Campfire Program at John Pennekamp State Park

This event is free with park admission. Please arrive before park closure at sunset. Long-sleeve shirts, long pants and bug spray recommended.

Join the Park Rangers, Volunteers & Friends of John Pennekamp State Park for a family-friendly, fun evening by the campfire where we roast marshmallows & make s'mores while learning about a fascinating topic featuring the park's unique natural and cultural treasures.

During this evening's program we will follow "Turtle Tracks: A Sea Turtle's Journey". Gather under the stars this week to trace the incredible, yet fragile, journey of the magnificent sea turtles that visit our park’s beaches and reefs, and learn about the seasonal ritual of nesting to explore the entire life story of the Keys' most iconic marine reptile:

We will discover more abouy the life-long, trans-oceanic migrations of species like the Loggerhead, Green, and critically endangered Hawksbill turtles that call these waters home. We’ll discuss how scientists use satellite tracking to uncover the mysterious "lost years" of their journey, and we will explore the current threats sea turtles face—from marine debris and boat strikes to light pollution—and learn the essential role we all play in their survival. You'll leave knowing exactly what you can do to keep their nesting beaches safe.

You may also like the following events from Friends of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park & Dagny Johnson State Park:

• This Friday, 12th December, 05:00 pm, Holiday Palm Frond Weaving- Friends Night Out in Key Largo
• Next Saturday, 20th December, 05:55 pm, Campfire Program at John Pennekamp State Park in Key Largo