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• Bulowville Night Tour

  • When
    12/06/2025
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    5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
  • Location
    Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park 3501 Old Kings Road, Flagler Beach

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  Join us at Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park for an after-hours tour of the Bulow sugar mill ruins to uncover the intriguing history of the 203-year-old site. Led by a park ranger, you will be guided through the ruins, specially illuminated for the occasions, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of the fateful night in 1836 when the Seminole Tribe set fire to the mill. As you walk through the shadows of history, you will hear stories of Bulow’s fortune, the mysteries surrounding the plantation, and the fates of those who shaped its legacy – all against the backdrop of the ancient ruins.

  Time: Gates open at 5:00pm; Program begins at 5:15pm.

  Meet at: Bulow Plantation Ruins Pavilion

  What to Bring: Protective clothing (long sleeved shirt, long pains and socks suggested) and sturdy, close-toed shoes (uneven terrain expected), insect repellent, water, flashlight.

  Cost: Tickets are required for this event and space is limited; $25.00 per person. All proceeds go to the Friends of Tomoka Basin State Parks to help support future programming and events.

  Information: Mark Adams, 386-517-2084 or email Mark.D.Adams@FloridaDEP.gov

  
  

  
  

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• South Area Middens Tour

  • When
    12/07/2025
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    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Tomoka State Park 2099 N Beach Street Ormond Beach, Florida 32174

   

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  Discover the hidden history of Tomoka State Park on a guided walk through the park’s archaeological middens. Learn what middens are and what they reveal about past inhabitants.

  Meet at: Tomoka State Park South Picnic Area
  Directions: Enter through the main gate, pass the Ranger Station, return to Beach St., head north 0.2 miles, and turn left just before the bridge at the Tomoka State Park South Picnic Area sign.

  What to Bring: Water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and sturdy shoes (uneven terrain expected).

  Cost: $5 park entry per vehicle. Buy a day pass online or visit the Ranger Station before heading to the South Area. TICKETED EVENT: Limited to 21 attendees.

  Information: Mark Adams, 386-517-2084 or email Mark.D.Adams@FloridaDEP.gov

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• Owl Prowl

  • When
    12/13/2025
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Tomoka State Park Rec Hall

  

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  Join Friends of Tomoka Basin State Parks for a fascinating evening focusing on these mysterious creatures. The evening will begin with a short indoor program about the owls that inhabit Central Florida, presented by Joan Tague, President of Halifax River Audubon. 

   

  Then, be prepared for adventure! For the second part of the program, we will explore the park along moon-lit trails searching for the owls that call the park home. Be prepared for the night! You never know what you might experience along the way. Many other animals are active at night. Who-o-o-o-o knows what we might hear or bump into?

   

  Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

  Meet at: Tomoka State Park Rec Hall (building across from the Tomoka Outpost)

  What to Bring: Sturdy, close-toed shoes (uneven terrain expected), insect repellent, water, flashlight.

  Cost: Tickets are required for this event and space is limited; $25.00 per person. All proceeds go to the Friends of Tomoka Basin State Parks to help support future programming and events.

  Information: David Jones, 386-575-4045, David.L.Jones@FloridaDEP.gov

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• Holiday Social 2025

  • When
    12/17/2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    RiverGrille

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• DEC 18 BYOK - Bring Your Own Kayak Tour

  • When
    12/18/2025
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park 3501 Old Kings Rd. Flagler Beach, Florida 32136

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  Register on Eventbrite for BYOK Bring Your Own Kayak event at Bulow Plantation Ruins on Bulow Creek December 18, 2025 from 10am to Noon.

  Only a limited number of tickets available! Secure your spot in advance. 

  Meet at: Bulow Plantation Ruins Pavilion

  What to Bring: Water, sunscreen, insect repellent. All participants are required to bring their own kayak and a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD) with a whistle to participate.

  Notice: Participants must be 12 years of age or older. All participants will be asked to sign a liability waiver prior to taking part in the paddle.

  Cost: $4 park entry per vehicle. Buy a day pass online or scan the QR Code at the park entrance gate. TICKETED EVENT: Only a limited number of tickets available! We kindly ask for a minimum donation of $10, which will go to the Friends of Tomoka Basin State Parks—our Citizen Support Organization dedicated to supporting Florida State Parks through fundraising and volunteer efforts.

  Information: Mark Adams, 386-517-2084 or email Mark.D.Adams@FloridaDEP.gov

  
  

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• Cancelled: A Great Rosy Glow-The Story of Bulow Plantation Ruins

  • When
    12/21/2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park 3501 Old Kings Rd. Flagler Beach, Florida 32136

  
  

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• First Day Hike

  • When
    01/01/2026
  • Location
    2099 N. Beach St. Ormond Beach FL 32174

  First Day Hike

  Program is free with park entry of $5.00 per vehicle. No charge for annual pass holders.

  Start the New Year in a State Park with a First Day Hike! Join one of our park rangers and take a guided hike through the beautiful natural settings of Tomoka State Park. Along the way, you’ll discover the park’s fascinating history, including stories of one of Florida’s largest Native American villages. Hike leads to the Tomoka Point, which offers incredible views of Tomoka Basin and one of the most scenic vistas in the area.

  The program will include a one-mile-long hike, occurring over one hour. Please bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent and wear sturdy shoes, as the trail includes uneven terrain.

  Directions: Drive into park, 1/2 mile down on righthand side across from concessionaire Tomoka Outpost

  
  

  
  

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