Events

360 Events Found
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Pancake Breakfast With A Ranger

Thu, Jan 18, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am EST

Wake up early for a breakfast of pancakes, sausage, coffee, tea and juice served by park volunteers. A park ranger will be available from 8:30 to 9 a.m. for questions and information about the park.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Audubon Society Guided Bird Walk

Thu, Jan 18, 2024 8:30 am - 10:00 am EST

The Audubon Society (Sarasota or Venice Audubon) will lead this popular guided bird walk. Learn about bird calls, identification, the parks habitat and more. Water & sturdy shoes recommended. No pets.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Ranger Guided Hike Of The Week

Fri, Jan 19, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am EST

Explore the park with a park ranger on a guided walk. Learn about park history, flora & fauna and what makes Oscar Scherer a special place. Comfortable hiking shoes, water, & sunscreen recommended.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Palm Weaving/boondoggle Class

Fri, Jan 19, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am EST

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

Bushnell, FL

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Walk On The Wild Side

Fri, Jan 19, 2024 9:30 am - 11:30 am EST

Join us for a fun and educational hike through the park. Discover the flora and fauna that populate the several ecosystems here at Anastasia. Meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill.
Anastasia

St. Augustine, FL

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Dutch Oven Cooking

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 8:00 am - 11:30 am EST

Join us for a Dutch oven cooking class where we learn Dutch oven techniques, make several cast-iron dishes and then sample them
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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24th Annual Scrub Jay 5k & Scramble 10k

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Supports Friends of Oscar Scherer, Florida Scrub-jay and their habitat, scrubby flatwoods. Registration is required. Finishers medal for all. Discounts & shirt guaranteed for early registrations.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Junior Ranger Program Cancelled Today

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

The Junior Ranger Program has been cancelled today due to event activity.
Oscar Scherer

Osprey, FL

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Monthly Beach Cleanup

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Join us for a few hours of sun and surf and help keep MacArthur Beach State Park clean. Participants will receive gloves and buckets. Please bring a reusable water bottle, hat and sunscreen.
MacArthur Beach

North Palm Beach, FL

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YOGA IN THE PARK

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 9:30 am - 10:30 am CST

Join us for a weekly yoga class. Please dress appropriately for the weather, and bring a refillable water bottle and your yoga mat.
Big Lagoon

Pensacola, FL

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Rim Ramble Hike

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 9:45 am - 11:30 am EST

Take a ranger-led hike on a trail that will have you exploring the upland forest and sinkhole rich portion of Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park.
Paynes Prairie

Gainesville, FL

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1876 Cow Camp

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Travel back in time to 1876 as you meander down the trail to the Cow Camp.
Lake Kissimmee

Lake Wales, FL

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Wonderful Wildlife Show

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Calling all Junior Rangers! Investigate the skulls, fur, and scat (that's poop!) of native Florida wildlife! Then take to the trails with a park ranger to search for evidence of the animals.
Rish Recreation Area

Port Saint Joe, FL

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Coffee With A Ranger

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join the park staff for free coffee. Meet a park ranger and ask questions.
Fanning Springs

Fanning Springs, FL

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Honeybee Buzz: Heroes Of Our Planet, Making Honey Happen

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join bee keepers Bill and Barry for an educational program about the importance of honeybees.
Gamble Rogers

Flagler Beach, FL

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Jr. Ranger Day

Sat, Jan 20, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join park staff for a Junior Ranger educational program and accompanying activity. Reservations required.
Lovers Key

Fort Myers Beach, 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
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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
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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
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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.