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Published on January 31, 2022 - 13:00 GMT

The Florida State Parks Foundation Celebrates Reopening of William J. ‘Billy Joe’ Rish Recreation Area

The 100-acre addition, located in Port St. Joe, is open year-round and is specifically designated for people with disabilities TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Friday, the Florida Park Service officially …

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Published on January 18, 2022 - 13:00 GMT

Florida State Parks Foundation Announces Major Partnership with Duke Energy Florida

Duke Energy Foundation will fund three park projects totaling $150,000. TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- . The Florida State Parks Foundation today announced a new collaboration with Duke Energy Florida and the …

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Published on January 7, 2022 - 13:00 GMT

Representative Anika T. Omphroy Tours Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Our parks are not only natural treasures, but they are also economic generators as well. TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Representative Anika T. Omphroy, who represents District 95, visited Hugh Taylor Birch State …

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Published on January 5, 2022 - 13:00 GMT

William G. and Marie Selby Foundation Grant Lets Myakka River State Park Purchase All-terrain Wheelchair and Trailer

It will enable visitors who use mobility devices to fully experience the scenic beauty of Myakka River State Park TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 5, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A grant from the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation will help …

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Published on December 14, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Florida State Parks Foundation Celebrates A Historic Year

We look forward to even greater things in 2022 TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, December 14, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation has celebrated a year full of tremendous achievements, President Tammy Gustafson said in her end …

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Published on December 13, 2021 - 16:09 GMT

Author's decides 250th published book should be free

Fascinating history that might have been lost for ever LONGWOOOD, FL, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Longwood author Don Philpott’s 250th and 251st books have just been published featuring the histories of Wekiwa Springs State …

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Published on December 10, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Florida State Parks Foundation Welcomes Governor DeSantis' Recommendation To Fully Fund State Parks

Florida’s award-winning state parks protect our most precious natural and cultural resources TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation welcomed the Governor’s recommendation to fully fund …

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Published on November 22, 2021 - 19:41 GMT

Florida State Parks Foundation welcomes Chuck Hatcher as Acting Director of Division of Recreation and Parks

We look forward to achieving even greater things in the future. TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation welcomes today’s announcement that Chuck Hatcher has been named Acting Director of …

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Published on November 22, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Silver Springs State Park’s Wheelchair-Accessible Glass-Bottom Boat named one of the ten most significant boats of 2021

This boat is significant in many ways TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation announced today that the new wheelchair-accessible glass-bottom boat at Silver Springs State Park has been …

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Published on November 16, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company Marks Partnership with Florida State Parks Foundation with a New Beer

We are always delighted to work with corporate partners like Ivanhoe Brewing who share our commitment to preserving and protecting our state parks TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation …

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Published on November 9, 2021 - 15:15 GMT

Florida State Parks Specialty License Plate Exceeds Presale Target in One Month

Sales will provide significant and ongoing funding to enable us to protect and preserve our award-winning park system TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation has announced that …

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Published on November 8, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Generous Bequest Promotes Birding Knowledge at Sebastian Inlet State Park

Interpretive panels will assist visitors in identifying common migratory and resident bird species. TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation announced a series of interpretive birding …

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Published on October 21, 2021 - 12:00 GMT

Florida State Parks Foundation Announces 2021-2 Board Officers

Critical leadership to ensure the organization’s continued growth and success. TALLAHASSEE, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation has announced its board officers for 2021-2022 to provide critical …

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Published on October 18, 2021 - 12:00 GMT

Indian River Community Foundation Grant To Help Protect Endangered Woodpecker at St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park

The preservation of their existing habitat in Indian River County is crucial TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, October 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation is delighted to announce a $25,000 grant from the Indian River …

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Published on October 1, 2021 - 12:00 GMT

Florida State Parks Specialty Plate Now Available for Preorder

Revenue collected will help preserve, protect, sustain and grow Florida’s award-winning state park system for years to come TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vouchers for presales of Florida State Parks’ new specialty …

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Published on September 28, 2021 - 14:34 GMT

Senate President Wilton Simpson Tours Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Not only are our parks natural treasures, but economic generators as well TALLAHASSEE, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senate President Wilton Simpson, who represents District 10, visited the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs …

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Published on September 20, 2021 - 15:00 GMT

Florida State Parks Foundation Names Legislative Park Champions of the Year and Unveils Specialty License Plate Design

The Florida State Parks specialty license plate will provide significant and ongoing funding to protect and preserve Florida’s state parks TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, September 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida State Parks Foundation …

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Published on September 9, 2021 - 12:42 GMT

Expanded Partnership Provides Beach Accessible Wheelchair For Every Coastal Florida State Park

More than 50 beach wheelchairs are now available at Florida state parks TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than 50 beach wheelchairs are now available at Florida state parks thanks to the continuing partnership …

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Published on August 26, 2021 - 15:30 GMT

Silver Springs State Park Dedicates First-Ever Wheelchair-Accessible Glass-Bottom Boat

New Vessel Allows Access for All Visitors TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, August 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The first wheelchair-accessible glass-bottom boat to join the Silver Springs State Park fleet was officially dedicated today. The Florida …

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Published on August 16, 2021 - 17:06 GMT

Florida Power & Light Company Grant Provides Wheelchair Accessible Electric Tram at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

A great boost to visitors who use wheelchairs and they are eco-friendly TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, August 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A six-person wheelchair-accessible electric tram is in service at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park thanks to a …

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