In-Person Event
located at
Playalinda District
Eddy Creek Parking Lot
United States
Latitude: 28.6566
Longitude: -80.6318
Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Playalinda! Participate in activities, educational programs, a guided beach walk, and a cleanup while discovering the wildlife and habitats that make Canaveral National Seashore such a special place. All activities are free; however, the park entrance fee still applies. Program locations are subject to change and/or cancellation. (4 hours)
Here is the schedule of events. All talks and stations will be located at Eddy Creek unless otherwise noted.
• Beach Walk – 8:15–9:00 AM – Join a park ranger or volunteer for a guided walk along the beach and discover the wildlife, habitats, and natural features of Canaveral National Seashore. Meet at Parking Area #1.
• Manatee Mania Station – 8:00 AM–12:00 PM – Learn about Florida’s gentle giants through hands-on activities and displays. Discover manatee adaptations, habitats, and conservation efforts.
• Manatee Talk – 9:30 AM – Join us for a closer look at the life and challenges of the Florida manatee. Program lasts approximately 20 minutes.
• Discover Your Seashore & Cleanup Station – 8:00 AM–12:00 PM – Explore the diverse habitats of Canaveral National Seashore while helping protect them through a stewardship and cleanup activity.
• Shark Talk – 10:30 AM – Join us for a closer look at the fascinating world of sharks. Program lasts approximately 20 minutes.
• Turtle Tidbits Station – 8:00 AM–12:00 PM – Learn about sea turtle nesting, hatchlings, and conservation through exhibits.
• Sea Turtles of the Seashore Talk – 11:30 AM – Explore the incredible journey of a sea turtle from nest to ocean and learn how visitors can help protect these remarkable animals. Program lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Learn more at: www.nps.gov/cana/index.htm