. Andrews State Park's first day hike will be 1.5 miles on both of our nature trails. Rangers will discuss native ecosystems in the park and the effect of prescribed fire on the plants and animals that live there.

2026 First Day Hike At Gold Head
Thursday, January 1, 2026 8:00 am

Happy New Year! Start off 2026 with a self-guided journaling hike along Loblolly Loop. Please stop by the Ranger Station to collect a journal, pencil, and map. There will be prompts along the trail to give you ideas on what to journal, but you're welcome to journal whatever you want!

Shorebirds And Lovebirds Beach Cleanup
Sunday, February 8, 2026 9:00 am

Grab your lovebird and come help our shorebirds! Join the effort to clean the beaches prior to shorebird nesting season which starts at the end of February.

Bring your refillable water bottle and closed toed shoes that can get wet or mucky.

First Day Hike
Thursday, January 1, 2026 10:00 am

Join us for a Ranger led First Day Hike! Start the New Year off on the right foot and learn about the History of the park and the animals that you might see out on the trail.

Bluegrass Music With The Jacksonian Music Factory
Sunday, December 21, 2025 1:00 pm

Please join local band, the Jacksonian Music Factory, for bluegrass music in the park's amphitheater.

Bird Talk And Walk
Saturday, January 17, 2026 1:30 pm

Join park staff on a guided bird walk and talk through the park's maritime hardwood hammock and estuary. It is suggested to bring binoculars, water bottle and comfortable walking shoes.

Folk And Americana Music
Sunday, January 4, 2026 1:00 pm

Join Willie Allen and Friends for folk and americana music in the park's amphitheater.

Pocket Gopher Power!
Saturday, January 10, 2026 9:00 am

Have you ever wondered what critter makes those mounds of sand you can see all over the place in North Florida? Join a ranger to learn about the pocket gopher, a unique creature that helps shape the environment. From their environmental benefits to the adaptations that help them to be successful, pocket gophers are an interesting and crucial part of the sandhill environment.

Music In The Park - Florida Boards
Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:00 pm

Florida Boards, a local Heartland band, will make their second appearance on the Music in the Park stage and offer an unusual mix of music as their musical influences are diverse and include the following: Jimmy Buffet, Zac Brown and his country music band, Stick Figure, an American Reggae band from California, Southern rock, classic rock and blues and rock n roll. Founded by guitarist and lead singer Kendal Sheen, the band includes lead singer Dawn Smith, vocalist Clinton Anderson on keyboard, Harrison Havery on the bass guitar and Sawyer Humphrey on drums. This group of Highlands County musicians is known for performing the Abide and Circle of Truth concerts and other local venues. Fans and friends of the band are welcome to join in. They promise a relaxing, laid back evening of music from "happy beach" music to Southern rock. As this concert is close to the holidays, they will also perform a selection of Christmas music. Pets are not permitted. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and flashlights and enjoy an evening of music under the stars. Refreshments and food are provided by the Hammock Inn concession and food vendors.