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Things to Do

	EVENTS Throughout the year parks offer fun, affordable, family-friendly events such as kayak tours, concerts, marathons and reenactments. Find an event at a park near you.
	ACTIVITIES There are more than 30 different activities at Florida State Parks. You can camp, bike, hike, fish, picnic, swim and much more. Find out what activities are available and learn more about them.
	RANGER PROGRAMS Florida State Parks offer many opportunities to interact with experienced park rangers. Ranger Programs range from sharing the spirit of camp life to hiking adventures to learn about wildlife. Find out how to enhance your park visit with experiences that you will remember for a lifetime.
	PHOTO CONTEST Do you have an amazing picture from your recent visit to a state park? Parks is looking for great photos of your family having fun, in addition to beautiful park landscapes and wildlife. Enter your favorite photos in the monthly photo contest.
	2011 OUTDOOR CHALLENGE FOR CHILDREN Print the checklist of fun outdoor activities. Head to a state park, read a book, take photos of the participant completing the activities. Send in the entry forms and photos by September 30, 2011 and earn a FREE one day park pass to return for more fun.
	LOCATION-BASED ACTIVITIES Several sports offer the opportunity to explore Florida State Parks using either a compass or hand-held Global Positioning System (GPS). These high-tech treasure hunts provide family-friendly adventure. Try your hand at geocaching, letterboxing, orienteering or Waymarking.
	PASSPORT The Florida State Parks Passport is designed as a travel aid to help you discover Florida's state parks. Learn more about the Passport and how to purchase one.
	DEALS Find information about free entry, discounts and special offers for entry to Florida State Parks in May. Find information about how you can help plant trees, service projects for scout groups, deals on camping and cabins and special deals for our Twitter followers.