Lovers Key State Park has released its September program schedule which includes what public events are happening, how much they cost, how to sign up, and descriptions of the events.
For program questions, call 239-808-8328 or email Stephanie.Kurtz@FloridaDEP.gov
9/11Â Friday
Shorebird Stroll
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Location: Mid-Beach
Free with park entry fee
Mitch (Ranger)
Join a park ranger on a guided walk down the shoreline and discover some of the birds that call the beach here at Lovers Key home. Learn helpful tips about how to identify these challenging birds while learning their diet, behavioral and nesting habits. Registration is required, please visit https://loverskey.eventbrite.com
9/19 Saturday
Junior Ranger
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Community Room (Welcome and Discovery Center)
Free with park entry fee
Mitch (Ranger)
 Join a park ranger for a Junior Ranger educational program and accompanying activity to explore the four components of the Junior Ranger program: natural resources, cultural resources, recreation, and service. Participants will be eligible for Junior Ranger passport stamps with the successful completion of each component.
Registration is required, please visit https://loverskey.eventbrite.com
9/26 Saturday
Beach Cleanup
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: Mid-Beach Bridge (Beach Side)
Free
Ranger/Volunteer Led
Join a park ranger for a beach cleanup at Mid-Beach. Enjoy a lovely hour on the beach as you do your part to keep our state park (and planet!) clean. Participants will record the types of trash they collect, and the findings will help inform park messaging. Gloves, trash bags, pickers, pencils, and data sheets will be provided. Registration is required, please visit https://loverskey.eventbrite.com