FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 3, 2013
GREAT OUTDOORS MONTH PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR FUN EVENTS
~Boating, fishing, camping and picnicking are popular outdoor activities for connecting with nature~
Boating and fishing are two great outdoor activities that can be enjoyed at some of Florida's state parks, like at Lake Manatee State Park in Bradenton shown above.
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Florida Park Service is joining with Governor Rick Scott to celebrate Great Outdoors Month. Governor Scott has proclaimed that June is a time to celebrate the rich, natural beauty of our state and learn about the wonders of the landscapes through fishing, biking and walking in nature.
"June is a wonderful time to explore Florida's natural treasures," said Florida Park Service Director Donald Forgione. "Now that young people are out of school for the summer, parents have the opportunity to take them outdoors to enjoy fresh air, sunshine and recreation."
Florida’s state parks and state trails offer many opportunities for outdoor recreation. In Florida, visitors and residents will find beaches, freshwater springs, lakes and rivers where swimming, canoeing or kayaking and fishing are very popular. Trails offer the opportunity for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Most state parks offer playgrounds where children can play and parents can sit in the shade to keep a watchful eye. Most parks also offer picnicking facilities with tables, barbecue grills and shelter.
In June, enjoy these special events hosted at Florida State Parks:
Northwest Florida
Campbell Lake Canoe Trip
1:15 p.m.
Tuesday, June 4
Santa Rosa Beach
Evening Under the Stars
Sunset
Saturday, June 29
Pensacola
Northeast Florida
Geocaching Challenges
South of Gainesville
Lawn Games
2 p.m.
Saturday, June 29
Jacksonville
Central Florida
20th Annual Beach Bash
Saturday, June 1
St. Augustine
Youth Fishing Tournament
Saturday, June 8
Lakeland
Battle of Bloody Mose Living History Program
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 22
St. Augustine
Southwest Florida
Yoga, scavenger hunt, canoe tours and art
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, June 8
Wimauma
Learn how to use a compass
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday, June 16
Osprey
South Florida
Kayak Class
10 a.m.
Sunday, June 2
North Palm Beach
Photography Class
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sunday, June 15
Hobe Sound
Whether you prefer hiking, fish, canoeing or sitting under a shade tree, Florida's state parks have the perfect place to explore Florida's great outdoors. To plan an adventure at a state park this month visit Florida State Parks or download the mobile app.
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