CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT

CONTACT: DEP Press Office, 850.245.2112, DEPNews@dep.state.fl.us

DEP TO OPEN RENOVATED VISITOR CENTER AT
PAYNES PRAIRIE PRESERVE STATE PARK

~Renovated visitor center provides learning opportunities for the public~

WHAT:           Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

WHEN:          April 20, 2016
                        10 a.m.

WHERE:        Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
                        100 Savannah Blvd.
                        Micanopy, FL 32667

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Florida Park Service is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the re-opening of the renovated visitor center at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park. Joining Florida Park Service Director Donald Forgione at the ceremony will be Rep. Dennis Baxley, Rep. Clovis Watson and Rep. Keith Perry.

Renovations to the visitor center include the addition of an exhibition area as well as updates to the reception area, auditorium and restrooms. 

For more information about Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, click here.

About Florida State Parks, Greenways and Trails 

The Florida Park Service is the proud recipient of three National Gold Medals for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, making Florida America’s first three-time Gold Medal winner. The awards were received in 1999, 2005 and 2013 from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration and the National Recreation and Park Association.

Florida’s 174 state parks, trails and historic sites inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, residents and visitors should plan to visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Pocket Ranger® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience. For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org

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