Governor Charlie Crist has proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation Month in Florida. To celebrate, they are offering a calendar with 31 fun outdoor activities. From scalloping and birding to an ol’ fashioned picnic at The Barnacle Historic State Park in Coconut Grove, there are lots of activities to keep you and your family and friends busy.
Take special note of the FREE day at Florida state parks. Saturday, July 17 will be free entry to all state parks, except the Skyway Fishing Pier. Canoe rentals, camping and other activities will be normal price.
Swim at the beach, snorkel in a crystal-clear freshwater spring, tube a lazy river, splash in the pool at Hillsborough River or slide into Weeki Wachee Springs at Buccaneer Bay. Hike. Bike. Sit under a shade tree. All are fun, cool and perfect for a hot summer’s day. Just go outside.
