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RELEASE: July 2, 2015
DEP
CELEBRATES RECREATION AND PARKS MONTH
~July is the perfect time to enjoy
Florida’s state parks and trails~
 Visitors enjoy Sebastian Inlet State Park.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. –The
Florida Department of Environmental Protection invites visitors and residents to visit a state park and trail for outdoor recreation, events and family fun throughout July. Governor Rick Scott proclaimed July as Recreation and Parks month, recognizing that parks and recreational opportunities build family unity, strengthen neighborhood involvement and promote cultural diversity.
“There is something for everyone at Florida’s State Parks –
whether you’re into hiking, fishing, learning about our state’s rich history or picnicking with family and friends,” said Florida Park Service Director Donald Forgione. “July
is the perfect time to get outdoors with family and friends to enjoy all of the
natural wonders that our state has to offer.”
Celebrate Recreation and Parks Month by attending any of
these events hosted at Florida State Parks:
Americana Under the Stars
Thursday, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Old Fashioned Picnic
Saturday, July 4 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Barnacle Historic State Park
Sea Turtle Walks
9 p.m.-12:15 a.m. – Daily except for Thursdays
Sebastian Inlet State Park
Guided River Tour
Friday, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 from 10 a.m.-noon
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
Chimney Chit Chat
Saturday, July 25
from 8-9 p.m.
Edward Ball Wakulla
Springs State Park
Lovers Key Fishing Clinic
Friday, July 31 from 10-11 a.m.
Lovers Key State Park
Regardless of where you live in Florida, you are never more
than an hour drive away from one of Florida’s state parks or trails. Download
the Florida State
Parks Pocket Ranger app, available for free at the App Store, to find the
closest park to you. The app also provides information on park amenities,
facility maps and a real-time calendar of events.
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