Events

89 Events Found
Event

Nature Through The Looking Glass

CST

Join a Ranger on Tuesdays at Gator Lake to try and spot wildlife such as the American Alligator and other native species. Binoculars and spotting scopes will be provided.
St. Andrews

Panama City, FL

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Walk With A Ranger

EST

Walk the .75 mile Sandhill Trail with one of the park's rangers and learn all about the unique habitat, wildlife, and history of Suwannee River State Park!
Suwannee River

Live Oak, FL

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Ranger Led Nature Hike

CST

Join a Park Ranger on a guided nature hike of Camp Helen State Park. The hike will meander through several distinct natural communities, Rangers will discuss the flora and fauna found at the park.
Camp Helen

Panama City Beach, FL

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Ranger Led Nature Hike

CST

Join a Park Ranger on a guided nature hike of Eden Gardens State Park. The hike will meander through two distinct natural communities, Xeric Hammock and Floodplain Swamp.
Eden Gardens

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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I.care 3rd Annual Trash Derby

EST

Join us for the 3rd Annual Trash Derby, Friday, May 2nd from 9:00a.m.-noon. Free entry for participants. For more information and to register visit https://www.icaretrashderby.com/about-1-2.
Curry Hammock

Marathon, FL

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Bat Chat

Seating in the Rec Hall is very limited. Please reserve by calling the park office: 352-726-0315. Thanks to a Boy Scout Eagle project, Fort Cooper has a huge bat house that has 1000's of inhabitants.
Fort Cooper

Inverness, FL

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Night Of Fireflies

EST

Learn about the tiny critters that light up the night.
Maclay Gardens

Tallahassee, FL

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Bat Viewing

Come join us for a Bat Viewing at Fort Cooper State Park. We will watch as the bats leave their house for their nightly flight & meal. Entrance fee is $3 per vehicle, exact cash, no change provided.
Fort Cooper

Inverness, FL

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Star Gazing Event

EST

Join Park Rangers and the Treasure Coast Astronomical Society for an exclusive star gazing event at Seabranch Preserve State Park!
Seabranch

Stuart, FL

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Coffee With The Ranger!

EST

Join us for Coffee with the Ranger! Come have coffee or visit with local Park Rangers to learn about the park and its cultural and natural resources, recreation opportunities, or to ask questions.
Fanning Springs

Fanning Springs, FL

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History Tour

CST

Join a Park Ranger for a guided historical tour of the grounds at Camp Helen. Follow as staff share park history from the Hicks family building the historic structures that still stand on the grounds.
Camp Helen

Panama City Beach, FL

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Guided Kayak Tour

EST

Explore the salt marsh and learn the importance of this dynamic ecosystem while paddling peacefully in the estuary.
Gamble Rogers

Flagler Beach, FL

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Guided Bird Walk

EST

Come meet the birds at Anastasia State Park, part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail!
Join a park volunteer for an informative walk on the beach, boardwalks, trails, and other areas.
Anastasia

St. Augustine, FL

Event

Nature Through The Looking Glass

CST

Join a Ranger on Tuesdays at Gator Lake to try and spot wildlife such as the American Alligator and other native species. Binoculars and spotting scopes will be provided.
St. Andrews

Panama City, FL

Event

Storytime & Hike With A Ranger

EST

Join a ranger as we read tales about wildlife, mindfulness and environmental stewardship then a short walk on our Discovery Trail.
Ichetucknee Springs

Fort White, FL

Event

Palm Weaving/boondoggle Class

EST

Learn how to make palm/palmetto frond crafts with expert instruction from experienced palm weavers.
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

Programs

The coloring book cover
Program

Color the Real Florida

Florida has 84 natural communities that are home to a variety of plants and animals. Explore coloring pages for eight of these communities by discovering the plants and animals in each habitat.
Composite image of Florida species
Program

Critter Sheets

Critter Sheets are fun ways to learn about Florida's plants and animals and how you can help wildlife in your community. Print or use these images on your device with your favorite coloring app.

Two Girl Scouts doing Junior Ranger activities. Includes superimposed Girl Scouts Love State Parks and Florida State Park logos
Program

Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Check out your all-access-pass to everything you need for your Girl Scouts Love State Parks Virtual Florida Adventure. We have curated a collection of fun activities, park videos and career inspirations just for you.
Jr. Ranger
Program

Junior Ranger Program

The Florida State Parks Junior Ranger Program provides opportunities for young people to learn, serve and share Florida's natural and cultural resources. Participating Florida State Parks are found throughout the state.
Manatee at Homosassa Springs
Program

Manatee Educational Program

Get an up-close view of manatees in their natural environment, one of Florida’s sparkling springs. Learn about these gentle giants from park staff and volunteers.
Homosassa Springs
Operation Recreation Geotour
Program

Operation Recreation Geotour

The Operation Recreation GeoTour hosted by Geocaching.com, stretches from Pensacola to Key West and includes 71 of the First Three Time National Gold Medal Award Winning Florida State Parks and Trails. Visit 20 caches and win the Official Operation Recreation Geocoin.
The Outsiders Club
Program

The Outsiders Club

"The Outsiders Club" is an exciting 30-minute program starring kids who explore Florida State Parks and model ways to pursue a healthier, more active, nature-connected lifestyle, featuring camping, fishing, kayaking and hiking.