Biscayne National Park

Learn how to Fish alongside park staff!

Some topics that may be covered during a clinic include (but are not limited to):

• The techniques behind casting and dehooking a fish
• Local species
• Local regulations
• Best times to fish
• History of fishing in the area
• How to tie knots

Beginner Friendly!

Fun for the whole family!

 

Join us for a variety of rotating staff led activities, cool topics, and hands-on learning programs such as guided walks, science labs, nature journaling, and history presentations that encourage connection with Biscayne's resources.

Drop-ins and the entire family are welcome. Programming is free. 

For program specifics, please visit or call the visitor center at 786-335-3620.

The Paddle Clinic introduces park visitors to canoeing while building paddle skills and confidence. Biscayne National Park is 95% water and paddling is one of the best ways to explore the park. 

• The trips are staff/weather dependent. Watch the weather and call (786)335-3620 the day before the trip to confirm. Know that trips can be cancelled up until the last minute.
• All paddlers must be 11yrs+. Non-paddlers sitting in the middle must be 6yrs+. (Indicate age when signing up anybody under the age of 18.)
• No experience necessary but comfortability on the water is required. This is a beginner course and is moderately strenuous. Most paddle clinics spend nearly two hours on the water and traverse two miles of shallow bay.
• Shoes and clothes that can get wet are required. Water bottles, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are recommended.
• Please ensure that you’ve provided a local phone number or email address that you are able to check prior to the trip.
• If you need to cancel, please call (786)335-3620 as soon as possible. These trips are in high demand and others would appreciate the opening.
• Please arrive 30 min before scheduled departure time. Upon arrival, each participant must come to the visitor center desk to sign a waiver.
• You spot will be given away if you have not checked in 15 min prior to departure time.

 

Join us for a variety of rotating staff led activities, cool topics, and hands-on learning programs such as guided walks, science labs, nature journaling, and history presentations that encourage connection with Biscayne's resources.

Drop-ins and the entire family are welcome. Programming is free. 

For program specifics, please visit or call the visitor center at 786-335-3620.

Join us for a variety of rotating staff led activities, cool topics, and hands-on learning programs such as guided walks, science labs, nature journaling, and history presentations that encourage connection with Biscayne's resources.

Drop-ins and the entire family are welcome. Programming is free. 

For program specifics, please visit or call the visitor center at 786-335-3620.

The park invites nature journalers of all skill levels and ages to come out to the park and draw what you see. 

So, what is nature journaling? It involves observing a subject in nature and documenting it through sketching, painting, or writing. Sometimes it can be all of those, and include poems, questions, or thoughts - whatever you feel inspired to create!

Park staff is coordinating a once a month opportunity to stretch your creative muscles, get inspired by others, and share what you have worked on while learning about what makes Biscayne National Park such a special place. We meet up to discuss a monthly topic, then head out around Convoy Point to explore together and create something from what we see. At the end we share what we have created with each other.

You don't need to be a writer or artist to try your hand at nature journaling, you just have to be a little curious and willing to dedicate an hour to get started. This is a friendly and non-judgmental environment to gather once a month to learn, draw, write, and share. 

Simple watercolor paper, basic sketching supplies, watercolor supplies, and colored pencils/crayons will be provided during the program (though you are more than welcome to bring your own!).

Learn how to Fish alongside park staff!

Some topics that may be covered during a clinic include (but are not limited to):

• The techniques behind casting and dehooking a fish
• Local species
• Local regulations
• Best times to fish
• History of fishing in the area
• How to tie knots

Beginner Friendly!

Fun for the whole family!

 

Join us for a plankton lab to see the microscopic world in a drop of water!

Drop-ins and the entire family are welcome. Programming is free. 

 

 

Join park staff in this painting program. Materials will be provided, but you are welcomed to bring your own!

The Rangers of Biscayne National Park are excited to celebrate another Park After Dark with you Saturday, December 20th! Stop by and learn about the wonders of park wildlife while making unforgettable memories and creating souvenirs you can take home. From 11-12PM you can dive into the microscopic world of plankton. From 1-2pm create your own shark tooth keepsake. The weekly Fishing Clinic will take place from 2-4PM! From 3-4PM you can paint with a ranger. To experience the sunset (5:36PM) in a new way- we have two activities to choose from. From 4:30-5:45PM will be sunset canoeing (you must have experience canoeing, reservations are required, and space is limited, please call 786-335-3620) . You can also enjoy the sunset while eating a s’more by the campfire from 5:30-7PM. Telescopes will be up to enjoy the stars from 6-7:30PM.   Schedule: 11:00-12:00PM Plankton Lab 1:00-2:00PM Shark Tooth Jewelry 2:00-4:00PM Fishing Clinic 3:00-4:00PM Paint with a Ranger 4:30-5:45PM Sunset Canoeing** 5:30-7:00PM S’mores 6:00-7:30PM Stargazing 8:00PM Park Closes   These free programs will take place during our monthly Park After Dark event. The park will close later than usual at 8PM, giving you the chance to take a sunset walk with a loved one, enjoy a late picnic, and catch that last fish. We hope to see you there!

 

**Previously canoeing experience is required for Sunset Canoeing. Paddlers must be 11 years or older. Please call 786-335-3620 to reserve your space. This program may be canceled due to weather or staffing, all participants will be contacted the day prior to confirm participation and ensure the program will be held.