Friends of Wakulla Springs State Park

Become part of a group dedicated to preserving Wakulla Springs.

Thanks for attending our annual meeting Saturday March 2nd

it was a beautiful sunny, breezy and Spring-like day. Thanks to the ample attendance and contributions by our amazing membership and Board, and to guest speaker Kellie Keys and her cadre of knowledgeable intern's presentation relating to the recently formed FSU Wakulla Springs Lab. Look forward to hearing more about their continued research and environmental communication efforts.

Bob Deyle's Presentation to FOWS (PDF) – CLICK HERE

Wakulla Springs Car Show... WINNERS LISTED ABOVE!

The 2024 Wakulla Springs Car Show was on November 9, 2024, at beautiful Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park. The event opened to the public at 10:00 AM and ran till 3:00 PM.

2024 CAR SHOW GALLERY

PICTURES OF 2022 Car show

Short PSA for Wakulla Springs

Decades-old car removed from sinkhole

CLICK HERE

Recent Artulla Event Photos – CLICK HERE

Tallahassee Democrat Article – Budget includes millions to buy land above cave to protect Wakulla Springs from gas station

(Click here to read Tallahassee Democrat Article)

A dedication/ribbon cutting ceremony for the new "Great Blue Heron" electric boat

It was a wonderful day today, as we celebrated a dedication/ribbon cutting ceremony for the new "Great Blue Heron" electric boat, almost completing the fleet of new boats at the Park. The Great Blue Heron was generously supported by the Florida State Parks Foundation, based on revenues generated from the sales of the Florida State Parks license plate! Thanks to the FSPF, Florida State Parks, and to all those that support the Friends of Wakulla Springs State Park...we are so grateful and couldn't do it without you! Come visit the Park, and partake of the gorgeous Fall weather and peaceful ride on the Great Blue Heron!

Tallahassee Democrat Article about the new electric boats for Wakulla Springs 11-21-23 (CLICK HERE)

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The Lodge and Friends At Wakulla_30 sec video (CLICK HERE)

Springs Wildlife and Water Survey

Jungle Cruise Tour

River boat tours at Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park.

Tours are offered daily between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Availability is limited and reservations are required. Reservations are available online and should be made before arriving at the park.

(click here to make reservations)

The Friends of Wakulla Springs, Inc. is the official Citizen Support Organization (CSO), a private, non-profit partner supporting educational, interpretive, and historical and scientific research responsibilities of Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park. Friends of Wakulla Springs (FOWS) State Park is an organization of volunteers committed to the preservation of the park with the largest and deepest freshwater spring in the world for the enjoyment of park visitors for generations to come.

Go to this link to see VIDEOS of Wakulla Springs
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Friends of Wakulla Springs is an Official Citizens Support Organization to Preserve & Protect Wakulla Springs.

Virtual Speaker & Performance Series is Provided through Florida Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities.

There are Amazing Outdoor Adventures at Wakulla Springs... Swim, Walk & River Boat Tours to Name a Few.

Virtual Visits at Wakulla Springs State Park... CLICK HERE

Specialty Plates are now available for pre-order! (CLICK HERE)

The revenue collected from this plate will benefit the Florida Parks Foundation's efforts to protect, preserve, sustain and grow our award winning parks. You can get your specialty plate by visiting your local county Tax Collector's office.

Message from the President

Julie Harrington... CLICK HERE (PDF) or on the NEWS PAGE

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VISIT THE SPRINGS & ENJOY

Located 30 miles south of Tallahassee, Florida, Wakulla Springs State Park offers many outdoor activities, environmental splendor, the largest and deepest freshwater spring, world-class lodging, and is open 365 days per year.

We depend on funding from membership dues and donations. Your membership enables us to continue our educational advocacy and activities. Together we can make this part of our world better for future generations.

We are accepting new volunteers and always need helping hands. There are as many educational opportunities as there are chances to provide voluntary service. We welcome your involvement and support with the Friends of Wakulla Springs.

Conserving the world's largest and deepest freshwater spring

Phone: (850) 561–7286 • Email: friends@wakullasprings.org

A 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to conserve, protect, restore and enhance the natural, historical, cultural and recreational resources of Wakulla Springs State Park for present and future generations.

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