Join us as we learn how to work with felt to make needle felting crafts. Pre-register by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.
Join us for a ranger-led guided tour on the boardwalk along the spring run and learn about the history, wildlife, ecology, and management of Blue Spring State Park. Learn how Blue Spring exemplifies the balance between enjoying and protecting fragile spring ecosystems. Tour is ½-mile one way to the end of the handicap-accessible boardwalk. Water and restrooms are located at the start of tour and halfway down the boardwalk. Potential safety hazards include insects, animals, uneven ground, and temperature. Participants will meet by the Manatee Outpost by the lower parking lot.
Pets are not allowed on or near the swim platforms.
Enjoy a morning volunteering during International Coastal Cleanup at Perdido Key State Park East Access. Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, and a hat. You will be provided a bucket, garbage bag, and gloves to help clean up the beach.
Come and enjoy a gentle and refreshing sunset yoga class at Blue Spring State Park hosted by Orange City Yoga.
This class, open to all ages, will explore stretching and strengthening while embracing the serenity of Blue Spring State Park.
Check out all the upcoming Yoga in the Park Summer Series dates. Be sure to grab your tickets ahead of time to reserve your spot:
Bring your own towel/mat/blanket and get ready for an evening of outdoor relaxation
*Limited blankets/mats available upon request*
Join us for an exciting day of exploring at Hontoon Island State Park!
We will learn all about the fish that live in the St. John's River and their unique adaptations.
Guest are encouraged to wear close toed shoes, as we may do some walking on uneven terrain. Also bring a water bottle, it will get hot! A water bottle refill station is located by the restrooms.
This event will earn Junior Rangers a stamp in their passports!
Dade's Annual Haunted Event includes the Haunted Trail, Haunted House, Kiddie Trail, games, crafts, cafe, puppet show and games, cupcake walks, storytellers, trucks with treats, costume parade and more.
Join us for a Dutch oven class where we learn Dutch oven techniques, make several cast-iron dishes and then sample them. Pre-registration is required by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.
Wild foods abound at Dade Battlefield waiting for educated visitors to sample with expert park staff and volunteers as their guides. We will forage for wild foods on the park grounds, create some wild dishes and sample! Pre-registration required at 352-793-4781 or DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.
Join us as we imprint designs from recycled silk ties on white silk scarves. All materials are provided to make one scarf. Pre-registration is required - call 352-793-4781 or email Dadeprograms@FloridaDEP.gov.