October programs at Washington Oaks Gardens and Faver-Dykes State Parks! 

Get outside and visit your local parks!  


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First Friday Garden Walk at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park 
Friday, October 7th   
10am
  
J oin us for this ranger led walk where you will learn about the history of our park while exploring the beauty of the formal gardens.  The walk is approximately 1 hour.  Please bring water and 
 wear comfortable walking shoes! 

Meet in the Garden parking lot.  
Garden walk included with park entry.  
Call 386-446-6783 for more information. 

 

Herbs in the Garden AND Second Saturday Plant Sale!
 
 Saturday,  
October 8th 
10 am to 2 pm
 
 
 
   
 


 
  
At 11 am, a presentation highlighting "Culinary & Medicinal Uses of Herbs" will be held by Dora Baker, owner of Maggie's Herb Farm. 
  
"Herbs in the Kitchen" by Ruth Micieli follows at 12 pm. Preparing a three-course meal, she will demonstrate ways herbs can be included in our daily recipe choices. Tastings and recipes will be provided. 
    
A Garden Tour, led by one of the Park Rangers, will begin at 1 pm. This is a great opportunity to learn about the uniqueness of the Gardens and the history of the Park.  
 
Visitors will find Florida friendly plants among the selections on the plant benches. Herbs and Herb-themed baked goods will be on sale!
Programs included with park entry. 
Call 386-446-6783 for more information.



Yoga in the Gardens
 
Mondays in October, 9-10:30
 
(October
  3rd, 10th, 17th  and 24th)  
     
 
Join us for this all-level, gentle yoga class incorporating meditation, breathing exercises, and gentle movement.  

Instructor Jillian Davis, E-RYT 200 LMT, has been teaching classes for 10 years.  Practicing yoga outside in the peaceful setting of Washington Oaks allows a connection to nature while discovering what yoga can do for you.  

$20 per class, or, $75 for all 4 weeks.  Park entry included. Call 386-446-6783, or email [email protected] to register. (walk-ins allowed, however class may fill)

 
 
Nature Hike
at Faver-Dykes State Park
 
Saturday, October 22nd
 
11am
 
Join a Ranger for a walk through Old Florida and discover the beauty of Faver-Dykes State Park.  Visitors meet at the Ranger Station.  Please bring water and bug spray, and wear comfortable walking shoes.  Hike included with park entry.
 
Call 904-794-0997 for more information.


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The Friends of Washington Oaks Gardens State Park 
6400 North Oceanshore Blvd
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-446-6783
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