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December 2019
Opening Ceremony: Debris Maze Challenge
Opening Ceremony: Debris Maze Challenge Saturday, December 19, 2019 1:30PM - 3:30PM at Biscayne National Park Debris Maze Challenge will be having its official opening ceremony before Biscayne National Park's Park After Dark festivities. Please join us for the grand unveiling of the maze and stay after to participate in park fun! The Debris Maze Challenge is an immersive art experience at Biscayne National Park with mesh walls showcasing debris collected from Biscayne Bay and eco-art from contributing artists.We are…
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Discover Big Cypress and Your Own Art Talents
Discover Big Cypress and Your Own Art Talents January 3, 2020 1:00 - 2:00 PM at the Big Cypress National Preserve Join Artist in Residence, Heather Heckel at Oasis Visitor Center to make your own mini sketchbook. Then go outside to view wildlife and learn how to draw from observation. Paper and art supplies will be available. This fun experience is FREE!
Find out more »Park After Dark: Evening Boat Tours on the Bay
Biscayne National Park Presents Park After Dark: Evening Boat Tours on the Bay Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Biscayne National Park The Winter Solstice brings us the shortest day of the year! Hop on a guided boat excursion out into Biscayne Bay to see the beauty of the evening hours from the water. TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE https://www.biscaynenationalparkinstitute.org/ $15 Per Person: 1-hour boat tour at Biscayne National Park. Departing at 5:00 PM and 6:15 PM
Find out more »Collier County’s “Be Well in Paradise” Experience
Collier County's "Be Well in Paradise" Experience January 10 - 12, 2020 at the Big Cypress National Preserve Set the tone for 2020 with a wellness walk out at Big Cypress National Preserve! From January 10th to the 12th, Big Cypress will be celebrating their 2nd annual county-wide Paradise Coast Wellness Experience with a number of outdoor activities from hiking to kayaking, biking, and yoga to allow individuals to connect with their surroundings. All trips require registration as space is…
Find out more »“Meet the Artist” Reception: Kelly Quinn
Biscayne National Park Presents "Meet the Artist" Reception: Kelly Quinn Saturday, January 11, 2020 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the Dante Fascell Visitor Center Gallery "Hi friends! Kelly here! If you love art, nature, creativity, exploring local culture or just want to experience something new, then think about visiting Biscayne National Parks Visitor Center on the evening of January 11th to share in laughter, yummy local food, drink and music all around an art experience created with the intention…
Find out more »Rainer & Noel’s Excellent Camping Adventure 2020
The South Florida National Parks Trust Presents Rainer & Noel's Excellent Camping Adventure 2020 Saturday & Sunday January 25 - 26, 2020 at Flamingo Campground, Everglades National Park Let's Go Camping! Grab the kids, pack a tent and join SFNPT members Rainer & Noel Schael on Saturday January 25 for the 10th edition of our Family CAMP weekend in Everglades National Park. This special event brings families together for a weekend of fun in Flamingo with outdoor activities, arts & crafts, a campfire,…
Find out more »Park After Dark: “Message In a Bottle” Campfire Ranger Program
Biscayne National Park Presents Park After Dark: "Message In a Bottle" Campfire Ranger Program Saturday, January 25, 2020 7:00 PM at Biscayne National Park By February, 80% of new year resolutions have been abandoned. Ranger Maria invites you to reflect on your New Year's resolution by the campfire. She will share stories from across the NPS for inspiration on how to turn your new year's resolution into action for an intentional year. Free program begins at 7pm on the front lawn of…
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5th Annual Wine & Wildlife
The South Florida National Parks Trust Presents The 5th Annual Wine & Wildlife Wednesday, February 26, 2020 6:00 - 9:00 PM at the Naples Botanical Garden Please save the date for the 5th Annual Wine & Wildlife, our signature event of the year in Southwest Florida. We are excited to announce that this year's event will bring together more than 250 friends from the community and local businesses for an exclusive after-hours party inside the award-winning Naples Botanical Garden. A…
Find out more »Park After Dark: Story Slam! “LEAP”ing Into Nature
Biscayne National Park Presents Park After Dark: Story Slam! "LEAP"ing Into Nature Saturday, February 29, 2020 7:00 PM at Biscayne National Park How about a Story Slam on Leap Day? We invite you to join us for what is sure to be a great evening of true, personal stories told live! This year's theme will be 'LEAPing Into Nature'. If you have a story to tell about a time you took a leap into nature, please email Gary Bremen at…
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Park After Dark: The Music of Grant Livingston
Biscayne National Park Presents Park After Dark: Story Slam! "LEAP"ing Into Nature Saturday, March 28, 2020 7:00 PM at Biscayne National Park Have you ever heard the music of Florida's resident in song, Grant Livingston? If you haven't, we have your chance. If you have heard it, you'll surely want to hear it again. Grant's combination of wit, care, and passion drive his incredible music. This free program begins at 7pm on the front lawn of the Dante Fascell Visitor…
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