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Celebrate Torreya State Park’s Designation as a State Geological Site Feb. 21

Join Florida Geological Survey staff at Torreya State Park to celebrate its designation as a state geological site. Florida State Geologist Harley Means will lead a two-hour hike through Torreya while interpreting the unique geology of the park. WHAT:      Designation Ceremony and Guided Hike WHEN:      Monday, Feb. 21, 2022 Ceremony: 9:50 a.m. EST Hike: 10:45 a.m. EST WHERE:   Torreya State Park (meet behind the Gregory House) 2576 N.W. Torreya Park Road Bristol, FL 32321 HOW:      ...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park Feb. 3

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. Park Fees There is an honor entrance station. The fee...

Enjoy a first day hike at an area Florida State Park Jan. 1

Camp Helen State Park – 10 – 11 a.m. Join park rangers on a guided nature hike and history tour of Camp Helen State Park. Learn about the history of the park from the original indigenous populations through the Hicks and Avondale Textile days. The hike will also highlight various natural communities including Lake Powell, a rare coastal dune lake. Be prepared for hiking on a varied terrain of packed earth and sand trails. Wear appropriate clothing and bring water, bug repellent...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park July 1

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, June 3 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. Park Fees There is an honor entrance station. The fee is...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park June 3

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, June 3 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. Park Fees There is an honor entrance station. The fee is...