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<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/Activities.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Activities</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> |</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/communications/feedback.cfm?Form=ParkGuide"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Park Guide</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> |</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/Contact.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact Us</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> |</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/Events-State-Proc.cfm?criteria=*"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Make us your Homepage</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT COLOR="#30415C" FACE="Arial">FUN for FALL</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=JUSTIFY><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Autumn is in the air and there’s no better way to take advantage of the ‘fall’-ing temperatures than at one of Florida’s 159 award-winning state parks. Hike along the bluffs at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/torreya/default.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Torreya</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Set up camp at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://floridastateparks.org/threerivers/default.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Three Rivers</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paddle through the white water rapids at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/bigshoals/default.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Big Shoals</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://floridastateparks.org/images/Default.cfm?Region=Northwest"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">North Florida’s state parks</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> are the perfect spot to pour a cup of hot apple cider, take a walk through the woods and listen to the leaves crackle beneath your feet.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=JUSTIFY><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HALLOWEEN!</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Wander through an enchanted forest or join a haunted hayride at a state park near you. Celebrate Halloween at a BOO-tiful Florida State Park! Trick or Treat your family at a</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://floridastateparks.org/Events-State-Proc.cfm?criteria=*"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">State Park Halloween Event</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> near you!</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FALL GARDENING WORKSHOP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Wednesday, October 18th, 2006. 9:30 a.m. to noon.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s fall gardening workshop explains how you can use low-maintenance native plants and xeriscaping to conserve water resources and enjoy carefree Florida gardening. Please make</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">reservations in advance</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> by calling the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/suwanneeriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WORLD WATER MONITORING DAY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Suwannee River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2006. 9:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> 7th and 8th grade students from Madison, Hamilton and Suwannee Counties will participate in a rotation of presentations by various agency & organizations involved in local water resources. They will learn about water quality and how it affects the Suwannee River Watershed.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> N/A.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-362-2746.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suwannee River State Park is located 13 miles west of Live Oak, off U.S. 90.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37881104870,-83.16578537440&ll=30.378799,-83.165817&spn=0.293815,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37881104870,-83.16578537440&ll=30.378799,-83.165817&spn=0.293815,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/riverrise/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">BOB BARRY FALL RIDE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">River Rise Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday through Sunday, October 20, 21 and 22.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Bob Barry Fall Ride has been scheduled for October 20-22, 2006. Check back for details about this weekend or go to</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://fcha.flahorse.com/news.htm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Florida Cracker Horse Association</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Check back for fee schedule.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Sponsored by the Florida Cracker Horse Assoc.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> River Rise Preserve State Park is located within</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oleno/default.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">O'Leno State Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. O'Leno State Park is located directly off of U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.90286942590,-82.58814354850&ll=29.902865,-82.588177&spn=0.073809,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.90286942590,-82.58814354850&ll=29.902865,-82.588177&spn=0.073809,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HAWAIIAN QUILTS AND HULA</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 20, 21 and 22, 2006. Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">--Lectures, raffles and free classes--</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A lecture on the traditional quilting patterns in Hawaiian culture by noted quilter Ginger LaVoie will highlight the 18th Suwannee River Quilt Show & Sale on October 20-22.<BR>
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LaVoie’s quilting encompasses not only the artistic and technical aspects of Hawaiian quilting, but also an understanding of how the patterns and designs represent cultural meaning in Hawaii. As part of the lecture, LaVoie’s daughter will perform a Hawaiian hula dance to illustrate the similarities between hula and quilting as reflections of traditional culture in the Hawaiian islands.<BR>
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The lecture will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday at the Stephen Foster Museum and will be followed by a short class on how to make a Hawaiian quilt block. Kits for the class will be available for sale at the lecture and students will be able to take home a quilt block that may be used for a pillow cover, or as the beginning of your first Hawaiian quilt.<BR>
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Quilt raffles, door prizes, quilt shop vendors, and food concessions also are at the show.<BR>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Admission is $4.00/vehicle with up to 8 passengers.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
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<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/wakullasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">EVENING CRUISE AND DINNER</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 21 @ 5:30 pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Treat that "someone special" to a romantic cruise on the Wakulla River followed by a splendid dinner served in comfort and charm of the historic Wakulla Springs Lodge.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $28 per person -- Reservations Required<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)224-5950<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Traveling East on I-10 to new Exit 196 (old Exit 28). Take SR-263 (Capitol Circle) South 12 miles. Turn right (South) onto US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance. From West I-10 use new Exit 203(old Exit 30). Take SR-61 (Thomasville Rd) South. Continue on SR-61 thru Tallahassee for 10 miles. Take US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) South for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/forttaylor/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HAWK WATCH</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 21, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Co-sponsored by Key West Audubon Society. Participants will have a chance to view hawks and many other birds migrating south from atop historic Fort Taylor from 9am-2pm. Contact Mark Hedden, President of Key West Audubon Society, at (305) 587-6059 for more information and to sign up.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entry fee<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Mark Hedden; (305) 587-6059<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fort Zachary Taylor is located at the end of Southard Street on Truman Annex in Key West.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.55034983750,+-81.80630835850&ll=24.550324,-81.806345&spn=0.038723,0.085831"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.55034983750,+-81.80630835850&ll=24.550324,-81.806345&spn=0.038723,0.085831</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/highlandshammock/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">GROOVUS CONCERT AT HIGHLANDS HAMMOCK STATE PARK</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Highlands Hammock State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 21st, beginning at 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> It’s time for the annual Music in the Park concert series to begin again at Highlands Hammock State Park. The first of our six concerts to be held in the 2006/2007 concert series will be on October 21st, beginning at 7:00 p.m., and features the popular local group Groovus. This band plays Jazz, Rock, Latin, Blues and even some Country music. Most of their tunes are from the 1950s to the present, and chances are that you have heard them before. They performed for the park last fall, and are also featured around the community as well. Perhaps you attended the Fourth of July festivities in 2004 or 2005 at the City Pier? If so, you heard them there. They also performed at the Red Cross’ Red and White Ball. This is a family-friendly and an inexpensive way to enjoy an evening out. Concert admission is just $5 per person, and as always, accompanied children age 16 and under are admitted free of charge. The concert starts at 7:00 p.m. and ends around 9:00 p.m. Bring your flashlight and lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. The Hammock Inn will be open and serving dinner, snacks and desserts. All proceeds from the Music in the Park series benefits park improvement projects via the Friends of Highlands Hammock. Stop by the Friends booth to learn more about this great group of people making a difference in our park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Concert admission is just $5 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at 863-386-6094<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Highlands Hammock State Park is located off US 27 on SR 634 (also known as Hammock Road), four miles west of Sebring.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/marjoriekinnanrawlings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FRIENDS UNDER THE STARS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 21, 2006. 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Autumn fundraising event at the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park in Cross Creek has become an annual tradition, a gathering of “Friends Under the Stars” for an evening of lively music, special tours of the Rawlings house, a succulent BBQ dinner, and a silent auction of rare books, fine art, and antiques. The event takes place on Saturday, October 21, 2006. It begins at 5 pm and lasts until around 7 pm. The cost per person is $20. There is ample parking in the adjacent county park.<BR>
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This year’s event will welcome our new Friends, the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School in Gainesville, and help support our efforts to bring the students at the school named for Miz Rawlings closer to her home place in Cross Creek.<BR>
Sponsored by the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Friends of the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Farm, Inc.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> There is a $20.00 fee to attend this fundraising event.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-3672.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park is located between Ocala and Gainesville in Cross Creek, at 18700 S. CR 325.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.47983322680,-82.15960124570&ll=29.479804,-82.159538&spn=0.07412,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.47983322680,-82.15960124570&ll=29.479804,-82.159538&spn=0.07412,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/lakelouisa/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">LAKE LOUISA OBSTACLE TRAIL CHALLENGE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Lake Louisa State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 21, 2006 from 8:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Sponsored by the Friends of Lake Louisa, this is a one day equestrian event. Horse and rider have to negotiate a series of ten man-made obstacles placed throughout a five mile trail. Awards are given to the riders based on judging.. There are three award categories: Adult (18 & over) Junior (13-17) Youth (12 & under). Food, raffles, prizes, fun & more! All proceeds from this event benefit the Friends of Lake Louisa and will be used for improvements around the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Registration-pre-registration only, limited to 1st 100 riders<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Brian Sheets<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Lake Louisa State Park is located on US 27, seven (7) miles south of State Road 50.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.45628144780,-81.72194152560&ll=28.456316,-81.721973&spn=0.037428,0.085831"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.45628144780,-81.72194152560&ll=28.456316,-81.721973&spn=0.037428,0.085831</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/silverriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">COFFEE WITH THE BIRDS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Silver River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 21, 2006 8:00 am</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take an early morning walk with a knowledgeable birder. Bring binoculars, field guides and bug spray.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entry fee $4.00 per carload or $3.00 single person in vehicle<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="mailto:deborah.wilson@dep.state.fl.us%0bDirections"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">deborah.wilson@dep.state.fl.us</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><BR>
</U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Silver River State Park is located east of Ocala, 1 mile south of S.R. 40 on S.R. 35. From Interstate 75, take exit 352 onto SR 40 east, about 9 miles to SR 35. From Interstate 95 take exit 268 to Route 40 west, about 60 miles to SR 35.</FONT></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.20102765160,-82.05279716270&ll=29.201023,-82.052765&spn=0.148647,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.20102765160,-82.05279716270&ll=29.201023,-82.052765&spn=0.148647,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/deleonsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PIONEER FIBER ARTS GUILD</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">De Leon Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 21, 2006, 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Members of the guild demonstrate how it was made in the old days&& spinning, weaving, and quilting. Many beautiful fiber items of yesterday are recreated using authentic period methods, tools and materials.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="mailto:donna.collins@dep.state.fl.us%0bDirections"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">donna.collins@dep.state.fl.us</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><BR>
</U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take US Hwy 17 North from Deland for approximately six miles, following the State Park signs. Turn left onto Ponce DeLeon Blvd and you will travel approximately one mile to the entrance to DeLeon Springs State Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.13217011510,+-81.36073753520&ll=29.13222,-81.360798&spn=0.074373,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.13217011510,+-81.36073753520&ll=29.13222,-81.360798&spn=0.074373,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/littletalbotisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TALBOT CRITTERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Little Talbot Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday and Sunday, October 21 and October 22, 2006. 10:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Talbot Islands are home to many common and some threatened and endangered species. Join one of Little Talbot’s Park Rangers as they discuss some of the islands animal species and how their existence and needs are intertwined with the other unique species that live in the Park.<BR>
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This program will take place at Pavilion 6 at Little Talbot Island State Park. No reservations are necessary and the program is free. Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee ($4.00 per vehicle) to attend.<BR>
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</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This program is free to Little Talbot campers. Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee of $4.00/vehicle.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I-95 to Heckscher Drive (Milepost Exit 358A - Old Exit 124A) and then travel east for 17 miles.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/honeymoonisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">COASTAL CLEANUP WITH KEEP PINELLAS BEAUTIFUL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Honeymoon Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 21, 2006 9AM -12 noon</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Register in front of Café Honeymoon. Participants should wear closed toed shoes and bring sunscreen and water. Help keep our beaches and waterways clean while getting fresh air and exercise.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free to volunteers<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact Karen Le Blanc at (727)469-5942, ext . 6<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Honeymoon Island State Park is located at the extreme west end of S.R.586, north of Dunedin. From I-75 (north of Tampa): I-75 south to I-275 south towards Tampa. Follow I-275 south to Hillsborough Ave west (SR-580). Take SR 580 west to SR-586 fork then left. Follow SR-586 into park. From I-75 (south of Tampa): I-75 north to I-4. I-4 to I-275 north. I-275 to Hillsborough Ave west (SR-580). SR-580 west to SR-586 fork then left. Follow SR-586 west into park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.06075589570,-82.81878038290&ll=28.060771,-82.818718&spn=0.075135,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.06075589570,-82.81878038290&ll=28.060771,-82.818718&spn=0.075135,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIREFLY LAWN PARTY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, October 22, 5:00 - 7:00 PM<BR>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Enjoy mingling with other Barnacle Society members on the lawn of The Barnacle at twilight along with music, cocktails, fabulous hor d’oeruvres, and delicious desserts. Reservations are required. Please call (305) 442-6866 for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Admission charged. Reservations required.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866 for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/maclaygardens/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">POPS IN THE GARDENS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, October 22nd</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Friends of Maclay Gardens will present the 9th annual POPS in the Gardens at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park on Sunday, October 22nd. The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra will be on stage with a live concert of popular tunes including a Strauss waltz, can-can music, a Benny Goodman medley and highlights from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased by calling 1-800-231-9943, 24 hrs/day. You may also purchase tickets at the park or at several local businesses, My Favorite Things, Tallahassee Nurseries or Esposito’s. General admission tickets are only $15.00 per person with parking at Albertson’s. A bus will be available for transportation to the park. Guests may bring a picnic dinner and a favorite beverage along with a blanket or lawn chair. The evening of music will be followed by a fireworks finale over the water of beautiful Lake Hall. Those who prefer may purchase a table and chairs for 8 people (without food) for $250.00 or a table and chairs for 8 complete with catered buffet and wine for $500.00 Table tickets include admission and parking at the park. Car tickets are available for $100.00 for up to 6 people in a vehicle to enter at the alternate Maclay Road event entrance only and park at the recreation area. Trams will shuttle from the recreation area to the gardens entrance. The Friends of Maclay Gardens is a non-profit citizen’s support organization for Maclay Gardens State Park. It is a volunteer community group dedicated to the protection and preservation of the historic Maclay House and Gardens, and the surrounding park lands.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> General admission tickets are only $15.00 per person with parking at Albertson’s.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> 1-800-231-9943, 24 hrs/day or 850/487-4115<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Maclay State Gardens is located one half mile north of I-10 on U.S. 319.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.51341130340,-84.24649253990&ll=30.51347,-84.246597&spn=0.146705,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.51341130340,-84.24649253990&ll=30.51347,-84.246597&spn=0.146705,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oleno/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">THE NATURE OF ART IN THE HIGH SPRINGS PAINT OUT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OLeno State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Thursday, October 26th through Sunday, October 29th, 2006. 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=CENTER><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Nature of Art in the High Springs Paint Out</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Artists will be set up in different areas around the High Springs vicinity and along the trails throughout O’Leno State Park. Visitors are encouraged to come out to these different areas to visit with the artists and watch them paint. At the end of each day the paintings will be placed in the High Springs Gallery for display and to be sold. The money generated from these sales will be divided between the artists and the three sponsoring parties. Up to twenty-five artist will be participating in this four day event.<BR>
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Sponsored by the High Springs Gallery, The High Springs Main Street Association and the Adopt a River Program.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-454-1853.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> O'Leno State Park is located on U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.91979286480,-82.60427272960&ll=29.919828,-82.604141&spn=0.147593,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.91979286480,-82.60427272960&ll=29.919828,-82.604141&spn=0.147593,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/forttaylor/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HAUNTED FORT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 26, 27, 29, 30, 31; 7:00 - 11:00 PM<BR>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Historic Fort Taylor's 'ghosts' help welcome you for a Halloween experience. Entrance fee is $10 for adults, $8 for military with ID card and kids under 12. 'Haunted Fort' hours are 7pm-11pm.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Event fee is $10 for adults, $8 for military with ID card and kids under 12.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 292-6713<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fort Zachary Taylor is located at the end of Southard Street on Truman Annex in Key West.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.55034983750,+-81.80630835850&ll=24.550324,-81.806345&spn=0.038723,0.085831"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.55034983750,+-81.80630835850&ll=24.550324,-81.806345&spn=0.038723,0.085831</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/werner-boyce/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HALLOWEEN IN THE WOODS - 'LAND THAT TIME FORGOT'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Oct. 27th and 28th fro 6-10pm.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This Halloween event is fun for all ages and is a safe alternative for kids from going door to door. The event will include several trails, hayrides, games, food and more. The event location is in a part of the park located at the west end of Salt Springs Road just behind Sears in the Gulfview Square Mall, Port Richey. For more information or for special access needs please call the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Admission is $1.00 per person (infants free) with very minimal charges for food and other activities.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For information call the park at: (727) 816-1890.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The park is located in the Port Richey area of Pasco County. At this time only a start-up kit consisting of a small self-composting restroom, small picnic shelter, information kiosk, and one half mile of nature trail is available to the public from the landward side. It can be reached by turning west off of U.S. Hwy. 19 at Cinema Drive. Cinema Drive dead ends at entrance of start-up kit. The main use area of the park is scheduled to begin construction sometime after the first of the new year. That entrance will be just north of Ridge Road in Port Richey.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/topsailhill/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HAUNTED HAYRIDE AND FANTASYLAND</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Topsail Hill Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, October 27, 2006 and Saturday, October 28, 2006 6:30PM-10PM.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Go on a spooky wagon ride through beautiful Topsail Hill State Park! Enter via the West Scenic Hwy 30A Day-Use entrance into Topsail Hill, located 2/10 miles south of the Hwy 98. Halloween Movies for all ages will be and a “scare free” Fantasyland will be offered with activities for young ghouls. Admission is free for movies and into Fantasyland. All proceeds benefit the non-profit “Friends of Topsail Hill” and South Walton Drama Club.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person. Ticket sales start at 6:30PM and end at 9:00PM each evening or later depending on space availability.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> 850-267-0299<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located in Santa Rosa Beach 10 miles east of Destin, FL. Take Interstate 10 to Exit 85 (Defuniak Springs) and follow U.S. Highway 331 south. Travel 27 miles to U.S. Highway 98. Turn right and travel approximately 5 miles west to scenic Highway 30A. Turn left and go ¼ mile to the entrance on the right.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37534173220,+-86.29956002070&ll=30.375319,-86.299582&spn=0.036728,0.085831"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37534173220,+-86.29956002070&ll=30.375319,-86.299582&spn=0.036728,0.085831</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/honeymoonisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">9TH ANNUAL 'HALLOWEEN IN THE PARK'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Honeymoon Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, October 27 & Saturday October 28 6-10 PM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Spooky story telling, face painting, games, costume contest, fun for all ages with a water themed not so scary children’s area as well as a scary trail for the brave. Participants should bring bug spray and a small flashlight.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10.00 donation includes 10 game tickets<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at (727) 469-5943<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Honeymoon Island State Park is located at the extreme west end of S.R.586, north of Dunedin. From I-75 (north of Tampa): I-75 south to I-275 south towards Tampa. Follow I-275 south to Hillsborough Ave west (SR-580). Take SR 580 west to SR-586 fork then left. Follow SR-586 into park. From I-75 (south of Tampa): I-75 north to I-4. I-4 to I-275 north. I-275 to Hillsborough Ave west (SR-580). SR-580 west to SR-586 fork then left. Follow SR-586 west into park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.06075589570,-82.81878038290&ll=28.060771,-82.818718&spn=0.075135,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.06075589570,-82.81878038290&ll=28.060771,-82.818718&spn=0.075135,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/ichetuckneesprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HALLOWEEN ADVENTURE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Ichetucknee Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday & Saturday, October 27th & 28th, 2006. 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take a trip on the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">haunted tram ride</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">, play many different</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">games</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">, participate in the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">costume contest</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">, eat plenty of</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">candy</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. Bring your pumpkin to be judged in the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">pumpkin carving contest</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
Sponsored by</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Friends of Ichetucknee, CSO.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/docs/HalloweenFlyer06.pdf"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Halloween Adventure Flyer (PDF)</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $3.00 per person. Children 5 & under FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-497-4690.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From the north, take I-75 south to exit 423. Take SR 47 south, turn on CR 238 and follow the park signs. From the south, take I-75 north to exit 399. Take US 441 north to the city of High Springs. Take US 27 north to Ft. White, stay on US 27 north approximately 4 miles to the South Park Entrance.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.98575469370,-82.76012440900&ll=29.985866,-82.76001&spn=0.589977,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.98575469370,-82.76012440900&ll=29.985866,-82.76001&spn=0.589977,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/forestcapital/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HERITAGE DAY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Forest Capital Museum State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, October 27th, 2006. 9 a.m until 2 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> On Heritage Day, history comes alive with a living history of life on a Cracker Homestead in 1864. Along with storytelling and a Civil War Encampment enjoy the demonstration of Spinning and Weaving, Basket Weaving, Blacksmithing, Palm and Palmetto Weaving, Wood Carving, Mule and Plow Farming, Cane Grinding, Split Rail Fence Building, Cracker History and much, much more!<BR>
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Scary Stories at the Cracker Homestead 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Free admission!<BR>
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</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Heritage Day Admisison is $1.00<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 850-584-3227.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> 1 mile south of Perry on US 19 - South Alternate 27.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.08013654100,+-83.56619283630&ll=30.080384,-83.566132&spn=0.294708,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.08013654100,+-83.56619283630&ll=30.080384,-83.566132&spn=0.294708,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HAUNTED TRAM RIDES</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday and Saturday, October 27th & 28th, 2006. 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Friends present the Haunted Tram Rides with refreshments, clowns and costume contests and activities in the parking area of the Visitor Center with spooky scenarios set up along the Park’s tram road<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For the Haunted Tram Ride: Adults $5.00 Children $3.00<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/ravinegardens/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">RAVINE SCREAM'S ENCHANTED RAVINES</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Ravine Gardens State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 27 , 2006 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This years Halloween event will include a scare free night. Friday will be a night filled with wonder and enchantment in a fall carnival atmosphere. Children will be able to trick-or -treat in a safe fun environment, while local businesses provide the treats and games. The Tale Tellers of Saint Augustine will again be enchanting families with scare free stories throughout the evening. A wagon tour will take you on a trip through the enchanted ravines where you will enjoy whimsical and magical scenes. Refreshments will be available for purchase. If you are looking to spend a frightful evening with us, be sure come back on Saturday night for bone chilling fun, Ravine Scream 2006. This event is put on through a partnership of the Friends of Ravine Gardens, Inc. and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. We are in need of participants to help make this event a success. We are looking for actors, prop makers, wagon story tellers and fresh ideas from individuals, families, businesses and civic organizations. There are many positions available. If you would like to volunteer for this event please contact the park at 386-329-3721.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> To be announced.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact Ravine Gardens for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Ravine Gardens State Park is located in Palatka, Florida. From US17/SR100, turn south onto Moseley Avenue, then turn east onto Twigg Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.63791732600,-81.64683153740&ll=29.637933,-81.646786&spn=0.074004,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.63791732600,-81.64683153740&ll=29.637933,-81.646786&spn=0.074004,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/maclaygardens/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">STAR GAZING AT MACLAY GARDENS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, October 27, 2006 at 7:00 pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Spooky Star Studded night and Halloween Treats -- Join us for a night under the stars at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park with the Tallahassee Astronomical Society. If you have children who are interested in the stars or you have a class that is studying the solar system this is the perfect venue for them to get first hand information. The program will take place on the lawn at the park Visitor’s Center. There will be a number of telescopes set up and the owners will be available to assist you in viewing the night sky.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free--Donations are always welcomed<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)487-4115<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Maclay State Gardens is located one half mile north of I-10 on U.S. 319.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.51341130340,-84.24649253990&ll=30.51347,-84.246597&spn=0.146705,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.51341130340,-84.24649253990&ll=30.51347,-84.246597&spn=0.146705,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/riverrise/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TRAIL CHALLENGE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">River Rise Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28th, 2006.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> N/A<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> N/A<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> River Rise Preserve State Park is located within</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oleno/default.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">O'Leno State Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. O'Leno State Park is located directly off of U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.90286942590,-82.58814354850&ll=29.902865,-82.588177&spn=0.073809,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.90286942590,-82.58814354850&ll=29.902865,-82.588177&spn=0.073809,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/forestcapital/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">51ST ANNUAL FLORIDA FOREST FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Forest Capital Museum State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28th, 2006.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=CENTER><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">51st ANNUAL FLORIDA FOREST FESTIVAL</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WORLDS LARGEST</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I><U> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FREE</FONT></U></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> FISH FRY</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
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<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">* Live Lumberjack Shows * Live Entertainment *<BR>
* Arts & Crafts * Food Vendors *<BR>
* Gospel Singing * Art Show * Heritage Village *<BR>
* Antique Show * Equipment Demonstrations *<BR>
* Much, Much More! *</FONT></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 850-584-3227.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> 1 mile south of Perry on US 19 - South Alternate 27.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.08013654100,+-83.56619283630&ll=30.080384,-83.566132&spn=0.294708,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.08013654100,+-83.56619283630&ll=30.080384,-83.566132&spn=0.294708,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HANDS ON WOODTURNERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday & Sunday, October 28th & 29th, 2006. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Wood Lathes and carvings of wood dominate this popular event. Watch artists demonstrate their unique art form and sell their wares.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/deleonsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">DELEON SPRINGS CLEAN-UP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">De Leon Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 28, 2006</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Come out and plan to clean up the community and springhead of DeLeon Springs. Meet at the Wachovia Bank, 5065 N. U.S. Highway 17, De Leon Springs. Participants will be assigned an area to pick up trash in the DeLeon Springs area. After the clean up, participants will be provided free admission to DeLeon Springs State Park, where a complimentary lunch will be served. Participants are encouraged to wear sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, work gloves, and comfortable clothing. For more information, or to register on line (required), go to</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://volusia.org/cleanup/deleon.htm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Volusia Clean Up</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This clean up is being held in conjunction with National Make A Difference Day.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Entrance fees are waived for participants<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tom Carey 386-736-5927 ext. 2073<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take US Hwy 17 North from Deland for approximately six miles, following the State Park signs. Turn left onto Ponce DeLeon Blvd and you will travel approximately one mile to the entrance to DeLeon Springs State Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.13217011510,+-81.36073753520&ll=29.13222,-81.360798&spn=0.074373,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.13217011510,+-81.36073753520&ll=29.13222,-81.360798&spn=0.074373,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PLANTING AND PROPAGATING CLASS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28, 2006. 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=CENTER><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PLANTING AND PROPAGATING CLASS</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">-- Learn methods for autumnal gardening--</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Learn how to plan an autumn garden using various methods of planting and propagating in a class on October 28 at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park.<BR>
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Students in the class will learn how to sow seeds, transplant bare root plants and plugs, and how to work with cuttings. Lei Lani Davis will teach the class using various media and amendments for successful gardening. Davis developed her skills as a greenhouse manager at North Florida Research & Education Center in Live Oak, where she also conducts research on hydroponics and offers demonstrations. The planting and propagating class will be held in the park’s Craft Square.<BR>
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The $25 fee for the class includes all supplies and admission to the park. To register for the class, call Craft Square at (386) 397-1920 or visit the web at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.stephenfostercso.com/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.StephenFosterCSO.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The $25 fee for the class includes all supplies and admission to the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-1920.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/suwanneeriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HALLOWEEN FUN</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Suwannee River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28, 2006. 3:00 p.m. until dark.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Enjoy Halloween Fun at Suwannee River State Park. There will be mazes, haunted walks, fireside stories, pumpkin decorating contest and more. Come and enjoy the fun!<BR>
Donations will be accepted for the Citizen Support Organization, Friends of Suwannee River State Park, Inc.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance fee will apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-362-2746.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suwannee River State Park is located 13 miles west of Live Oak, off U.S. 90.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37881104870,-83.16578537440&ll=30.378799,-83.165817&spn=0.293815,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37881104870,-83.16578537440&ll=30.378799,-83.165817&spn=0.293815,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/silverriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PHANTOMS IN THE FOREST</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Silver River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 28, 2006 6:00pm - ?</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The third annual Phantoms in the Forest is destined to be even more fun than the first and second! Come hear spooky tales told by Ocali Storytellers Guild. Baked goods sale and refreshments available. This is a family friendly event, so tales aren't TOO spooky!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person; children 6 and under free<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="mailto:deborah.wilson@dep.state.fl.us%0bDirections"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">deborah.wilson@dep.state.fl.us</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><BR>
</U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Silver River State Park is located east of Ocala, 1 mile south of S.R. 40 on S.R. 35. From Interstate 75, take exit 352 onto SR 40 east, about 9 miles to SR 35. From Interstate 95 take exit 268 to Route 40 west, about 60 miles to SR 35.</FONT></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.20102765160,-82.05279716270&ll=29.201023,-82.052765&spn=0.148647,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.20102765160,-82.05279716270&ll=29.201023,-82.052765&spn=0.148647,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/littletalbotisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SEA TURTLES</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Little Talbot Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28, 2006. 1:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Florida’s beaches are critical nesting habitat for many species of sea turtles. Join Ranger Lee for a revealing presentation about the importance of these magnificent and gentle creatures. Bring the whole family out to beach pavilion six at Little Talbot Island State Park on Saturday, October 28th at 1:00 PM for this informative talk. Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee ($4.00 per vehicle) to attend.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This program is free to Little Talbot campers. Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee of $4.00/vehicle.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I-95 to Heckscher Drive (Milepost Exit 358A - Old Exit 124A) and then travel east for 17 miles.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/standrews/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">NATURE'S GALLERY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">St. Andrews State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday & Sunday, October 28-29</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Friends of St Andrews, Inc. hosts this annual event within the campground area of the park. This event has Arts & Crafts, Florida Folk Life Demonstration, Historical Re-enactments, Students Art Exhibits, Native Wildlife Exhibits, and several other activities for the whole family to enjoy. Admission into the park is free both days, with only donations being accepted at the gates. Parking available on and off the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fees: No park fee<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)233-5140<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From Hwy 98 turn South on to Hwy 3031 (Thomas Drive) and follow it straight to Hwy 392 and turn left to enter into the gates of St. Andrews State Park. St. Andrews State Park is located approximately 3 miles east of Hwy 392.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.13463175860,-85.74396429780&ll=30.134735,-85.743828&spn=0.147273,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.13463175860,-85.74396429780&ll=30.134735,-85.743828&spn=0.147273,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/floridacaverns/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ASTRONOMY GAZING</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Florida Caverns State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 28, 2006 @ 6:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Bring binoculars and a comfortable chair. The folks from Tallahassee Astronomical Society will be on hand to explain basic principles of astronomy and offer the opportunity to view stars, planets, and other celestial objects up close with sophisticated telescopes.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free with park admission<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850) 482-1228<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Florida Caverns State Park is located 3 Miles North of Marianna, Off of U.S. 90 on S.R. 166. From Tallahassee: Take I-10 west to exit 142, turn right on Hwy 71 N to Hwy 90, turn left. Follow brown park signs. From Pensacola: Take I-10 East to exit 136, turn left on Hwy 276 N to Hwy 90, turn right. Follow brown park signs.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.80852564040,+-85.21290868500&ll=30.8085,-85.212879&spn=0.073129,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.80852564040,+-85.21290868500&ll=30.8085,-85.212879&spn=0.073129,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/hillsboroughriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SPIRIT OF THE WOODS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Hillsborough River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28, 2006 - 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m and 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Hillsborough River State Park is hosting a full day of activities to celebrate their “Spirit of the Woods” event. The event will be a full day of activities starting with a day program Spirit of the Woods/Outdoor Expo, and moving into an evening program Spirit of the Woods/Haunted Wood Trail.<BR>
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• Outdoor Expo, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The Expo is “Free” and open to the general public. This day program will include numerous vendors and organizations from the local community with a goal of providing environmental education and highlighting various aspects of outdoor recreation.<BR>
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• 14th Annual Haunted Woods, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Safe alternative to trick or treating, this evening program is “Free” and offers fun for the whole family. Activities include “spooky” walk on the trail, family tram rides, costumes and coloring contests. Refreshments and food can be purchased at our 'Spirit of the Woods Cafe.'<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact Patrick Potts at (813) 987-6771<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Hillsborough River State Park is located 9 miles north of Tampa and 6 miles south of Zephyrhills on US Highway 301. From I-75, Southbound from Ocala take the SR 54. Exit #279 east to Hwy 301, travel South for 6 miles, and the park will be on your right-hand side. From I-75, Northbound from Tampa take the Fowler Ave. Exit #265 east to Hwy 301, travel North for 9 miles, and the park will be on your left-hand side. From I-4, West bound take Exit 10 go north on CR 579 to US 301, follow the signs and go North 7 miles the park will be on your left-hand side. From I-4, East bound take Exit 7 (be careful of the merges) and go North on US 301 for 14 miles, the park will be on your left-hand side.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.14476723150,-82.22474079240&ll=28.14466,-82.22477&spn=0.150153,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.14476723150,-82.22474079240&ll=28.14466,-82.22477&spn=0.150153,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/wakullasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CREATURE FILM FEST</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> A celebration of the classic film "Creature from the Black Lagoon". Call for details and prices. Visit</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.creaturefest.com/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.creaturefest.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call for details and prices<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)224-5950<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Traveling East on I-10 to new Exit 196 (old Exit 28). Take SR-263 (Capitol Circle) South 12 miles. Turn right (South) onto US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance. From West I-10 use new Exit 203(old Exit 30). Take SR-61 (Thomasville Rd) South. Continue on SR-61 thru Tallahassee for 10 miles. Take US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) South for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/ravinegardens/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">RAVINE SCREAM</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Ravine Gardens State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 28, 2006 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Spend a haunting evening at Ravine Gardens State Park. Saturday night you can take a terrifying walk or run through a Haunted House sponsored by Flo Arts students. Then listen to a cauldron of spooky stories told by The Tale Tellers of Saint Augustine. If you dare, take a wagon ride around the Ravine of Terror, where all your nightmares may come true. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Some scenes may be too scary for children, adult discretion is advised. If you are looking to spend a more enchanted evening, be sure to join us on Friday where Ravine Scream will take on a more Fall Carnival like atmosphere, with scare free fun for everyone. This event is put on through a partnership of the Friends of Ravine Gardens, Inc. and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. We are in need of participants to help make this event a success. We are looking for actors, prop makers, wagon story tellers and fresh ideas from individuals, families, businesses and civic organizations. There are many positions available. If you would like to volunteer for this event please contact the park at 386-329-3721<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> To be announced.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Ravine Gardens State Park is located in Palatka, Florida. From US17/SR100, turn south onto Moseley Avenue, then turn east onto Twigg Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.63791732600,-81.64683153740&ll=29.637933,-81.646786&spn=0.074004,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.63791732600,-81.64683153740&ll=29.637933,-81.646786&spn=0.074004,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, October 28th, 2006. 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Meet at 7:45 a.m.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. This leisurely-paced walk is on an accessible paved trail winding through a hydric hammock along Pepper Creek. Please call the park office if you have questions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/FLEVite.cfm?EventID=1363"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OLD TIME DANCE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: October 29, 6 - 10:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Kick up your heels to traditional American music played by Mudhole Control while Dennis Ricker calls traditional American folk dance steps. Dances such as circles, squares, contras and waltzes were all the rage in the 1800s, so come dance like it’s 1891!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $8.00 - 10 years and older<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/alafiariver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FLORIDA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES #5</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Alafia River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday - October 29, 2006</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> One off-road mountain bike race in a series of 8 that will be held on Alafia River State Park's exceptional trails. For additional fee information please log on to</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.goneriding.com/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">GoneRiding.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entry fees still apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at (813) 672-5320<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From the South - Take I-75 North to exit #240. At exit #240, turn Right (East) onto SR 674. Keep straight on SR 674 for approximately 15 miles. Turn Left (North) at flashing light, onto CR 39 for approximately 5 miles. The main park entrance is on the Right side. >From the North - Take I-75 South to exit #246. At exit #246, turn Right (East) onto Big Bend Road. Keep straight on Big Bend Road for approximately 1 mile. Turn Right (South) onto U.S. 301. Keep straight on U.S. 301 for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn Left (East) onto CR 672. Follow CR 672 for approximately 12 miles. Turn Left (North) onto CR 39. Keep straight on CR 39 for approximately 1.5 miles. The main park entrance in on the Right side. From the East - Take I-4 West to exit #22. Turn Left onto Park Road. Follow Park Road for approximately 2.5 miles. Bear right onto 39B. Turn Left onto SR 39 (James Redman Parkway). Continue on SR/CR 39 for approximately 15.2 miles. The main park entrance will be on the Left side.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/crystalriverpreserve/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SUNDAY IN THE PARK</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Crystal River Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, Oct. 29, 2006. 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> A leisurely stroll will guide visitors around the ADA accessible 1/3 of a mile boardwalk at the park's Churchhouse Hammock Trail. The walk will include some historical components as well as information about the habitat and any wildlife viewed. This area of the park is some of the last remaining natural areas found on Kings Bay.<BR>
Please note - the river cannot be viewed from this trail.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For additional information, call 352-563-0450.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Visitor Center</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: is located at 3266 North Sailboat Ave. Take U.S. Hwy 19 3/4 mile north of the Crystal River Mall. Turn left onto State Park Drive at the Days Inn. Follow State Park Drive until it dead ends at the Crystal River.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Eco-Walk</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: 5990 North Tallahassee Road. Take U.S. Hwy 19 north to just before Seven Rivers Hospital. Turn left onto Curtis Tool Road. The intersection of Curtis Tool and Tallahassee Road is the Eco-walk trail head.<BR>
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</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Churchhouse Hammock</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: across from the Crystal River Mall.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.02891245160,+-82.69828602230&ll=29.028856,-82.698212&spn=0.074448,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.02891245160,+-82.69828602230&ll=29.028856,-82.698212&spn=0.074448,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">RURAL FOLKLIFE DAYS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Thursday & Friday, November 2nd & 3rd, 2006. 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Florida’s rural past continues with quilting, cane grinding, syrup making, lye soap making, handplaited cow whips and other farm traditions that remain part of family and community life. Ride in a horse-drawn wagon and taste homemade jellies at this family event. School groups welcome.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">School groups should call 386-397-7005 to register and receive educator’s handbook.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/floridacaverns/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FLORIDA CAVERNS FALL FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Florida Caverns State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, November 3rd and 4th, 2006 -9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> It’s a day of learning about times past and how life used to be in the early days. It is history at its best, as re-enactors demonstrate the art of cooking in cast iron pots, grinding cornmeal and much more! There is too much to mention, but it will be a memorable time for all.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Admission into the park is free both days, with only donations being accepted at the gate.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850) 482-1228<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Florida Caverns State Park is located 3 Miles North of Marianna, Off of U.S. 90 on S.R. 166. From Tallahassee: Take I-10 west to exit 142, turn right on Hwy 71 N to Hwy 90, turn left. Follow brown park signs. From Pensacola: Take I-10 East to exit 136, turn left on Hwy 276 N to Hwy 90, turn right. Follow brown park signs.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.80852564040,+-85.21290868500&ll=30.8085,-85.212879&spn=0.073129,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.80852564040,+-85.21290868500&ll=30.8085,-85.212879&spn=0.073129,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/sebastianinlet/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">QUIKSILVER 'KING OF THE PEAK' SURF CONTEST</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Sebastian Inlet State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 4 & 5, 2006, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Some of the best surfers around 'shoot the tube' and 'Hang Ten' while completing for $10,000.00 in prize money.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free, normal entrance fees apply<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="file://www.quiksilver.com"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.quiksilver.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From Indian River County:From Interstate 95, take the Fellsmere/Sebastian exit and go east (towards Sebastian) on County Road 512. After a short distance, turn right on County Road 510. This road will intersect with U.S. Highway 1. Continue east, over the Indian River, to State Road A1A. Turn left (north) and go 7 miles on State Road A1A, you will have arrived at Sebastian Inlet.From Brevard County:From Interstate 95, take the U.S. 192 exit and go east until you reach State Road A1A in Indialantic. Turn right (south) on State Road A1A and go 18 miles to get to Sebastian Inlet.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.87429514220,-80.45566178190&ll=27.874287,-80.455627&spn=0.075265,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.87429514220,-80.45566178190&ll=27.874287,-80.455627&spn=0.075265,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 4th, 2006. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 4th, 2006. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=CENTER><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">-- Celebrate Autumn with Music and Crafts --</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Music and crafts will be featured at the 6th Fall Harvest Festival on November 4 at the State of Florida’s Nature & Heritage Tourism Center.<BR>
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The festival will feature musical performances beginning at 9 a.m. and craft vendors throughout the day. Musicians will include the Bullard Brothers & Friends, Tammy Murray, May Frances Marshall, Jerry Carris, Mike & Jamie, Cross Creek Cloggers, the Cowboy Crackers, Sonny Lyons, Gerry Cox and others.<BR>
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Crafts available for sale from the artists who created them include pottery, stained glass, toys, wood crafts, and jewelry. Native plants also will be for sale. Visitors will be able to take a free ride on a horse-drawn wagon.<BR>
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The event is sponsored by the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Heritage & Tourism Center</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> and the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">White Springs Special Events Committee.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/standrews/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">IRONMAN TRIATHLON</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">St. Andrews State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 4th</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Friends of St. Andrews, Inc. along with the Ironman North America Triathlon, Inc. hosts the run portion only of this event within the boundaries of the park. Entry is free the day of the event only to Participates.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)233-5140<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From Hwy 98 turn South on to Hwy 3031 (Thomas Drive) and follow it straight to Hwy 392 and turn left to enter into the gates of St. Andrews State Park. St. Andrews State Park is located approximately 3 miles east of Hwy 392.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.13463175860,-85.74396429780&ll=30.134735,-85.743828&spn=0.147273,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.13463175860,-85.74396429780&ll=30.134735,-85.743828&spn=0.147273,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/macarthurbeach/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MACARTHUR UNDER MOONLIGHT - GEORGE MANOSIS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">John D. MacArthur Beach State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 4, 7 - 9:00 PM<BR>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">George E. Manosis is a singer/songwriter and guitarist based in Palm Beach County, Florida. He writes and performs songs that naturally blend the best aspects of pop, blues, country and folk into a sound that is uniquely his own.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">In addition to his original musical pursuits, George has an extensive repertoire of songs by many popular artists. From current hits to old favorites, George is known for tailoring his show to the audience by changing the genre and style of music to fit the mood of the moment.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">George has released two CDs of original songs, 'Uncorked' and 'Love and Other Disasters.' They feature many of his most requested compositions. With thoughtful lyrics and memorable hooks, George's 'slice of life' songs have a wide appeal. Enjoy the music under the cover of our amphitheater, and feel free to bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets. Rain or moonlight, the show will go on!</FONT></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Admission is $5.00. Children under 10 are free<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (561) 624-6952<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located 2.8 miles south of the intersection of U.S.1 and PGA Blvd. on A1A in North Palm Beach.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.82425840760,-80.04449403580&ll=26.824224,-80.044498&spn=0.075982,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.82425840760,-80.04449403580&ll=26.824224,-80.044498&spn=0.075982,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortgeorgeisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION PRESENTATION</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort George Island Cultural State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 4th, 2006. 2:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Have you ever considered volunteering at a state park? Talbot volunteers spend 4-20 hours per week enriching their lives by making our visitors outings more enjoyable.<BR>
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Volunteering can be a great way to spend your free time regardless of your age or your abilities and society can benefit greatly by your generosity. Can you picture yourself building a boardwalk over the dunes to the beach? Perhaps you would rather greet visitors to the historic Ribault Clubhouse. Maybe you could be a campground host?<BR>
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Ranger Brian will be conducting a Talbot Island’s volunteer orientation session at the Ribault Club on Fort George Island on Saturday, November 4th at 2:00 p.m. If you have any questions about our volunteer program or are interested in volunteering at Talbot Islands but cannot attend the orientation, please call the Talbot Islands Ranger Station at 904-251-2320. The Ribault Club is located off of Heckscher Drive on Fort George Road.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Orientation is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fort George Island Cultural State Park lies approximately 16 miles east of downtown Jacksonville on S.R. A1A, or three miles south of Little Talbot Island State Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.41205071060,+-81.42992206880&ll=30.412114,-81.429977&spn=0.073429,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.41205071060,+-81.42992206880&ll=30.412114,-81.429977&spn=0.073429,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/highlandshammock/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ANNUAL CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORPS FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Highlands Hammock State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 4, 2006<BR>
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> It's the 21st Annual Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Festival! Plan for a great day of family fun for all! The festival honors the men of the CCC's, who in the 1930's & 40's, voluntarily joined this civilian 'army' and began to work on conservation projects throughout the United States. Their work also helped clear the way for the beginning of Florida's state parks. Event highlights include; children's activities, arts & craft vendors, antique car show, folk music, live animal exhibits and $2.00 tram tours & hayrides. This would be a great weekend to camp at the park. Contact Reserve America for your reservations EARLY- 800-326-3521 Attention: Crafters/Vendors/Reenactors - Contact event coordinator, Dorothy Harris, at (863) 634-7695 for a vendor packet and/or additional information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance fee of $4.00 per vehicle applies for participants not registered in campground.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact Dorothy Harris at: (863) 634-7695<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Highlands Hammock State Park is located off US 27 on SR 634 (also known as Hammock Road), four miles west of Sebring.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST WEEKEND UNION GARRISON</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Clinch State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: See below.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Saturday November 4, 2006 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. </FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Sunday November 5, 2006 9:00 a.m. until noon. </FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance fee plus $2.00 per person Fort admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-277-7274.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I–95 to the Fernandina Beach/Callahan exit (Milepost Exit 373 - Old Exit 129), and stay to the right. You will then be traveling east on A1A. (This road becomes 8th Street within the town limits of Fernandina.) Stay on this road, (A1A), for 16 miles until you come to the intersection of 8th Street and Atlantic Avenue. Turn right on Atlantic Avenue and go about two miles, Fort Clinch State Park will be on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/littletalbotisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION PRESENTATION</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Little Talbot Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 4th, 2006. 2:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Have you ever considered volunteering at a state park? Talbot volunteers spend 4-20 hours per week enriching their lives by making our visitors outings more enjoyable.<BR>
<BR>
Volunteering can be a great way to spend your free time regardless of your age or your abilities and society can benefit greatly by your generosity. Can you picture yourself building a boardwalk over the dunes to the beach? Perhaps you would rather greet visitors to the historic Ribault Clubhouse. Maybe you could be a campground host?<BR>
<BR>
Ranger Brian will be conducting a Talbot Island’s volunteer orientation session at the Ribault Club on Fort George Island on Saturday, November 4th at 2:00 p.m. If you have any questions about our volunteer program or are interested in volunteering at Talbot Islands but cannot attend the orientation, please call the Talbot Islands Ranger Station at 904-251-2320. The Ribault Club is located off of Heckscher Drive on Fort George Road.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Orientation is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I-95 to Heckscher Drive (Milepost Exit 358A - Old Exit 124A) and then travel east for 17 miles.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OVERNIGHT BACKPACKING TRIP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 4, 2006. Starts at 10:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The overnight trip is a moderately strenuous hike of approximately 6.5 miles over level to slightly rolling terrain</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">(not recommended for children under 10)</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. The pack in, pack out hike begins mid-morning Saturday with a 4.5-mile hike to Persimmon Point. Sunday’s return hike skirts along a two-mile section of the picturesque north rim of the prairie basin. It concludes around noon Sunday at the starting point.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - MATTHEW SABATELLA</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 5, 6 - 9:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take a step back in time and join us for a lovely evening concert under the moonlight at The Barnacle. Matthew Sabatella and the Rambling Gamblers will perform culturally significant renditions of traditional American folk music, entertaining listeners of all ages with great talent and knowledge. Picnics welcome. Bring a blanket or chairs. NO PETS. Alcohol is prohibited at this event.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 - 10 years and older<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">INTRODUCTION TO SHOREBIRDS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Monday, November 6, 2006. 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Special presentation with an introduction to shorebirds and tips on how to identify these birds that are often difficult to identify using the clues experts use. There will also be a review optics and recommended reference books. There is no charge for this program and the public is invited. Instructor: Murray Gardler.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> There is no charge for this program.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/alafiariver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ALAFIA FAT TIRE FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Alafia River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 10-12, 2006</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join the SWAMP Mountain Bike Club for 2-days of off-road adventure at Alafia River State Park and Balm Boyette Scrub Nature Preserve. Festival activities and amenities will include: guided rides for all skill levels, beverage and snacks available on all rides, breakfast, lunch & dinner on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday, camping (two nights) adjacent to the event headquarters, local bike shop displays and bike mechanic services, factory reps with demo bikes, event SWAG, live musical entertainment on Friday & Saturday night, night ride (Friday). An entry pass will be provided to pre-registered guests prior to the event. Registration will be limited to the first 275 applicants. Camp sites are available to the first 175 requests.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Please contact SWAMP for fee information.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.swampclub.org/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SWAMP</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Log on to SWAMP or call 813-689-5109<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From the South - Take I-75 North to exit #240. At exit #240, turn Right (East) onto SR 674. Keep straight on SR 674 for approximately 15 miles. Turn Left (North) at flashing light, onto CR 39 for approximately 5 miles. The main park entrance is on the Right side. >From the North - Take I-75 South to exit #246. At exit #246, turn Right (East) onto Big Bend Road. Keep straight on Big Bend Road for approximately 1 mile. Turn Right (South) onto U.S. 301. Keep straight on U.S. 301 for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn Left (East) onto CR 672. Follow CR 672 for approximately 12 miles. Turn Left (North) onto CR 39. Keep straight on CR 39 for approximately 1.5 miles. The main park entrance in on the Right side. From the East - Take I-4 West to exit #22. Turn Left onto Park Road. Follow Park Road for approximately 2.5 miles. Bear right onto 39B. Turn Left onto SR 39 (James Redman Parkway). Continue on SR/CR 39 for approximately 15.2 miles. The main park entrance will be on the Left side.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/FLEVite.cfm?EventID=1348"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/silverriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OCALI COUNTRY DAYS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Silver River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 11 & 12, 2006</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This annual weekend event is one of Ocala's most popular. Put on by the Marion County School Board, it is the annual fundraiser that keeps the Silver River Museum & Education Center able to continue the educational committment to the youngsters of the county. Presentations and displays center around Central Florida at the turn of the century. (Not THIS century, but last!) This is a great family event with demonstrations and artisans, and lots of fun for the kids.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entry fee waived; $4.00 per person for event.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> deborah.wilson@dep.state.fl.us<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Silver River State Park is located east of Ocala, 1 mile south of S.R. 40 on S.R. 35. From Interstate 75, take exit 352 onto SR 40 east, about 9 miles to SR 35. From Interstate 95 take exit 268 to Route 40 west, about 60 miles to SR 35.</FONT></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.20102765160,-82.05279716270&ll=29.201023,-82.052765&spn=0.148647,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.20102765160,-82.05279716270&ll=29.201023,-82.052765&spn=0.148647,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oleno/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">2ND ANNUAL ANTIQUE CAR SHOW AND DANCE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OLeno State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 11, 2006. 10:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=CENTER><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">2nd Annual Antique Car Show and Dance<BR>
November 11th, 2006</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Join us for a day of family fun at O’Leno State Park. View many beautiful antique cars in the shade of the old oak trees. Trophies will be awarded. Food will be available for purchase by the Friends of O’Leno. Then stay for the Old Time Dance in the Recreation Hall next to the river. Dance Contra, Circles and Squares with the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Flying Turtles String Band</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR ALIGN=CENTER><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Car Show 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.<BR>
Old Time Dance 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.<BR>
Beginners’ lessons at 3:30 p.m.<BR>
The car show is free with park admission.<BR>
Dance tickets: $5.00 per adult, $3.00 per child.</FONT></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Car show is free with park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-454-1853.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> O'Leno State Park is located on U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.91979286480,-82.60427272960&ll=29.919828,-82.604141&spn=0.147593,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.91979286480,-82.60427272960&ll=29.919828,-82.604141&spn=0.147593,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stsebastian/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">POKER RIDE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 11, 2006, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> An equestrian event to support the state park. For more information contact Patti at 772.473.5025 or by email at treasurecoasttrailriders@hotmail.com<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $15 per hand, $5 each add'l hand<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> treasurecoasttrailriders@hotmail.com<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/capeflorida/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">30TH ANNUAL LIGHTHOUSE RUN</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 11, 6:00 AM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free admission from 6:00 AM until the race starts. Please register before the day of the race. The Village of Key Biscayne and Cape Florida sponsor a 5K and 10K road race and a 5K walk that winds through residential Key Biscayne and scenic Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, with a long view of Biscayne Bay and the Cape Florida Lighthouse. Once the races begin, no vehicle will be permitted to drive into or out of the park until all the runners have completed the races. For registration information, please contact the Village of Key Biscayne, Department of Recreation at (305) 365-8900.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Village of Key Biscayne - (305) 365-8900<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is located on Key Biscayne. From Miami, take I-95 to the Rickenbacker Causeway, all the way to the end.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.68225438280,+-80.15761501150&ll=25.682375,-80.157623&spn=0.153465,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.68225438280,+-80.15761501150&ll=25.682375,-80.157623&spn=0.153465,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MAD HATTER ARTS FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 11-12, Art Show - 10:00 AM<BR>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Music and Art in the park at The Barnacle and throughout Coconut Grove.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance fee $1.00 for ages 6 and over; under 6 are free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">READING WITH ROCKY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, Nov. 11, 2006. 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Reading with Rocky will feature a different animal each session, most of which can be seen in the wildlife park. Volunteer Barbara Cairns will tell the children stories about that month’s featured animal and will sometimes include a craft project to go with it. Rocky is the name of one of the Park’s two Whooping Cranes and is featured in a new display in the Children’s Education Center. A life-sized painting of Rocky with wings outstretched adorns one wall of the education center and the reading sessions will take place in front of the Whooping Crane display.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/littletalbotisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TALBOT CRITTERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Little Talbot Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday & Sunday, November 11th & 12th, 2006. 1:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fuzzy, furry, or full of feathers, Florida’s natural environments are home to an assortment of wildlife. Join Park Ranger Ed and learn about the many common, threatened, and endangered species that inhabit the natural communities of the undeveloped barrier islands that make up Talbot Islands State Parks.<BR>
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This program will take place at Pavilion 6 at Little Talbot Island State Park. No reservations are necessary and the program is free. Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee ($4.00 per vehicle) to attend.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee ($4.00 per vehicle) to attend.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I-95 to Heckscher Drive (Milepost Exit 358A - Old Exit 124A) and then travel east for 17 miles.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/dudleyfarm/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">3RD ANNUAL QUILT SHOW AT VISITOR CENTER</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Dudley Farm Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 11, 2006. 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Featuring 100 handmade quilts and a quilt titled “Dudley Barn Raising”. A new feature this year is Quilt Documentation, a community outreach program. Qualified quilt experts will teach about the quilts’ origins and the Dudley Farm Domestic Skills group will demonstrate hand quilting and have quilting books for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission of $4.00/vehicle (up to 8 passengers).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-472-1142.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Dudley Farm Historic State Park is located 4 miles east of Newberry on SR 26.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.65454368900,-82.54458561090&ll=29.654642,-82.544403&spn=0.295968,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.65454368900,-82.54458561090&ll=29.654642,-82.544403&spn=0.295968,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN SOLDIER</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Clinch State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 11th, 2006. 7:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> An after hours program saluting Veterans with a timeline of men and women portraying soldiers from each major military conflict in US history. Bug spray, blanket, and/or lawn chair recommended.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance is one canned good per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information call 904-277-7274.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I–95 to the Fernandina Beach/Callahan exit (Milepost Exit 373 - Old Exit 129), and stay to the right. You will then be traveling east on A1A. (This road becomes 8th Street within the town limits of Fernandina.) Stay on this road, (A1A), for 16 miles until you come to the intersection of 8th Street and Atlantic Avenue. Turn right on Atlantic Avenue and go about two miles, Fort Clinch State Park will be on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/egmontkey/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">'DISCOVER THE ISLAND'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Egmont Key State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 11 and Sunday, November 12 2006 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Activities include a 10 stop interpretive walking tour, Civil War re-enactment and Veteran Tribute. Shuttle boats will leave Ft. Desoto Park from 9:00 Am until 3:00 PM with last boat returning at 5:00 PM. Sponsored by Egmont Key Alliance and Hubbard’s Sea Adventures. For more information on this event, visit:</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.egmontkey.org/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.EgmontKey.org</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tickets are $15.00 (children under 12 are free) and can be obtained on the boat or by visiting</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="file://www.Egmontkey.org"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.Egmontkey.org</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at (727) 469-5943<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Egmont Key is located at the mouth of Tampa Bay, southwest of Fort DeSoto Beach. Access by private boat only.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WILDLIFE WALK (DEPENDING ON WATER LEVELS)</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 11, 2006. Starts at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join a Paynes Prairie Ranger for a walk on the wild side. This adventure onto the prairie basin on an earthen dike trail demonstrates why the Preserve is recognized as a National Natural Landmark. See the wetland and Alachua Sink in action, plus observe alligators, 271 species of birds, and dazzling displays of flowers in bloom. The three-mile walk leads to an elevated observation deck. This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">25 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/crystalriverpreserve/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SUNDAY IN THE PARK</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Crystal River Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, Nov. 12, 2006. 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> A leisurely stroll will guide visitors around the ADA accessible 1/3 of a mile boardwalk at the park's Churchhouse Hammock Trail. The walk will include some historical components as well as information about the habitat and any wildlife viewed. This area of the park is some of the last remaining natural areas found on Kings Bay.<BR>
Please note - the river cannot be viewed from this trail.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For additional information, call 352-563-0450.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Visitor Center</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: is located at 3266 North Sailboat Ave. Take U.S. Hwy 19 3/4 mile north of the Crystal River Mall. Turn left onto State Park Drive at the Days Inn. Follow State Park Drive until it dead ends at the Crystal River.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Eco-Walk</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: 5990 North Tallahassee Road. Take U.S. Hwy 19 north to just before Seven Rivers Hospital. Turn left onto Curtis Tool Road. The intersection of Curtis Tool and Tallahassee Road is the Eco-walk trail head.<BR>
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</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Churchhouse Hammock</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: across from the Crystal River Mall.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.02891245160,+-82.69828602230&ll=29.028856,-82.698212&spn=0.074448,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.02891245160,+-82.69828602230&ll=29.028856,-82.698212&spn=0.074448,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SUWANNEE OLD-TIME MUSIC WEEKEND</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 17th, 18th and 19th, 2006.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Spend the weekend picking up old-time music techniques from the masters of the fiddle, banjo, guitar and voice. The weekend features nationally renowned musicians Alice Gerrard, Beverly Smith and Carl Jones, as well as homegrown talents Bob Murphy and Chuck Levy. Three mini-concerts are scheduled throughout the weekend featuring Florida’s own: Lloyd Baldwin, Dave Forbes, Bill Paine, Mike Stapleton and Lis & Lon Williamson. A Special concert by Gerrard, Smith, Jones and our other instructors is scheduled for Sunday evening. Registration fees include workshops, meals, concerts, mini-concerts and jams. Bring your spouse along for the meals, concerts, mini-concerts and jams for and additional $40.00 </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/%20docs/2006OTMCRegistrationForm.pdf"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Download Registration Form (PDF)</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $160.00 – includes meals Saturday Evening Concert: $10.00<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/macarthurbeach/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">NATIVE PLANT SALE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">John D. MacArthur Beach State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Nov. 18, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM<BR>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Come down and buy a Florida native plant to put in your landscape. Florida native plants add beauty and life to your yard by attracting many varieties of birds and butterflies. There will be several varieties of plants available to purchase, including trees, shrubs, vines and wildflowers.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (561) 624-6952<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is located 2.8 miles south of the intersection of U.S.1 and PGA Blvd. on A1A in North Palm Beach.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.82425840760,-80.04449403580&ll=26.824224,-80.044498&spn=0.075982,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.82425840760,-80.04449403580&ll=26.824224,-80.044498&spn=0.075982,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/wakullasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WETLANDS TOUR</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 18, 10am to 12 noon</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Explore the area floodplain and learn about the plant and animal life that rely on this environment for their existence. Make of day of it, with breakfast before or lunch afterwards at the historic Wakulla Springs Lodge.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free with Park Admission<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)224-5950<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Traveling East on I-10 to new Exit 196 (old Exit 28). Take SR-263 (Capitol Circle) South 12 miles. Turn right (South) onto US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance. From West I-10 use new Exit 203(old Exit 30). Take SR-61 (Thomasville Rd) South. Continue on SR-61 thru Tallahassee for 10 miles. Take US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) South for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/littletalbotisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SHARK TEETH</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Little Talbot Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday & Sunday, November 18th & 19th, 2006. 1:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Picture yourself meandering quietly along the serene shoreline of Amelia Island State Park, then suddenly being startled into reality by the excited squeal of a child as they announce to the world “I found a shark’s tooth!” Has this happened to you? It’s definitely a possibility if you’re visiting one of the pristine beaches of the Talbot Islands State Parks.<BR>
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Join Ranger Brian as he discusses the different types of shark teeth that can be found on the area’s beaches. He’ll also reveal the best times to look for teeth and the areas that seem to be better than others for finding shark teeth. This program will take place at Pavilion 6 at Little Talbot Island State Park. No reservations are necessary and the program is free. Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee ($4.00 per vehicle) to attend.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Non-campers will need to pay the park entrance fee ($4.00 per vehicle) to attend.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I-95 to Heckscher Drive (Milepost Exit 358A - Old Exit 124A) and then travel east for 17 miles.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PRAIRIE RIM RAMBLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 18th, 2006. Starts at 8:30 a.m. The hike will take approximately 3 hours.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Follow in the footsteps of noted naturalist and artist William Bartram on this guided hike of the north rim of Paynes Prairie. The heavily shaded trail rambles around an array of fragile sinkholes with interesting plant diversity. Along the way enjoy wildlife viewing, bird & butterfly watching, sweeping views of the freshwater marsh, and learning about Paynes Prairie’s history –</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">the prairie has been a center for human activity for over 12,000 years!</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Moderate 3.5 mile hike.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/alafiariver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">THE X-COUNTRY MARATHON</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Alafia River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday - November 19, 2006 7:45 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Enjoy the rolling hills and tall grasses of Alafia River State Park as you race on the wide open paths. This 2nd annual off-road race comes just before the Florida marathon season. Try the full marathon or sample the Half-Marathon or 5K courses. Either way, come run with us!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park admission fees still apply. For more race fee info go to</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.tamparaces.com/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TampaRaces.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at (813)672-5320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From the South - Take I-75 North to exit #240. At exit #240, turn Right (East) onto SR 674. Keep straight on SR 674 for approximately 15 miles. Turn Left (North) at flashing light, onto CR 39 for approximately 5 miles. The main park entrance is on the Right side. >From the North - Take I-75 South to exit #246. At exit #246, turn Right (East) onto Big Bend Road. Keep straight on Big Bend Road for approximately 1 mile. Turn Right (South) onto U.S. 301. Keep straight on U.S. 301 for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn Left (East) onto CR 672. Follow CR 672 for approximately 12 miles. Turn Left (North) onto CR 39. Keep straight on CR 39 for approximately 1.5 miles. The main park entrance in on the Right side. From the East - Take I-4 West to exit #22. Turn Left onto Park Road. Follow Park Road for approximately 2.5 miles. Bear right onto 39B. Turn Left onto SR 39 (James Redman Parkway). Continue on SR/CR 39 for approximately 15.2 miles. The main park entrance will be on the Left side.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/highlandshammock/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ANNUAL 5K TURKEY TROT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Highlands Hammock State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Thursday November 23, 2006 (Thanksgiving Morning)<BR>
Race begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This run/walk is a fund-raiser hosted by the Friends of Highlands Hammock and is held on the park's 'loop drive.' This paved one-way drive travels under the dense hardwood hammock. Expect full shade and cool temperatures. Participants should arrive by 7:30 a.m. for same-day registration. Pre-registration is recommended!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Entry donation varies with choice of commemorative T-shirt.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at (863) 386-6099<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Highlands Hammock State Park is located off US 27 on SR 634 (also known as Hammock Road), four miles west of Sebring.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/myakkariver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FRIENDS OF MYAKKA RIVER 'FULL MOON CONCERT SERIES'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Myakka River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 24th, Friday, 2006 - Time: 7:00 pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Vicki Genfan - Vicki Genfan’s music fuses jazz, funk, and world beat into a style that has given her worldwide recognition and earned her the nickname of 'the Jimi Hendrix of acoustic guitar'. Give yourself and someone special a feast for all the senses this Thanksgiving.<BR>
No park entrance fee is charged to attend the Friends of Myakka, Full Moon Concert Series. Concert tickets are sold on day of event, ( cash only), at the Myakka River State park Ranger Station, 13208 SR 72, Sarasota, Florida. Proceeds from these concerts help support resource management and habitat restoration efforts at Myakka River State Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Ticket cost: $8.00 per person. (Friends members, $6.00 per person)<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at: 941-361-6511<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Myakka River State Park is located 9 miles east of I-75 in Sarasota on S.R. 72.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.23944848530,-82.31662714370&ll=27.239368,-82.316437&spn=0.302807,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.23944848530,-82.31662714370&ll=27.239368,-82.316437&spn=0.302807,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 25th, 2006. 8:00 a..m. to 9:30 a.m. (Meet at 7:45 a.m.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. This leisurely-paced walk is on an accessible paved trail winding through a hydric hammock along Pepper Creek. Please call the park office if you have questions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/littletalbotisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">BARRIER ISLAND DYNAMICS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Little Talbot Island State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 25th, 2006. 12:00 noon.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Do barrier islands move? Of course they do! Come explore the dynamic environment of barrier islands and their important role in coastal ecology. Learn about island formation, island migration, and the currents that erode and accrete our barrier and sea islands. This discussion will also include the makeup and importance of the natural communities that preserve our barrier islands.<BR>
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Join Ranger Rick on Saturday, November 25th at 12:00 PM at the Ribault Club on historic Fort George Island for this educational presentation. The program is free, no reservations required. Come early or stay late and enjoy the other recreational opportunities at Fort George Island Cultural State Park. Families can tour the Ribault Clubhouse exhibits, hike/bike the 4-mile nature trail, picnic on the grounds, or fish from the shoreline behind the Club! The Ribault Club is open to the public 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This program is free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I-95 to Heckscher Drive (Milepost Exit 358A - Old Exit 124A) and then travel east for 17 miles.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.45826647010,-81.41802418320&ll=30.458292,-81.417961&spn=0.073394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/gainesville-hawthorne/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 25, 2006. 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Approximately 3 hours.<BR>
Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal!</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suggested donation of $2.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail State Park starts on S.E. 15th Street and extends to Hawthorne near U.S. 301. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Boulware Springs trailhead from Gainesville, intersection of University Avenue and Main Street: Travel east on University Avenue and take the right fork onto SR 20. Almost immediately, go south onto SE 15th Street. Travel until you find Boulware Springs City Park on the right. If the road makes a 90 degree left turn, you've passed the park and need to turn around. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Hawthorne trailhead from Hawthorne: Follow the signs posted on US 301 or CR 2082.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortgeorgeisland/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">BARRIER ISLAND DYNAMICS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort George Island Cultural State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 25th, 2006. 12:00 noon.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Do barrier islands move? Of course they do! Come explore the dynamic environment of barrier islands and their important role in coastal ecology. Learn about island formation, island migration, and the currents that erode and accrete our barrier and sea islands. This discussion will also include the makeup and importance of the natural communities that preserve our barrier islands.<BR>
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Join Ranger Rick on Saturday, November 25th at 12:00 PM at the Ribault Club on historic Fort George Island for this educational presentation. The program is free, no reservations required. Come early or stay late and enjoy the other recreational opportunities at Fort George Island Cultural State Park. Families can tour the Ribault Clubhouse exhibits, hike/bike the 4-mile nature trail, picnic on the grounds, or fish from the shoreline behind the Club! The Ribault Club is open to the public 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This program is free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-251-2320.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fort George Island Cultural State Park lies approximately 16 miles east of downtown Jacksonville on S.R. A1A, or three miles south of Little Talbot Island State Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.41205071060,+-81.42992206880&ll=30.412114,-81.429977&spn=0.073429,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.41205071060,+-81.42992206880&ll=30.412114,-81.429977&spn=0.073429,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, November 25, 2006. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal! This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/forttaylor/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PIRATES IN PARADISE FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: November 30 - December 3<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Historic Fort Taylor hosts the 2006 Pirates in Paradise Festival. The event features a 'Thieves Market' on the fort's parade grounds, a land/sea battle with area historic tall ships and a reenactment of the trial of the two most notorious female pirates ever to sail the seas, Mary Read and Anne Bonny. Seminole Nation reenactor Jim Sawgrass is scheduled to attend and present an historical program on the Seminole.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Special event fee<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 292-6713<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fort Zachary Taylor is located at the end of Southard Street on Truman Annex in Key West.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.55034983750,+-81.80630835850&ll=24.550324,-81.806345&spn=0.038723,0.085831"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.55034983750,+-81.80630835850&ll=24.550324,-81.806345&spn=0.038723,0.085831</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CHAMBER CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, December 1, 2006. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Chamber of Commerce holds its annual Christmas Tree Lighting adjacent to the Park’s Visitor Center on the first Friday evening in December to kick off the holiday season. The event includes the arrival of Santa Claus and carol singing.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SUWANNEE DULCIMER RETREAT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday & Saturday, December 1st & 2nd, 2006.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Workshops, jam session and concerts with nationally recognized dulcimer players. Mountain dulcimer Instructors for 2006 include: Jon Kay, Aubrey Atwater, Mary Z. Cox, Susan Boyer Haley, Jan Milner, Aaron O’Rourke, Doug Felt, and David Beede. Hammered Dulcimer will be taught by Linda Thomas and Ray Belanger. Bryan Bowers will teach Auto harp. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Symbol">·<FONT FACE="Courier New"> </FONT></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/%20docs/DulcimerRetreatRegistrationForm.pdf"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Download Registration Form (PDF)</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
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</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Concerts: $5.00 Workshop: $65.00<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/sebastianinlet/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">VOLCOM SEACOW SURF CONTEST</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Sebastian Inlet State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 2 & 3, 2006, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Volcom Crustaceous Tour Florida Championship.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free, normal entrance fees apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="file://www.volcom.com"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.volcom.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From Indian River County:From Interstate 95, take the Fellsmere/Sebastian exit and go east (towards Sebastian) on County Road 512. After a short distance, turn right on County Road 510. This road will intersect with U.S. Highway 1. Continue east, over the Indian River, to State Road A1A. Turn left (north) and go 7 miles on State Road A1A, you will have arrived at Sebastian Inlet.From Brevard County:From Interstate 95, take the U.S. 192 exit and go east until you reach State Road A1A in Indialantic. Turn right (south) on State Road A1A and go 18 miles to get to Sebastian Inlet.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.87429514220,-80.45566178190&ll=27.874287,-80.455627&spn=0.075265,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.87429514220,-80.45566178190&ll=27.874287,-80.455627&spn=0.075265,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">UNION HOLIDAY ENCAMPMENT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Clinch State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 2nd 9 to 5. December 3rd 9 to 12.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Jollification or soldier Christmas celebration. Union soldiers and civilians from the Civil War Era recreate life at Fort Clinch during the holidays.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance fee plus $2/person Fort Admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information call 904-277-7274.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I–95 to the Fernandina Beach/Callahan exit (Milepost Exit 373 - Old Exit 129), and stay to the right. You will then be traveling east on A1A. (This road becomes 8th Street within the town limits of Fernandina.) Stay on this road, (A1A), for 16 miles until you come to the intersection of 8th Street and Atlantic Avenue. Turn right on Atlantic Avenue and go about two miles, Fort Clinch State Park will be on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OVERNIGHT BACKPACKING TRIP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 2, 2006. Starts at 10:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The overnight trip is a moderately strenuous hike of approximately 6.5 miles over level to slightly rolling terrain</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">(not recommended for children under 10)</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. The pack in, pack out hike begins mid-morning Saturday with a 4.5-mile hike to Persimmon Point. Sunday’s return hike skirts along a two-mile section of the picturesque north rim of the prairie basin. It concludes around noon Sunday at the starting point.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST WEEKEND UNION GARRISON</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Clinch State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: See below.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Saturday December 2, 2006 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. </FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Sunday December 3, 2006 9:00 a.m. until noon. </FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance fee plus $2.00 per person Fort admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-277-7274.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I–95 to the Fernandina Beach/Callahan exit (Milepost Exit 373 - Old Exit 129), and stay to the right. You will then be traveling east on A1A. (This road becomes 8th Street within the town limits of Fernandina.) Stay on this road, (A1A), for 16 miles until you come to the intersection of 8th Street and Atlantic Avenue. Turn right on Atlantic Avenue and go about two miles, Fort Clinch State Park will be on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/dudleyfarm/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">16TH ANNUAL CANE GRINDING AND COMMUNITY GATHERING</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Dudley Farm Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 2, 2006. 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Cane grinding the way it used to be done when neighbors gathered to harvest their sugar cane, grind it at a mule-powered mill, & cook the cane syrup over a fat lighter’d fire. Craft demonstrations & sales & food are available at the Visitor Center area.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-472-1142.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Dudley Farm Historic State Park is located 4 miles east of Newberry on SR 26.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.65454368900,-82.54458561090&ll=29.654642,-82.544403&spn=0.295968,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.65454368900,-82.54458561090&ll=29.654642,-82.544403&spn=0.295968,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">STARLIGHT MOVIE CLASSICS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 3, 6 - 9:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Watch an American classic movie on the lawn of The Barnacle while feasting on your own picnic with friends and family. This bi-annual event is for Barnacle Society members only. No pets. To learn how to become a member, please call (305) 442-6866.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free to Barnacle Society members<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - BOB INGRAM & FRIENDS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 5, 6 - 9:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join us for a terrific evening concert on the lawn of The Barnacle Historic State Park. Enjoy the talent and humor of local folk musician Bob Ingram of Coconut Grove. Bring a picnic and blanket or lawn chair and watch the moonrise over Biscayne Bay. No Pets, No Alcohol.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 - 10 years and older<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/myakkariver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FRIENDS OF MYAKKA RIVER 'FULL MOON CONCERT SERIES'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Myakka River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 7th, Thursday, 2006 - Time: 7:00 pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Callie Chappell - This is the voice you always wanted to hear under a full moon on the Myakka River. Callie creates music that ranges from the depths of undiluted sensuality to playful escapism. She is a master of versatility in style, combining smoky rock, pop, blues, and folk into an overall original and irresistible sound.<BR>
No park entrance fee is charged to attend the Friends of Myakka, Full Moon Concert Series. Concert tickets are sold on day of event, ( cash only), at the Myakka River State park Ranger Station, 13208 SR 72, Sarasota, Florida. Proceeds from these concerts help support resource management and habitat restoration efforts at Myakka River State Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $6.00 per person (Friends & Members $5.00)<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at: 941-361-6511<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Myakka River State Park is located 9 miles east of I-75 in Sarasota on S.R. 72.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.23944848530,-82.31662714370&ll=27.239368,-82.316437&spn=0.302807,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.23944848530,-82.31662714370&ll=27.239368,-82.316437&spn=0.302807,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SANTA OVER THE RAINBOW</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 8th through 10th AND December 15th through 17th, 2006. 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Santa and Mrs. Clause come up the Rainbow River on their shining, decorated “sleigh” and walk up the hill to their Santa House. Live music most nights; thousands of lights all over the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortcooper/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">NIGHT OF LIGHTS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Cooper State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday & Saturday, December 8th & 9th, 2006. 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Lights, decorations and luminaries will add a holiday touch to the park. Refreshments and entertainment will be offered. Hosted by the Friends of Fort Cooper.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Admission is a non perishable food item or new toy for local charity.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-726-0315.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fort Cooper State Park is located just off US 41, on South Old Floral City Road, two miles south of Inverness.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.81645156880,-82.30382351570&ll=28.816402,-82.303905&spn=0.074601,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.81645156880,-82.30382351570&ll=28.816402,-82.303905&spn=0.074601,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ART (AND BISON) ON THE PRAIRIE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, December 8, 2006. 6:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Friends of Paynes Prairie are hosting</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">'Art on the Prairie'</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">featuring the photography of Dominick Martino inspired by Paynes Prairie. Spend an evening at the Visitor Center with candlelit trails, pick up a prints for your holiday shopping, learn more about FRIENDS, show your support for the Preserve, and enjoy the views of the stars from the observation tower. There will be a slide show and presentation on the megafauna of Paynes Prairie and a framed photo of the Prairie bison will be raffled.<BR>
Details and RSVSP at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.prairiefriends.org/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Friends of Paynes Prairie</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> FREE for Friends members. $5.00 for general public.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">READING WITH ROCKY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, Dec. 9, 2006. 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Reading with Rocky will feature a different animal each session, most of which can be seen in the wildlife park. Volunteer Barbara Cairns will tell the children stories about that month’s featured animal and will sometimes include a craft project to go with it. Rocky is the name of one of the Park’s two Whooping Cranes and is featured in a new display in the Children’s Education Center. A life-sized painting of Rocky with wings outstretched adorns one wall of the education center and the reading sessions will take place in front of the Whooping Crane display.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/suwanneeriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SEMI-ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Suwannee River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 9, 2006.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Friends of Suwannee River State Park will hold its Semi-Annual Meeting at the park. For future details, please contact Beth at WBS@SURFBEST.NET<BR>
Interested in becoming a volunteer? Please visit our</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/volunteers/default.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Volunteer Information Page</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> N/A.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> See email address above.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suwannee River State Park is located 13 miles west of Live Oak, off U.S. 90.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37881104870,-83.16578537440&ll=30.378799,-83.165817&spn=0.293815,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.37881104870,-83.16578537440&ll=30.378799,-83.165817&spn=0.293815,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CONFEDERATE GARRISONS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Clinch State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: See below.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Saturday December 9, 2006 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. </FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Sunday December 10, 2006 9:00 a.m. until noon. </FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park entrance fee plus $2.00 per person Fort admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 904-277-7274.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take I–95 to the Fernandina Beach/Callahan exit (Milepost Exit 373 - Old Exit 129), and stay to the right. You will then be traveling east on A1A. (This road becomes 8th Street within the town limits of Fernandina.) Stay on this road, (A1A), for 16 miles until you come to the intersection of 8th Street and Atlantic Avenue. Turn right on Atlantic Avenue and go about two miles, Fort Clinch State Park will be on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.66931091730,-81.43448177430&ll=30.669367,-81.434441&spn=0.073235,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TOMOKA REMEMBERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Tomoka State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 9, 2006, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living history programs, life and times, story telling, demonstrations of pioneer arts and skills. Discover a different piece of the past. Show themes are subject to change. Please contact the park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per car<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tomoka State Park is located three miles north of Ormond Beach on North Beach Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 9th, 2006. 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Celebrate the holiday with an evening concert bonfire and festive lighting of the park as part of White Springs’ Annual Christmas Parade. Lights are on display Friday and Saturday evenings until 8 p.m. through December 23rd.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Donations of canned goods or toys are accepted and distributed to charity.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WILDLIFE WALK (DEPENDING ON WATER LEVELS)</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 9, 2006. Starts at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join a Paynes Prairie Ranger for a walk on the wild side. This adventure onto the prairie basin on an earthen dike trail demonstrates why the Preserve is recognized as a National Natural Landmark. See the wetland and Alachua Sink in action, plus observe alligators, 271 species of birds, and dazzling displays of flowers in bloom. The three-mile walk leads to an elevated observation deck. This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">25 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/crystalriverpreserve/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SUNDAY IN THE PARK</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Crystal River Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, Dec. 10, 2006. 5:15 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> A leisurely stroll will guide visitors around the ADA accessible 1/3 of a mile boardwalk at the park's Churchhouse Hammock Trail. The walk will include some historical components as well as information about the habitat and any wildlife viewed. This area of the park is some of the last remaining natural areas found on Kings Bay.<BR>
Please note - the river cannot be viewed from this trail.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For additional information, call 352-563-0450.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Visitor Center</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: is located at 3266 North Sailboat Ave. Take U.S. Hwy 19 3/4 mile north of the Crystal River Mall. Turn left onto State Park Drive at the Days Inn. Follow State Park Drive until it dead ends at the Crystal River.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Eco-Walk</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: 5990 North Tallahassee Road. Take U.S. Hwy 19 north to just before Seven Rivers Hospital. Turn left onto Curtis Tool Road. The intersection of Curtis Tool and Tallahassee Road is the Eco-walk trail head.<BR>
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</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Churchhouse Hammock</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">: across from the Crystal River Mall.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.02891245160,+-82.69828602230&ll=29.028856,-82.698212&spn=0.074448,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.02891245160,+-82.69828602230&ll=29.028856,-82.698212&spn=0.074448,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ONLY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday and Saturday, December 15th and 16th, 2006. 5:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Celebrate the holidays with an evening stroll though the park. Enjoy the thousands and thousands of brightly colored lights that transform Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park into a magical wonderland.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Donations of canned goods or toys are accepted and distributed to charity.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/wakullasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HOLIDAY CRUISE AND DINNER</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 16 @ 5 pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take an evening out for a cruise on the Wakulla River followed by dinner in the historic lodge and an old-fashioned sing-a-long in the lobby by the Christmas tree.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $28.00 per person -- Reservations Required<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)224-5950<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Traveling East on I-10 to new Exit 196 (old Exit 28). Take SR-263 (Capitol Circle) South 12 miles. Turn right (South) onto US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance. From West I-10 use new Exit 203(old Exit 30). Take SR-61 (Thomasville Rd) South. Continue on SR-61 thru Tallahassee for 10 miles. Take US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) South for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 16, 2006. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal! This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PRAIRIE RIM RAMBLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 16, 2006. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Follow in the footsteps of noted naturalist and artist William Bartram on this guided hike of the north rim of Paynes Prairie. The heavily shaded trail rambles around an array of fragile sinkholes with interesting plant diversity. Along the way enjoy wildlife viewing, bird & butterfly watching, sweeping views of the freshwater marsh, and learning about Paynes Prairie’s history –</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">the prairie has been a center for human activity for over 12,000 years!</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Moderate 3.5 mile hike; takes approximately 3 hours.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/capeflorida/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WINTERFEST BOAT PARADE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 16, 6:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Inspired by a forty-three-year tradition, approximately fifty boats will sail out of the Key Biscayne Yacht Club decked out in Holiday Lights, and sail around Biscayne Bay, making several passes through No- Name Harbor. Food, beverages, and music will be available at the Boaters Grill. There will be a Toy Drive for children in need, so please bring unwrapped gifts. For more information, call the Key Biscayne Yacht Club at (305) 361-8229.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free park entry beginning at 6:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Key Biscayne Yacht Club, (305) 361-8229<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is located on Key Biscayne. From Miami, take I-95 to the Rickenbacker Causeway, all the way to the end.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.68225438280,+-80.15761501150&ll=25.682375,-80.157623&spn=0.153465,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.68225438280,+-80.15761501150&ll=25.682375,-80.157623&spn=0.153465,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/gainesville-hawthorne/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, December 16, 2006. 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Approximately 3 hours.<BR>
Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal!</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suggested donation of $2.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail State Park starts on S.E. 15th Street and extends to Hawthorne near U.S. 301. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Boulware Springs trailhead from Gainesville, intersection of University Avenue and Main Street: Travel east on University Avenue and take the right fork onto SR 20. Almost immediately, go south onto SE 15th Street. Travel until you find Boulware Springs City Park on the right. If the road makes a 90 degree left turn, you've passed the park and need to turn around. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Hawthorne trailhead from Hawthorne: Follow the signs posted on US 301 or CR 2082.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 20th through 24. 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The community is invited to come out and enjoy the park decked out for the holidays with thousands of twinkling lights and Christmas decorations during this multi-evening event. A variety of entertainments will be scheduled and refreshments will be available.<BR>
Suggested donations: $2.00 for adults. $1.00 for children ages 6 through 12 years. Free admission for children ages 5 and under.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Sponsored by the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> See suggested donations above.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ONLY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday and Saturday, December 22nd and 23rd, 2006. 5:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Celebrate the holidays with an evening stroll though the park. Enjoy the thousands and thousands of brightly colored lights that transform Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park into a magical wonderland.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Donations of canned goods or toys are accepted and distributed to charity.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ONLY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday and Saturday, December 22nd & 23rd, 2006. 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Santa Claus has gone back to the North Pole but the thousands and thousands of brightly colored lights still make a magical wonderland of the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ONLY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Tuesday & Wednesday, December 26th & 27th, 2006. 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Santa Claus has gone back to the North Pole but the thousands and thousands of brightly colored lights still make a magical wonderland of the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OLD TIME DANCE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 30, 6 - 10:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Kick up your heels with Mudhole Control playing traditional American music while Rae Newoman calls the dance steps. Dance instruction for these traditional American folk dances is included. Dances such as circles, squares, contras and waltzes were all the rage in the 1800s, so come on out and dance like it's 1891!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $8.00 - 10 years and older<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/dadebattlefield/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">26TH ANNUAL DADE REENACTMENT WEEKEND</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Dade Battlefield Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 30 & 31, 2006 - 9 am to 4 pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Step back in time with the staff and volunteers of Dade Battlefield, during a weekend of activities and events for all of the family to enjoy. Take a stroll down the Old Fort King Road, visit Soldier’s in their camp, view Native American crafts in the Seminole camp, walk through the Sutler’s Row, watch demonstrations of skills such as blacksmithing, or kick back and enjoy the period music that fills the air. The highlight of the weekend is the battle reenactment which takes place at 2 PM each day.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Please call the park office at (352) 793-4781<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Dade Battlefield Historic State Park is located off I-75 and S.R. 48, west of Highway 301.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.65373633390,-82.12516274970&ll=28.653688,-82.125206&spn=0.074717,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.65373633390,-82.12516274970&ll=28.653688,-82.125206&spn=0.074717,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PEACE AT LAST</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, December 31st, 2006. 1:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Celebrate the New Year with a peaceful gathering among friends for a carillon concert and poetry readings on the banks of the Suwannee River.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/wakullasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">NEW YEAR'S EVE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: December 31</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Plans not finalized. Call (850) 224-5950 for details, prices & reservations.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850)224-5950<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Traveling East on I-10 to new Exit 196 (old Exit 28). Take SR-263 (Capitol Circle) South 12 miles. Turn right (South) onto US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance. From West I-10 use new Exit 203(old Exit 30). Take SR-61 (Thomasville Rd) South. Continue on SR-61 thru Tallahassee for 10 miles. Take US-319/SR-61 (Crawfordville Hwy) South for 2 miles. Bear left onto SR-61(Wakulla Springs Rd) for 6 miles. Turn left onto SR-267 at flashing stop light. Turn Right into Park entrance.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.23971984560,-84.31051772830&ll=30.240086,-84.310455&spn=0.588461,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - DEBLOIS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: January 3, 6 - 9:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join us for a fantastic evening concert on the lawn of The Barnacle Historic State Park. Deblois will perform 'acoustic blues tinted folk with sultry honey vocals' under the moonlit skies of Miami. Bring a picnic, bring your friends and enjoy. No Pets. No Alcohol.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5 .00 - 10 years and older<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/sebastianinlet/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SEBASTIAN INLET PRO SURF CONTEST</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Sebastian Inlet State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: January 5 to January 11, 2007 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Top world class professional surfers complete for $95,000.00 in prize money. This is a 4-star event on the World Qualifying Series. Contest dates and time vary according to surf conditions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free, normal entrance fees apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="file://www.sebastianinletpro.com"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.sebastianinletpro.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From Indian River County:From Interstate 95, take the Fellsmere/Sebastian exit and go east (towards Sebastian) on County Road 512. After a short distance, turn right on County Road 510. This road will intersect with U.S. Highway 1. Continue east, over the Indian River, to State Road A1A. Turn left (north) and go 7 miles on State Road A1A, you will have arrived at Sebastian Inlet.From Brevard County:From Interstate 95, take the U.S. 192 exit and go east until you reach State Road A1A in Indialantic. Turn right (south) on State Road A1A and go 18 miles to get to Sebastian Inlet.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.87429514220,-80.45566178190&ll=27.874287,-80.455627&spn=0.075265,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.87429514220,-80.45566178190&ll=27.874287,-80.455627&spn=0.075265,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OVERNIGHT BACKPACKING TRIP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 6, 2007. Starts at 10:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The overnight trip is a moderately strenuous hike of approximately 6.5 miles over level to slightly rolling terrain</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">(not recommended for children under 10)</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. The pack in, pack out hike begins mid-morning Saturday with a 4.5-mile hike to Persimmon Point. Sunday’s return hike skirts along a two-mile section of the picturesque north rim of the prairie basin. It concludes around noon Sunday at the starting point.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 6, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oscarscherer/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY KICKOFF EVENT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Oscar Scherer State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Jan. 13th - 8am</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Hike Oscar Scherer State Park in a Day<BR>
Sponsored by the Friends of Osacar Scherer Park, Inc.<BR>
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Please check back for more information on this event.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the Park at: 941-483-5956<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Oscar Scherer State Park is located on U.S.41, six miles south of Sarasota. Heading south on I-75 take exit 200. Heading north on I-75 take exit 195.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WILDLIFE WALK (DEPENDING ON WATER LEVELS)</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 13, 2007. Starts at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join a Paynes Prairie Ranger for a walk on the wild side. This adventure onto the prairie basin on an earthen dike trail demonstrates why the Preserve is recognized as a National Natural Landmark. See the wetland and Alachua Sink in action, plus observe alligators, 271 species of birds, and dazzling displays of flowers in bloom. The three-mile walk leads to an elevated observation deck. This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">25 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TOMOKA REMEMBERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Tomoka State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: January 13, 2007, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living history programs, life and times, story telling, demonstrations of pioneer arts and skills. Discover a different piece of the past. Show themes are subject to change. Please contact the park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per car<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tomoka State Park is located three miles north of Ormond Beach on North Beach Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/gainesville-hawthorne/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 13, 2007. 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Approximately 3 hours.<BR>
Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal!</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suggested donation of $2.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail State Park starts on S.E. 15th Street and extends to Hawthorne near U.S. 301. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Boulware Springs trailhead from Gainesville, intersection of University Avenue and Main Street: Travel east on University Avenue and take the right fork onto SR 20. Almost immediately, go south onto SE 15th Street. Travel until you find Boulware Springs City Park on the right. If the road makes a 90 degree left turn, you've passed the park and need to turn around. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Hawthorne trailhead from Hawthorne: Follow the signs posted on US 301 or CR 2082.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 13, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal! This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">READING WITH ROCKY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007. 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Reading with Rocky will feature a different animal each session, most of which can be seen in the wildlife park. Volunteer Barbara Cairns will tell the children stories about that month’s featured animal and will sometimes include a craft project to go with it. Rocky is the name of one of the Park’s two Whooping Cranes and is featured in a new display in the Children’s Education Center. A life-sized painting of Rocky with wings outstretched adorns one wall of the education center and the reading sessions will take place in front of the Whooping Crane display.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">STEPHEN FOSTER DAY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, January 14th, 2007. 2:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> An afternoon musical program and carillon recital in honor of National Stephen Foster Day and the legendary American composer who wrote Florida’s state song, “Old Folks at Home.”<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PRAIRIE RIM RAMBLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 20, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Follow in the footsteps of noted naturalist and artist William Bartram on this guided hike of the north rim of Paynes Prairie. The heavily shaded trail rambles around an array of fragile sinkholes with interesting plant diversity. Along the way enjoy wildlife viewing, bird & butterfly watching, sweeping views of the freshwater marsh, and learning about Paynes Prairie’s history –</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">the prairie has been a center for human activity for over 12,000 years!</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Moderate 3.5 mile hike; takes approximately 3 hours.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/delnor-wiggins/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">'FLORIDA’S WILDLIFE & WILDLANDS ART SHOW'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 20th, 2007 10 AM to 3 PM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Supporters of Del-Nor Wiggins Park, Inc. is having their 9th annual 'Wildlife & Wildlands Art Show'. Artists will be displaying oil paintings, watercolors, photographs and pen and ink drawings. All artwork depicts the beauty of the natural and cultural resources of Florida.<BR>
The 9th annual art show will be held in picnic area # 3. The event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The park is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year. The park is located just north of Naples on the Gulf of Mexico. Take I-75 to exit 111, go west 5 miles to the park entrance. Should you need assistance to enable your participation, please contact the park office at (239) 597-6196.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park admission fees for one vehicle with up to 8 people-$5, driver in a vehicle - $3, all walkers and bicyclers - $1 and it is free for those under 6 years of age.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at (239) 597-6196.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park is located six miles west of Exit exit 111, old 17, on I-75.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.27260465590,+-81.82709207480&ll=26.272637,-81.82703&spn=0.076348,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.27260465590,+-81.82709207480&ll=26.272637,-81.82703&spn=0.076348,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/alafiariver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">2007 CARRIAGE MOBSTACLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Alafia River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday – January 21, 2007 - Registration at 8:30</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This horse and carriage event consists of man made and natural obstacles, testing your ability to correctly navigate a mapped course while communicating with your animal. Participants must supply their own horse and current negative coggins.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Park admission fees apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at (813) 672-5320<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From the South - Take I-75 North to exit #240. At exit #240, turn Right (East) onto SR 674. Keep straight on SR 674 for approximately 15 miles. Turn Left (North) at flashing light, onto CR 39 for approximately 5 miles. The main park entrance is on the Right side. >From the North - Take I-75 South to exit #246. At exit #246, turn Right (East) onto Big Bend Road. Keep straight on Big Bend Road for approximately 1 mile. Turn Right (South) onto U.S. 301. Keep straight on U.S. 301 for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn Left (East) onto CR 672. Follow CR 672 for approximately 12 miles. Turn Left (North) onto CR 39. Keep straight on CR 39 for approximately 1.5 miles. The main park entrance in on the Right side. From the East - Take I-4 West to exit #22. Turn Left onto Park Road. Follow Park Road for approximately 2.5 miles. Bear right onto 39B. Turn Left onto SR 39 (James Redman Parkway). Continue on SR/CR 39 for approximately 15.2 miles. The main park entrance will be on the Left side.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.78011510970,-82.14473624890&ll=27.779557,-82.144775&spn=0.602646,1.373291</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">LU, THE HIPPO'S BIRTHDAY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, January 26th, 2007. 9:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Lu, will be celebrating his 47th birthday in 2007, is presented with a party each year on a date near his birthday of January 26th. Park Rangers present the hippo with a special birthday cake while visitors, staff and local school children sing “Happy Birthday” to this popular park resident. School children enjoy cupcakes and lemonade.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">(First, second and third graders from Homosassa Elementary are admitted FREE to hippo’s birthday party.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oscarscherer/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">NATIVE AMERICAN POW WOW</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Oscar Scherer State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: January 26 - 28, 10am-6pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Sponsored by the Mystic Eagle Cultural Assoc.<BR>
Please check back for more event information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at: 941-483-5956<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Oscar Scherer State Park is located on U.S.41, six miles south of Sarasota. Heading south on I-75 take exit 200. Heading north on I-75 take exit 195.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CRAFT RENDEZVOUS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 27, 2007. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Visit with Florida’s artists as they spend the day demonstrating their skills at handcrafts and studio arts. Blacksmithing, pottery, stained glass, basket making, weaving and painting will be among the creative arts showcased. Call 386-397-1920 or visit online at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.stephenfostercso.org/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Citizen Support Organization</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> .<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, January 27th, 2007. 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Meet at 7:45 a.m.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. This leisurely-paced walk is on an accessible paved trail winding through a hydric hammock along Pepper Creek. Please call the park office if you have questions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ELDERHOSTEL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday through Friday, January 28th through February 2, 2007.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Explore North Florida’s natural beauty and local culture along the Suwannee River in our learning programs for adults age 55 and older. Leisure, active or service programs are available. Learn more about the life and music of Stephen Foster. Enjoy church suppers, local musicians and craftsmen, or canoe and hike along the Suwannee.<BR>
Register online at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.elderhostel.org%20"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Registration fees apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/myakkariver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FRIENDS OF MYAKKA RIVER 'FULL MOON CONCERT SERIES'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Myakka River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: February 1st, Thursday, 2007 - Time: 7:00 pm</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Kraig Kenning - Kenning comes armed with his dobro and some very potent Blues and Roots Rock lyrics that he has honed on the back roads and back streets of America. Experience music on a different level with national slide guitar champion, Kraig Kenning.<BR>
No park entrance fee is charged to attend the Friends of Myakka, Full Moon Concert Series. Concert tickets are sold on day of event, ( cash only), at the Myakka River State park Ranger Station, 13208 SR 72, Sarasota, Florida. Proceeds from these concerts help support resource management and habitat restoration efforts at Myakka River State Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tickets: $8.00 per person (Friends Members, $6.00)<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at: 941-361-6511<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Myakka River State Park is located 9 miles east of I-75 in Sarasota on S.R. 72.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.23944848530,-82.31662714370&ll=27.239368,-82.316437&spn=0.302807,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.23944848530,-82.31662714370&ll=27.239368,-82.316437&spn=0.302807,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/dudleyfarm/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">6TH ANNUAL DUDLEY FARM PLOW DAYS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Dudley Farm Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday and Saturday, February 2nd and 3rd, 2007. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> On Friday, February 2, plowmen will demonstrate old-fashioned horse & mule plowing to school children.<BR>
This is living history farming to prepare the Dudley crop fields for spring planting & showcases Florida agricultural practices prior to mechanization.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission of $4/vehicle (up to 8 people).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-472-1142.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Dudley Farm Historic State Park is located 4 miles east of Newberry on SR 26.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.65454368900,-82.54458561090&ll=29.654642,-82.544403&spn=0.295968,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.65454368900,-82.54458561090&ll=29.654642,-82.544403&spn=0.295968,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT - ELAINE SILVER</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: February 2, 6 - 9:00 PM<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This installment of the popular after-hours series features Elaine Silver performing new age folk music under the moonlit skies of south Florida. Elaine Silver has a voice you'll never forget. It has been described as stunningly clear and fine, magnificent, rich and supple. Bring a blanket, bring a picnic, bring your friends. No pets. Alcohol is prohibited at this event.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 - 10 years and older<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, February 3rd, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OVERNIGHT BACKPACKING TRIP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, February 3, 2007. Starts at 10:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The overnight trip is a moderately strenuous hike of approximately 6.5 miles over level to slightly rolling terrain</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">(not recommended for children under 10)</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. The pack in, pack out hike begins mid-morning Saturday with a 4.5-mile hike to Persimmon Point. Sunday’s return hike skirts along a two-mile section of the picturesque north rim of the prairie basin. It concludes around noon Sunday at the starting point.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oscarscherer/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SCRUB JAY 5 K RACE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Oscar Scherer State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: February 10th - 8:00 AM start.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Sponsored by the Friends of Oscar Scherer Park, Inc. Please check back for more event information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at 941-483-5956.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Oscar Scherer State Park is located on U.S.41, six miles south of Sarasota. Heading south on I-75 take exit 200. Heading north on I-75 take exit 195.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">READING WITH ROCKY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, Feb. 10, 2007. 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Reading with Rocky will feature a different animal each session, most of which can be seen in the wildlife park. Volunteer Barbara Cairns will tell the children stories about that month’s featured animal and will sometimes include a craft project to go with it. Rocky is the name of one of the Park’s two Whooping Cranes and is featured in a new display in the Children’s Education Center. A life-sized painting of Rocky with wings outstretched adorns one wall of the education center and the reading sessions will take place in front of the Whooping Crane display.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WILDLIFE WALK (DEPENDING ON WATER LEVELS)</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, February 10, 2007. Starts at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join a Paynes Prairie Ranger for a walk on the wild side. This adventure onto the prairie basin on an earthen dike trail demonstrates why the Preserve is recognized as a National Natural Landmark. See the wetland and Alachua Sink in action, plus observe alligators, 271 species of birds, and dazzling displays of flowers in bloom. The three-mile walk leads to an elevated observation deck. This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">25 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">STAFF ART AND CRAFT SHOW AND SALE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday and Sunday, February 10th & 11th, 2007. Saturday 9 to 4. Sunday 9 to 3.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Annual exhibit and sale of arts and crafts by park staff (including volunteers) in the Florida Room at the Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park’s Visitor Center.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event if FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TOMOKA REMEMBERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Tomoka State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: February 10, 2007, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living history programs, life and times, story telling, demonstrations of pioneer arts and skills. Discover a different piece of the past. Show themes are subject to change. Please contact the park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per car<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tomoka State Park is located three miles north of Ormond Beach on North Beach Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CELEBRATE THE FORT FOSTER RENDEZVOUS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Foster State Historic Site</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Thursday, February 15th, – Sunday, February 18th, 2007 10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Hillsborough River State Park will present its Annual Rendezvous at the Fort Foster State Historic Site.<BR>
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This event is a living history reenactment featuring military, Seminole, and civilian reenactors, sutlers, traders, and craft demonstrations. On Thursday and Friday admission is 'Free' for home school students and for classes of students from area schools (Teachers/Chaperones are Free). Registration forms are available at the park. The public is also welcome on the 15th and 16th, but no battles will be fought on these days. On Saturday and Sunday there will be skirmishes, as the reenactor Seminoles try to burn the bridge and the reenactor soldiers defend it. Refreshments will be available for visitors' enjoyment. The Fort Foster State Historic Site is located adjacent to Hillsborough River State Park on U.S. 301 North, 9 miles north of Fowler Avenue and 6 miles south of Zephyrhills.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Please check back for event fee information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at (813) 987-6771.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> All Visitors to Fort Foster must enter through Hillsborough River State Park first. Hillsborough River State Park is located 9 miles north of Tampa and 6 miles south of Zephyrhills on US Highway 301. From I-75, South bound from Ocala take the SR 54. Exit #279 east to Hwy 301, travel South for 6 miles, and the park will be on your right-hand side. From I-75, North bound from Tampa take the Fowler Ave. Exit #265 east to Hwy 301, travel North for 9 miles, and the park will be on your left-hand side. From I-4, West bound take Exit 10 go north on C.R. 579 to US 301, follow the signs and go North 7 miles the park will be on your left-hand side. From I-4, East bound take Exit 7 (be careful of the merges) and go North on US 301 for 14 miles, the park will be on your left-hand side.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/hillsboroughriver/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CELEBRATE THE FORT FOSTER RENDEZVOUS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Hillsborough River State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Thursday, February 15th, – Sunday, February 18th, 2007 10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Hillsborough River State Park will present its Annual Rendezvous at the Fort Foster State Historic Site.<BR>
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This event is a living history reenactment featuring military, Seminole, and civilian reenactors, sutlers, traders, and craft demonstrations. On Thursday and Friday admission is 'Free' for home school students and for classes of students from area schools (Teachers/Chaperones are Free). Registration forms are available at the park. The public is also welcome on the 15th and 16th, but no battles will be fought on these days. On Saturday and Sunday there will be skirmishes, as the reenactor Seminoles try to burn the bridge and the reenactor soldiers defend it. Refreshments will be available for visitors' enjoyment. The Fort Foster State Historic Site is located adjacent to Hillsborough River State Park on U.S. 301 North, 9 miles north of Fowler Avenue and 6 miles south of Zephyrhills.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Please check back for event fee information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at (813) 987-6771.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Hillsborough River State Park is located 9 miles north of Tampa and 6 miles south of Zephyrhills on US Highway 301. From I-75, Southbound from Ocala take the SR 54. Exit #279 east to Hwy 301, travel South for 6 miles, and the park will be on your right-hand side. From I-75, Northbound from Tampa take the Fowler Ave. Exit #265 east to Hwy 301, travel North for 9 miles, and the park will be on your left-hand side. From I-4, West bound take Exit 10 go north on CR 579 to US 301, follow the signs and go North 7 miles the park will be on your left-hand side. From I-4, East bound take Exit 7 (be careful of the merges) and go North on US 301 for 14 miles, the park will be on your left-hand side.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.14476723150,-82.22474079240&ll=28.14466,-82.22477&spn=0.150153,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.14476723150,-82.22474079240&ll=28.14466,-82.22477&spn=0.150153,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PRAIRIE RIM RAMBLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, February 17, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Follow in the footsteps of noted naturalist and artist William Bartram on this guided hike of the north rim of Paynes Prairie. The heavily shaded trail rambles around an array of fragile sinkholes with interesting plant diversity. Along the way enjoy wildlife viewing, bird & butterfly watching, sweeping views of the freshwater marsh, and learning about Paynes Prairie’s history –</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">the prairie has been a center for human activity for over 12,000 years!</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Moderate 3.5 mile hike; takes approximately 3 hours.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/gainesville-hawthorne/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, February 17, 2007. 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Approximately 3 hours.<BR>
Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal!</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suggested donation of $2.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail State Park starts on S.E. 15th Street and extends to Hawthorne near U.S. 301. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Boulware Springs trailhead from Gainesville, intersection of University Avenue and Main Street: Travel east on University Avenue and take the right fork onto SR 20. Almost immediately, go south onto SE 15th Street. Travel until you find Boulware Springs City Park on the right. If the road makes a 90 degree left turn, you've passed the park and need to turn around. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Hawthorne trailhead from Hawthorne: Follow the signs posted on US 301 or CR 2082.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, February, 17, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal! This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">12TH ANNUAL WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY REGATTA</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">The Barnacle Historic State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: February 24, 12 Noon<BR>
</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This revival of Commodore Ralph Munroe's original Washington's Birthday Regatta, takes place on beautiful Biscayne Bay just off shore of The Barnacle. Open to traditional style shoal-draft sailboats (fiberglass boats permitted). The race is followed by an after-hours awards ceremony at the park. Contact the park for registration information. No pets.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10/boat entry fee for participants. Park entry fee for observers.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 442-6866<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The Barnacle is located in Coconut Grove (Miami) at 3485 Main Highway.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=25.72630279610,-80.24408531770&ll=25.726303,-80.244141&spn=0.076704,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CRACKER WEEKEND & NATIVE PLANT SALE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 24th & 25th, 2007. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This is an opportunity to learn how the settlers of that time lived, performed their daily chores and enjoyed themselves. Corn grinding, soap making, basket-weaving are just some of the demonstrations. A cracker cow camp and a homestead will be set up and the star of the show, the cowpony will perform. Country music will be provided by</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Shade Pickers</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">,</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Front Porch</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> and Florida Park Service’s own</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Bill Robeson</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> throughout the two days.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MONTHLY WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, February 24th, 2007. 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Meet at 7:45 a.m.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. This leisurely-paced walk is on an accessible paved trail winding through a hydric hammock along Pepper Creek. Please call the park office if you have questions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ELDERHOSTEL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday through Friday, February 25 through March 2, 2007.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Explore North Florida’s natural beauty and local culture along the Suwannee River in our learning programs for adults age 55 and older. Leisure, active or service programs are available. Learn more about the life and music of Stephen Foster. Enjoy church suppers, local musicians and craftsmen, or canoe and hike along the Suwannee.<BR>
Register online at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.elderhostel.org/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Elderhostel - Adventures in Lifelong Learning</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Registration fees apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">GARDENING DAY & NATIVE PLANT SALE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Monday, February 26th, 2007. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> A day of lectures and demonstrations featuring Florida-friendly landscaping techniques and drought tolerant plants. Great for the pocket book AND the environment!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">OVERNIGHT BACKPACKING TRIP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 3, 2007. Starts at 10:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The overnight trip is a moderately strenuous hike of approximately 6.5 miles over level to slightly rolling terrain</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">(not recommended for children under 10)</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">. The pack in, pack out hike begins mid-morning Saturday with a 4.5-mile hike to Persimmon Point. Sunday’s return hike skirts along a two-mile section of the picturesque north rim of the prairie basin. It concludes around noon Sunday at the starting point.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">HOMOSASSA HERITAGE DAY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 3rd, 2007. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Exhibits and programs in the Florida Room at the Visitor Center on the history of the park and the Homosassa area. Former employees, their families and anyone interested in the heritage of the park and this area are invited to attend. Historical photos will be on display and throughout the wildlife park. Former employees may register as Homosassa Heritage Keepers and will receive a pass for free park admission on this date.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Film showings and Florida Room activities are FREE. Regular admission applies for entrance into Wildlife Park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628--5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 3rd, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ART IN THE PARK</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday & Sunday, March 3rd & 4th, 2007. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Local artist display and sell their artwork, demonstrations of technique.<BR>
(Rain dates: March 10 & 11.)<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TOMOKA REMEMBERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Tomoka State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: March 10, 2007, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living history programs, life and times, story telling, demonstrations of pioneer arts and skills. Discover a different piece of the past. Show themes are subject to change. Please contact the park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per car<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tomoka State Park is located three miles north of Ormond Beach on North Beach Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">READING WITH ROCKY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 10, 2007. 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Reading with Rocky will feature a different animal each session, most of which can be seen in the wildlife park. Volunteer Barbara Cairns will tell the children stories about that month’s featured animal and will sometimes include a craft project to go with it. Rocky is the name of one of the Park’s two Whooping Cranes and is featured in a new display in the Children’s Education Center. A life-sized painting of Rocky with wings outstretched adorns one wall of the education center and the reading sessions will take place in front of the Whooping Crane display.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WILDLIFE WALK (DEPENDING ON WATER LEVELS)</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 10, 2007. Starts at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join a Paynes Prairie Ranger for a walk on the wild side. This adventure onto the prairie basin on an earthen dike trail demonstrates why the Preserve is recognized as a National Natural Landmark. See the wetland and Alachua Sink in action, plus observe alligators, 271 species of birds, and dazzling displays of flowers in bloom. The three-mile walk leads to an elevated observation deck. This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">25 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ELDERHOSTEL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday through Friday, March 11 through March 16, 2007.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Explore North Florida’s natural beauty and local culture along the Suwannee River in our learning programs for adults age 55 and older. Leisure, active or service programs are available. Learn more about the life and music of Stephen Foster. Enjoy church suppers, local musicians and craftsmen, or canoe and hike along the Suwannee.<BR>
Register online at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.elderhostel.org/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Elderhostel - Adventures in Lifelong Learning</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Registration fees apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PRAIRIE RIM RAMBLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 17, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Follow in the footsteps of noted naturalist and artist William Bartram on this guided hike of the north rim of Paynes Prairie. The heavily shaded trail rambles around an array of fragile sinkholes with interesting plant diversity. Along the way enjoy wildlife viewing, bird & butterfly watching, sweeping views of the freshwater marsh, and learning about Paynes Prairie’s history –</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">the prairie has been a center for human activity for over 12,000 years!</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Moderate 3.5 mile hike; takes approximately 3 hours.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WILD AZALEA FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 17, 2007. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">This event will take place at the State of Florida’s Nature & Heritage Tourism Center in White Springs.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join the Town of White Springs and the State of Florida’s Nature & Heritage Center as they celebrate the spring bloom of wild azaleas along the Suwannee River. The festival features musical performances, arts and crafts, trail hikes and other outdoor recreational opportunities. Native plants, including wild azaleas will also be for sale. Visitors will be able to take a free ride on a horse-drawn wagon. The event is sponsored by the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Nature & Heritage Tourism Center</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> and the</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">White Springs Special Events Committee</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortcooper/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FORT COOPER DAYS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fort Cooper State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday & Sunday, March 17th & 18th, 2007. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Re-live Second Seminole War activities that took place on this site. Battle reenactments at 11am and 2pm. Also features living history demonstrations, sutlers, period art and craft vendors, entertainment, food and refreshments. Hosted by the Friends of Fort Cooper.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fees: $ 5.00 per adult, Children 6 to 17 years of age $ 1.00. Children under 6 – free.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-726-0315.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fort Cooper State Park is located just off US 41, on South Old Floral City Road, two miles south of Inverness.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.81645156880,-82.30382351570&ll=28.816402,-82.303905&spn=0.074601,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.81645156880,-82.30382351570&ll=28.816402,-82.303905&spn=0.074601,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 17, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal! This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/gainesville-hawthorne/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 17, 2007. 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Approximately 3 hours.<BR>
Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal!</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suggested donation of $2.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail State Park starts on S.E. 15th Street and extends to Hawthorne near U.S. 301. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Boulware Springs trailhead from Gainesville, intersection of University Avenue and Main Street: Travel east on University Avenue and take the right fork onto SR 20. Almost immediately, go south onto SE 15th Street. Travel until you find Boulware Springs City Park on the right. If the road makes a 90 degree left turn, you've passed the park and need to turn around. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Hawthorne trailhead from Hawthorne: Follow the signs posted on US 301 or CR 2082.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ELDERHOSTEL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday through Friday, March 18 through March 23, 2007.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Explore North Florida’s natural beauty and local culture along the Suwannee River in our learning programs for adults age 55 and older. Leisure, active or service programs are available. Learn more about the life and music of Stephen Foster. Enjoy church suppers, local musicians and craftsmen, or canoe and hike along the Suwannee.<BR>
Register online at</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.elderhostel.org/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Elderhostel - Adventures in Lifelong Learning</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Registration fees apply.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, March 24th, 2007. 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Meet at 7:45 a.m.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. This leisurely-paced walk is on an accessible paved trail winding through a hydric hammock along Pepper Creek. Please call the park office if you have questions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/fallingwaters/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">THIRD ANNUAL LEGENDS AND LORE EVENT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Falling Waters State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friiday & Saturday, March 30-31, 2007, 9-3 daily</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Sponsored by the park’s CSO, Friends of Falling Waters, Inc., this event will include historic crafters and demonstrators, entertaining you with their various skills including: candle making, blacksmithing, meal grinding, moonshine distilling, cast iron cooking, wood working, turpentining, Indian artifacts, and more. Food concessions will be available both days. Visit friendsoffallingwaters.com for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free with park entrance<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (850) 638-6130<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Falling Waters State Park is located 3 miles south of Chipley off State Road 77, turn left on State Park Road and follow it to the park_s entrance. From I_10, take Chipley Exit south on State Road 77 and follow signs to the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.73134641630,-85.52897193420&ll=30.731212,-85.528908&spn=0.146375,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.73134641630,-85.52897193420&ll=30.731212,-85.528908&spn=0.146375,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">ANTIQUE TRACTOR & ENGINE SHOW</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday and Saturday, April 6 and 7, 2007. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Farm machinery representing 200 years of American history. Vintage farm equipment, tractor pulls and races for adults. Children’s games and races. Demonstrations of wheat threshing and shingle milling. Food concessions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/forestcapital/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">5TH FLORIDA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Forest Capital Museum State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: April 6th and 7th, 2007.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Enjoy music, food, crafts and festivities. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. No pets. For more information about this event, contact the Perry-Taylor County Chamber of Commerce at 850-584-5366.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $10.00 for a weekend pass. Tickets will be available at the gate or in advance through the Taylor County Chamber Of Commerce.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 850-584-5366.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> 1 mile south of Perry on US 19 - South Alternate 27.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.08013654100,+-83.56619283630&ll=30.080384,-83.566132&spn=0.294708,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.08013654100,+-83.56619283630&ll=30.080384,-83.566132&spn=0.294708,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oscarscherer/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">KIDS FISHING DERBY & 'FISHING HAS NO BOUNDARIES'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Oscar Scherer State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: April 7th - 8:00 AM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Sponsored by the Venice Kiwanis in conjunction with the Friends of Osacar Scherer Park, Inc.<BR>
We have combined these two events for one great day of Fishing and Friendship. Please check back for more event information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at: 941-483-5956<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Oscar Scherer State Park is located on U.S.41, six miles south of Sarasota. Heading south on I-75 take exit 200. Heading north on I-75 take exit 195.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 7th, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">EASTER EGG HUNT</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 7th, 2007. 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Donation of $5.00 for children includes admission to park; adults receive a 33% discount on park admission) The Friends will be holding an Easter Egg Hunt for area children. Activities include an Easter Egg hunt for plastic Easter Eggs, which can then be redeemed for goodies, trinkets and savings bonds. Parents can have their children’s photos taken with the Easter Bunny (costumed character).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 donation.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, April 8, 2007. 6:45 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Celebrate Easter with gospel choirs, soloists and clergy from the local community who gather together for a beautiful sunrise service.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> There is no admission fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SPRING GARDENING WORKSHOP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2007. 9:30 a.m. to noon.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s spring gardening workshop explains how you can use low-maintenance native plants and xeriscaping to conserve water resources and enjoy carefree Florida gardening. Please make reservations in advance by calling the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">NATURE'S DAY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 14th, 2007. 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Demonstrators with live animals, a bird walk, and lectures on various aspects of wildlife and our freshwater springs will dominate this educational day. Please call for specific lectures. Good for the whole family.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TOMOKA REMEMBERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Tomoka State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: April 14, 2007, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living history programs, life and times, story telling, demonstrations of pioneer arts and skills. Discover a different piece of the past. Show themes are subject to change. Please contact the park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per car<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tomoka State Park is located three miles north of Ormond Beach on North Beach Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/bahiahonda/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">12TH ANNUAL EARTH DAY CELEBRATION</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Bahia Honda State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: April 14, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Bahia Honda State Park is having its 12th Annual Earth Day Celebration on April 14, 2007 from 9AM - 2PM. There will be live music. A barbecue with all the fixin's will be prepared by the Big Pine Moose Lodge. Admission to the park is free (come early, parking is limited).</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Activities will include: free prize drawing for children (over $1,500 in prizes), face painting, puppet shows, sand sculpture contest and create your own free fish print T-shirt (while supplies last). There will be environmental exhibits and booths, marinelife touch tanks and children's activities. For more information, call the Bahia Honda Sand and Sea Nature Center at (305) 872-9807.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (305) 872-9807<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Bahia Honda is located 12 mile south of Marathon on US1.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.66005840790,-81.27367061620&ll=24.660122,-81.273422&spn=0.309515,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=24.66005840790,-81.27367061620&ll=24.660122,-81.273422&spn=0.309515,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">WILDLIFE WALK (DEPENDING ON WATER LEVELS)</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 14, 2007. Starts at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Join a Paynes Prairie Ranger for a walk on the wild side. This adventure onto the prairie basin on an earthen dike trail demonstrates why the Preserve is recognized as a National Natural Landmark. See the wetland and Alachua Sink in action, plus observe alligators, 271 species of birds, and dazzling displays of flowers in bloom. The three-mile walk leads to an elevated observation deck. This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">25 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 14, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal! This program is approximately 3 hours long.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $5.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/gainesville-hawthorne/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PAYNES PRAIRIE BY BICYCLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 14, 2007. 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"></FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Approximately 3 hours.<BR>
Enjoy native plants and wildlife, rare vistas of the grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and backyard Florida culture as you make your way down the trail on this guided ride. Trade your modern life for the days of cattle ranching, citrus groves, small railroad towns, and steam engines and learn about the history, geology, water, flora, fauna, restoration, and archeology of the Preserve. Easy 12 miles stopping frequently to explore points of interest. A bike helmet is required and a serviceable bicycle. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather, sunscreen, insect repellant, snacks, water, binoculars, camera, and field guides…but remember the lighter your load the easier it is to pedal!</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">15 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Suggested donation of $2.00 per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail State Park starts on S.E. 15th Street and extends to Hawthorne near U.S. 301. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Boulware Springs trailhead from Gainesville, intersection of University Avenue and Main Street: Travel east on University Avenue and take the right fork onto SR 20. Almost immediately, go south onto SE 15th Street. Travel until you find Boulware Springs City Park on the right. If the road makes a 90 degree left turn, you've passed the park and need to turn around. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">To reach the Hawthorne trailhead from Hawthorne: Follow the signs posted on US 301 or CR 2082.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">READING WITH ROCKY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 14, 2007. 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Reading with Rocky will feature a different animal each session, most of which can be seen in the wildlife park. Volunteer Barbara Cairns will tell the children stories about that month’s featured animal and will sometimes include a craft project to go with it. Rocky is the name of one of the Park’s two Whooping Cranes and is featured in a new display in the Children’s Education Center. A life-sized painting of Rocky with wings outstretched adorns one wall of the education center and the reading sessions will take place in front of the Whooping Crane display.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FLORIDA FRIENDLY YARDS & NEIGHBORHOODS WORKSHOP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Sunday, April 15th, 2007. 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Learn about plants, trees, fertilizers and soils that work well in Florida. Learn what works for your pocketbook, for the environment, and for beautiful yards and gardens. A</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Native Plant sale</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> will be held in conjunction so that you can purchase the plants after you learn what to do with them. Bring your lunch!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 per person park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">SPRING GARDENING WORKSHOP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Wednesday, April 18th, 2007. 9:30 a.m. to noon.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The park’s gardening supervisor Marion Knudsen’s spring gardening workshop explains how you can use low-maintenance native plants and xeriscaping to conserve water resources and enjoy carefree Florida gardening. Please make reservations in advance by calling the park.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/highlandshammock/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">CELEBRATE EARTH DAY AT THE HAMMOCK</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Highlands Hammock State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 21, 2007 - Events start at 7:00 AM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Earth Day begins this year with a 5 K trail run at 7:00 a.m. At 9:00 a.m., join park staff in a resource management activity of your choice. Planned activities include education on exotic plant control and a chance for your and your friends or family to 'get dirty and get involved.' These activities are suitable for ALL age groups. Wear old clothes and shoes; bring work gloves, a shovel, drinking water, hat, sunblock and a picnic lunch. The Hammock Inn restaurant will be open and serving lunch if you prefer to purchase lunch after the activity. This is a great activity for youth groups, business organizations, church clubs, scouts and more. Come help us preserve one of Florida’s original state parks. Make camping reservations for this weekend at 1-800-326-3521 or online</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="file://www.ReserveAmerica.com"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.ReserveAmerica.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. - 5 K Trail Run<BR>
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Earth Day Resource Management Activity<BR>
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Music in the Park Concert under the stars.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Free Park Admission all day long!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact the park at: 863-386-6094<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Highlands Hammock State Park is located off US 27 on SR 634 (also known as Hammock Road), four miles west of Sebring.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.47113878100,-81.53121768810&ll=27.471115,-81.531258&spn=0.075543,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/paynesprairie/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">PRAIRIE RIM RAMBLE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 21, 2007. Starts at 8:30 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Follow in the footsteps of noted naturalist and artist William Bartram on this guided hike of the north rim of Paynes Prairie. The heavily shaded trail rambles around an array of fragile sinkholes with interesting plant diversity. Along the way enjoy wildlife viewing, bird & butterfly watching, sweeping views of the freshwater marsh, and learning about Paynes Prairie’s history –</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">the prairie has been a center for human activity for over 12,000 years!</FONT></I></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Moderate 3.5 mile hike; takes approximately 3 hours.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><I> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">20 person limit. Call the Visitor Center at (352) 466-4100 for reservations.</FONT></I></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $2.00 per person (suggested donation).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-466-4100.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located 10 miles south of Gainesville, in Micanopy, on the east side of US 441.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 north:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 south:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Take exit 374, the Micanopy exit, and turn right at the end of the exit ramp. You will then be traveling east on CR 234. Stay on this road 1.4 miles until it intersects with US 441. Turn left onto 441 and go about 0.6 miles to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (on the right).<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.51946221670,-82.29769572260&ll=29.519397,-82.297726&spn=0.074091,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/oscarscherer/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">EARTH DAY CELEBRATION</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Oscar Scherer State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: April 22nd - 10:00 AM</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Please check back for more event information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at 941-483-5956.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Oscar Scherer State Park is located on U.S.41, six miles south of Sarasota. Heading south on I-75 take exit 200. Heading north on I-75 take exit 195.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=27.17044418820,-82.47585258770&ll=27.170513,-82.47591&spn=0.075749,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 28th, 2007. 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Meet at 7:45 a.m.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. This leisurely-paced walk is on an accessible paved trail winding through a hydric hammock along Pepper Creek. Please call the park office if you have questions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FLORIDA FRIENDLY YARDS & NEIGHBORHOODS WORKSHOP</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Rainbow Springs State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, April 29th, 2007. 11:00 to 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Learn about plants, trees, fertilizers and soils that work well in Florida. Learn what works for your pocketbook, for the environment, and for beautiful yards and gardens. A</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Native Plant sale</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> will be held in conjunction so that you can purchase the plants after you learn what to do with them. Bring your lunch.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $1.00 per person park entrance fee.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-465-8555.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> From I-75, exit at the second Ocala exit onto State Road 40. Take State Road 40, west. Drive until it deadends at U.S. 41. Turn left, the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. From Tampa, take U.S. 41, north. Drive through the town of Dunnellon. The park is located on the right-hand side of the road, approximately 2.5 miles north of Dunnellon. From areas in the northwest, take U.S. 41 to the town of Williston. After passing through Williston, you will come to a traffic light where State Road 40 has come to a deadend. Go through this light; the park entrance is on the left-hand side of the road. The campground is separate from the headsprings day use area and is located 2.5 miles north of C.R. 484 off of S.W. 180th Avenue or 2.5 miles south of Highway 40 off of S.W. 180th Avenue.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.10352363330,-82.43912888820&ll=29.103577,-82.439175&spn=0.074394,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, May 5th, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/loverskey/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">'2ND ANNUAL KAYAK FISHING CLASSIC'</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Lovers Key State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday & Saturday - May 11 and May 12, 2006. Captain's meeting will be held at 6:30 PM on Friday, May 11</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> The “2nd Annual Kayak Fishing Classic” will be held at Lovers Key State Park on May 11 and May 12, 2006. The purpose of this tournament is to bring people of all ages together to enjoy the beautiful waters of Southwest Florida while fishing in kayaks and canoes, and to encourage youth anglers to participate. In addition, this is a fundraising event for the Southwest Florida Council, providing Scouting programs to over 25,000 boys and girls in Southwest Florida. The Friends of Lovers Key (FOLKS) are proud sponsors of this event. Please visit</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.kayakfishingclassic.com/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">www.kayakfishingclassic.com</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> for more information about this exciting event.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Angler Entry Fee: $75 - per person.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Call the park at: 239-463-4588<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Lovers Key is located at 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach. The park boundaries are Big Carlos Pass and New Pass. We are 10.5 miles west of I75 on exit 116.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.39289818760,-81.86787295540&ll=26.3931,-81.868057&spn=0.305076,0.686646"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=26.39289818760,-81.86787295540&ll=26.3931,-81.868057&spn=0.305076,0.686646</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">READING WITH ROCKY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, May 12, 2007. 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Reading with Rocky will feature a different animal each session, most of which can be seen in the wildlife park. Volunteer Barbara Cairns will tell the children stories about that month’s featured animal and will sometimes include a craft project to go with it. Rocky is the name of one of the Park’s two Whooping Cranes and is featured in a new display in the Children’s Education Center. A life-sized painting of Rocky with wings outstretched adorns one wall of the education center and the reading sessions will take place in front of the Whooping Crane display.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free with regular park admission.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TOMOKA REMEMBERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Tomoka State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: May 12, 2007, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living history programs, life and times, story telling, demonstrations of pioneer arts and skills. Discover a different piece of the past. Show themes are subject to change. Please contact the park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per car<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tomoka State Park is located three miles north of Ormond Beach on North Beach Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/lakelouisa/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">LAKE LOUISA FIELD DAY</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Lake Louisa State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, May 19, 2007, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Sponsored by the Friends of Lake Louisa this is a one day 'Earth Friendly' event for all ages. Designed to create awareness about Florida's fragile ecosystems and the plants and animals within them, it's fun for the whole family. Exhibitors from all over the Central Florida area will be there with displays, live animals, activities for kids, workshops, literature and more.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per vehicle 2-8 occupants $3.00 per vehicle single occupant<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Christy Burch<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Lake Louisa State Park is located on US 27, seven (7) miles south of State Road 50.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.45628144780,-81.72194152560&ll=28.456316,-81.721973&spn=0.037428,0.085831"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.45628144780,-81.72194152560&ll=28.456316,-81.721973&spn=0.037428,0.085831</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FLORIDA FOLK FESTIVAL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, May 25 through May 27, 2007. Gates open at 8:00 a.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Enjoy the diversity of Florida’s culture and history when its residents share their food, music, dance, stories, crafts and work life. Visit Seminole family camp, watch the state fiddling contest and savor ethnic food and church supper favorites.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Pets are not allowed.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
<FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">For advance tickets, call 1-877-635-3655 or visit</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"> </SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridafolkfestival.com/"><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Florida Folk Festival</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Fees to be announced at a later date.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-7005.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, May 26th, 2007. 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Meet at 7:45 a.m.)</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. This leisurely-paced walk is on an accessible paved trail winding through a hydric hammock along Pepper Creek. Please call the park office if you have questions.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is FREE!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 352-628-5343.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is located in Homosassa Springs, 75 miles north of Tampa on U.S. 19 and 90 miles northwest of Orlando.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=28.80070252580,-82.57644884230&ll=28.800758,-82.576332&spn=0.149223,0.343323</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, June 2nd, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/tomoka/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">TOMOKA REMEMBERS</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Tomoka State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: June 9, 2007, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Living history programs, life and times, story telling, demonstrations of pioneer arts and skills. Discover a different piece of the past. Show themes are subject to change. Please contact the park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> $4.00 per car<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Contact park for more information.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Tomoka State Park is located three miles north of Ormond Beach on North Beach Street.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=29.34177374510,-81.08449706440&ll=29.34178,-81.084423&spn=0.074221,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, July 7th, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, August 4th, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana">http://local.google.com/local?f=q&hl=en&q=30.33584382760,-82.76989693620&ll=30.335843,-82.769966&spn=0.073486,0.171661</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P DIR=LTR><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><A HREF="http://www.floridastateparks.org/stephenfoster/Events.cfm"><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">FIRST SATURDAY COFFEEHOUSE</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><BR>
</B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park</FONT></U></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"><BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Date: Saturday, September 1, 2007. 7:00 p.m.</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><BR>
</SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Description:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Songs, stories, music or poetry may be performed at this open stage night held in the park auditorium. Coffee and desserts available for sale.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Fees:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> This event is free!<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Contact:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> For more information, call 386-397-4331.<BR>
</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">Directions:</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> Located on U.S. 41 in White Springs.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-75 to S.R. 136</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 439 - Old Exit 84), travel east on S.R. 136 for 3 miles. Turn left on U.S. 41. Park entrance is on the left.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><B> <FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana">From I-10 to U.S. 41 North</FONT></B></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG="en-us"><FONT SIZE=2 FACE="Verdana"> (Milepost Exit 301 - Old Exit 43), travel 9 miles to White Springs. Park entrance is on the left.<BR>
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