The Friends of Silver Springs State Park

Citizen Support Organization - celebrating our 10th year in 2015!

  • Critter Trail 5k Run/Walk
    Hosted by Friends of Silver Springs State Park
  • Pancakes in the Park
    Hosted by Friends of Silver Springs State Park.
  • Stars in the Park
    Volunteer Lunch for hard wroking volunteers
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Friends Meetings

Members may participate in numerous volunteer projects and join in for special events. All membership dues and donations are used toward the betterment of the Silver Springs State Park.


The recipient of your gift membership will receive:
  • Friends of Silver Springs State Park Gift notification welcome letter
  • Large gift tag for the recipient’s and sender’s name and gift information
  • Friends of Silver Springs State Park Membership Card.

The Friends of Silver Springs State Park is growing and with that growth comes many ways to donate. The Success of the Friends of Silver Springs State Park depends on dedicated, hardworking volunteers, along with your donation. Your donation will help connect families to nature, provide access to outdoor opportunities, and conserve land, springs and wildlife.


Everyone deserves to live happy and healthy lives. 


Your contributions stay in the park and are 100 % tax deductible.


When: 2nd Thursday of every Month

Where:     Silver Springs State Park
                  SAUPP Center
Time:         6:00 pm
 Address: 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd,
                  Silver Springs, FL
Number:   (352) 236-7149

Friends of Silver Springs 

Supporting Silver Springs State Park one event at a time!

Kayak Adventure Drawing

November 17,  2018

An update to an old favorite, the Pelican Trailblazer NXT kayak is the next generation of kayaks. The NXT has plenty of new features such as easy to paddle, and very stable, making it a perfect kayak for beginners. Also comes equipped with a padded comfortable seat and back. Impact resident kayak that is built tough to handle just about any adventure you would want to undertake.


For more information


Pancakes in the Park

February 24, 2018

Ask anyone; Friends of Silver Springs State Park has an outstanding reputation for serving the best pancakes in the area. Breakfasts are cooked and served hot and fresh at Silver Springs State Park, State Road 35 entrance.


Our famous breakfasts include:  pancakes and sausage, orange juice and coffee. 


For more information

Springs Festival

March 3-4, 2018
You’re invited to go outdoors to experience Florida’s amazing natural resources and have a great time! Join in the fun on Saturday and Sunday, March 3 and 4 and marvel the beautiful Silver Springs. 

Listen to music, see art, talk to environmental experts, see mermaids, take a Glass Bottom Boat tour, rent a canoe/kayak, take a hike, go for a bike ride, and enjoy games, food, fun and fun.  

Friends of Silver Springs State Park
working together with Silver Springs State Park
having fun !!