April 30, 2009
A Salute to Mom!
Family Fun Fest
The final Family Fun Fest of 2009 takes place on Mother's Day, so the theme is "A Salute to Mom!"
April 07, 2009
Celebrate National Park Week with Special Programs
Celebrate Baynanza, Dade Heritage Days, National Park Week and more with a variety of special program during April.
March 30, 2009
Spring Has Sprung Family Fun Fest
Bunnies, colored eggs and baskets are springtime standards, but what’s the real story?
February 11, 2009
Legacy from the Past
Family Fun Fest
For 10,000 years, people have spent time on the waters and islands of Biscayne National Park. Who were they? What did they do? What did they leave behind?
February 10, 2009
Vanessa Bryson's Fish Eye Opens
at Dante Fascell Visitor Center Gallery
Large format watercolor batiks on silk offer a "Fish Eye" interpretation of Biscayne National Park by artist Vanessa Bryson.
February 03, 2009
Amazing Adaptations Family Fun Fest
Celebrate the bicentennial of Charles Darwin's birth with a look at the "Amazing Adaptations" exhibited by some of the park's plants and animals.
January 20, 2009
Biscayne National Park
Seeks Volunteers for Coral Nursery
If you are interested in helping to make a difference for South Florida's coral reefs, this is the volunteer opportunity for you!
January 04, 2009
Lost in the 60s Family Fun Fest
The 2009 Family Fun Fest season gets underway with a salute to the 1960s.
December 11, 2008
Family Fun Fest 2009
The 2009 edition of Family Fun Fest kicks off in January.
November 09, 2008
Reefs for the Future
Photography Exhibit Opens
Winners of the 11th International Coral Reef Symposium Photography Contest will be on display in the Dante Fascell Visitor Center Gallery through February 22, 2009.
October 06, 2008
Park and Partners Celebrate 40 Years Of Preservation
Biscayne National Park, the South Florida National Parks Trust and the National Parks Conservation Association are joining together to recognize the 40th Anniversary of the park’s establishment.
September 06, 2008
Park Closes As Hurricane Ike Nears
As Hurricane Ike approaches south Florida, Biscayne National Park institutes a temporary closure in accordance with its Hurricane Plan.
Effective 1:00 p.m. on Sunday September 7, 2008, all park facilities (including those on Boca Chita, Elliott and Adams Keys) and the mainland area at Convoy Point (9 miles east of Homestead), boat tours, and visitor services will be closed to the public. The Park waters will remain open for vessel transit. The closure will remain in effect until further notice.
August 20, 2008
Park Reopens as Tropical Storm Fay Leave South Florida
Effective 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2008, all park facilities (including those on Boca Chita, Elliott and Adams Keys) and the mainland area at Convoy Point (9 miles east of Homestead), concession-operated boat tours, and visitor services will be open to the public.
August 17, 2008
Park Closes As Tropical Storm Fay Nears
Effective 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 17, 2008, all park facilities are closed in preparation for Tropical Storm Fay.
August 17, 2008
Across the Bay
Photography Exhibit Opens
Fine Art Photographer John D. Andersen opens a new show at Biscayne national Park's Dante Fascell Visitor Center.
July 22, 2008
Biscayne National Park Readies for Lobster "Mini-Season"
July 30 and 31 are the dates for the 2008 Lobster Sport Season, also known as "Mini-Season."
July 16, 2008
Coral Reef National Parks Featured at the International Coral Reef Symposium
National Park Service (NPS)scientists and managers converged on the 11th International Coral Reef Symposium (ICRS) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida from July 7-11 to share their experiences and knowledge of coral reef ecosystem conservation, education and management strategies with more than 3,500 national and international attendees.
July 04, 2008
Join Us For Our Great Annual Fish Count
On Saturday, July 19, Biscayne National Park and the Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF), in cooperation with the Biscayne Underwater Park, Inc. will host the Great Annual Fish Count.
June 08, 2008
Celebrate Fathers Day With Reduced Price Boat Trip
Biscayne National Park and its concessioner would like to invite local families to experience their national park by offering a “Dads Ride Free” boat tour on Father’s Day. Explore the wonders of Biscayne National Park’s natural and cultural history through this 3-hour ranger-guided boat trip on Biscayne Bay.
May 06, 2008
Nature's Mirror Art Exhibition Opens
Oil paintings of reflections are featured in Betsy Kreisberg's solo show at the Dante Fascell Visitor Center.
May 04, 2008
Mangrove Mania Family Fun Fest
The eighth season of Biscayne National Park's popular Family Fun Fest events concludes with a look at the park's mainland forest.
May 02, 2008
Closure to Manage Damaged Reef Sites Announced
Due to the ongoing investigation for the M/Y Natalita III grounding, specific areas located south of Pacific Reef Channel as closed to the public.
April 25, 2008
Centennial Challenge Initiative and Private Grants to benefit Park
The National Park Service (PS) announced today that Biscayne National Park is one of four south Florida’s National Parks and Preserve to receive additional funding for in 2008.
April 02, 2008
Family Fun Fest - Career Fair: 1878
The park's popular Family Fun Fest series continues on April 13, 2008 with a look at some of the important careers that existed in the area 120 years ago.
March 26, 2008
Lecture Highlights Forthcoming Book
Lloyd Miller, author of the forthcoming book Biscayne National Park: It Almost Wasn't, will speak at the Coconut Grove Sailing Club on April 9, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
March 17, 2008
March for Parks
Biscayne National Park and the South Florida Community Partners work to make South Florida's National Parks relevant to hundreds of inner-city youth at this day-long event.
March 04, 2008
Biscayne Bay-bies Family Fun Fest
The third installment of the 2008 Family Fun Fest season highlights Biscayne Bay's role as a nursery for many animals.
February 07, 2008
Keys Kaleidoscope Family Fun Fest
No roads or bridges, no tiki bars or t-shirt shops. Biscayne National Park invites visitors of all ages to explore the sights and sounds of the real Florida Keys at this month’s installment of its popular Family Fun Fest.
January 22, 2008
See Sides Mixed Media Art Exhibit
Fiber Artist Maya Schonenberger's latest works are on display in the Dante Fascell Visitor center Gallery February 8 through May 11.
January 17, 2008
Biscayne Explorer Teacher Workshop
A free teacher workshop on the park's newest educational offering will be held on February 18.
December 27, 2007
Reef Rally Family Fun Fest
Two, four, six, eight: reefs have lots to appreciate! The eighth season of Biscayne National Park's popular Family Fun Fest season kicks off January 13 with Reef Rally!
December 14, 2007
Holiday Hours Announced
Biscayne National Park's Dante Fascell Visitor Center and bookstore will be open from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., while the picnic area and jetty trail will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on December 25th, Christmas Day. The park’s concession operation, including boat trips, canoe rentals, and convenience store sales will be closed. Regular hours will be in effect throughout the rest of the holiday season, including Christmas and New Year's Eve and New Year’s Day.
December 11, 2007
Family Fun Fest 2008 Season
The eighth season of Biscayne National Park's award-winning Family Fun Fest begins on January 13, 2008.
December 03, 2007
National Park America Tour Cleanup Event Scheduled
Calling volunteers of all ages to join the National Parks America Tour and Volunteer Day at Biscayne National Park on Saturday, December 8, 2007.
November 01, 2007
Park Reopens As Tropical Storm Noel Moves East
Biscayne National Park reopens to the public on Friday, November 2, 2007.
October 30, 2007
Park Closes in Preparation for Tropical Storm Noel
As Tropical Storm Noel approaches southeast Florida, Biscayne National Park has instituted a shutdown. Effective 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 30, 2007, all park facilities (including those on Boca Chita, Elliott and Adams Keys) and the mainland area at Convoy Point (9 miles east of Homestead), boat tours, and visitor services are closed to the public. The Park waters will remain open for vessel transit. The closure will remain in effect until further notice.
October 20, 2007
Improved Facilities and Services Result From Increased Camping and Docking Fees
For the first time in 9 years, camping and docking fees will increase at Biscayne National Park this November 15.
October 09, 2007
Smaller Crowds and Fewer Incidents Noted Over Columbus Day Weekend
Enhanced law enforcement efforts and unsettled weather conditions resulted in an estimated 50% fewer boaters on the water over the Columbus Day weekend. This annual event historically attracts 3000-5000 boats with as many as 20,000 participants.
October 02, 2007
Responsible Boating Stressed for Columbus Day Weekend
Park staff stress responsible boating as Columbus Day Weekend crowds are expected to transform the tranquil waters of Biscayne Bay into a heavily trafficked and potentially dangerous waterway.
September 26, 2007
"Biscayne Explorer" Teacher Workshop Planned
Biscayne National Park will be hosting a teacher workshop for its 4th and 5th grade day use education program, "Biscayne Explorer", on Monday, October 8, 2007 from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm.
September 04, 2007
Derelict Traps Removed To Restore Coral Reefs
Resource management staff removed hundreds of abandoned traps or trap pieces and nearly 3 miles of rope, freeing nearly 200 spiny lobsters and stone crabs back into park waters in the process.
August 24, 2007
New Boating Restrictions to Provide For Visitor Safety
Beginning Saturday, September 1, 2007, law enforcement staff will be limiting the number of boats rafted or tied together to no more than 5, with a minimum distance between the rafted or individual vessels of at least 100 feet.
August 23, 2007
Biscayne's Centennial Projects
Eligible for Matching Funding
Biscayne National Park has three projects on the list of 201 proposals certified for matching funds to help "add sparkle to America's crown jewels."
August 05, 2007
Marilyn Brown Photography Exhibit Opens
Florida: A Sense of Wonder features large-format black-and-white photographs by longtime South Florida resident Marilyn Brown.
August 01, 2007
2007 Lobster "Mini-Season" Follow Up
Lobster catch has declined over the past years possibly due to increased number of recreational harvesters.
July 18, 2007
Park Readies for Lobster "Mini-Season"
The annual 2-day spiny lobster sport season takes place on July 25 and 26, and the park is ready for the influx of visitors.
July 03, 2007
Great Annual Fish Count 2007
The Great Annual Fish Count is back, providing an opportunity for divers and snorkelers to take part in important scientific research.
March 16, 2007
National Park Centennial Initiative
Listening Session in South Florida
In preparation for the celebration of the National Park Service's 100th birthday in 2016, Department of the Interior officials are out across the country seeking public input on how the milestone should be commemorated.
March 15, 2007
South Florida's National Parks Unveil Trilingual Junior Ranger Program
Kids in South Florida can now become Junior Rangers in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole!
March 04, 2007
The Rainbow Connection Family Fun Fest
Think Biscayne's all blue? Think again!
February 06, 2007
Family Fun Fest Celebrates National Parks with This Land is Our Land
The second installment of the 2007 Family Fun Fest series looks at some of Biscayne's "sister" parks.
January 03, 2007
Shark! Family Fun Fest
Biscayne National Park kicks off year 7 of its popular Family Fun Fest events with a look at sharks.
January 03, 2007
2007 Discovery Series Lectures
Biscayne National Park will once again sponsor its popular lecture series at the Coconut Grove Sailing Club.
December 15, 2006
Biscayne National Park and REEF
Celebrate Conservation Landmark
The Reef Environmental Education Foundation presented Volunteer diver Lillian Kenney with an award marking REEF's completion of 100,000 fish surveys.
November 21, 2006
National Park Service and NOAA
Agree to Work Together to Protect
Florida Keys Shipwrecks
After nearly 5 years of negotiations, managers at Biscayne National Park and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) that will facilitate the protection of shipwrecks and other submerged cultural resources.
November 15, 2006
Manatee Mutilation
Investigation Continues
Park Rangers continue to cooperate in the investigation of a mutilated manatee found in the park on November 10.
October 15, 2006
Gallery Features the Art of Carey Chen
Renowned marine artist Carey Chen opens a new show at Biscayne National Park's Dante Fascell Visitor Center Gallery on November 3.
October 08, 2006
Accidents Mar Columbus Day Weekend
One dead, several injured in two separate boat accidents on Saturday night. The boats involved were returning from the Columbus Day Weekend gathering off Elliott Key.
October 03, 2006
Exotic Plant Management Plan
The South Florida National Parks are seeking input on a proposed Exotic Plant Management Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Statement.
October 02, 2006
Columbus Day 2006
Traditionally large crowds of boaters are expected in Biscayne National Park over the upcoming Columbus Day Weekend, October 7 - 9, 2006. The National Park Service and other law enforcement agencies will be stepping up efforts to protect park resources and promote visitor safety.
September 18, 2006
Miami Blue Butterflies Reintroduced
Several hundred larvae from the Miami blue butterfly will be released into Biscayne National Park in hopes of bringing this critically imperiled species back from the brink of extinction.
August 28, 2006
Park Closes in Preparation for Hurricane
Park closes in preparation for Hurricane
August 21, 2006
National Park Service Honors Fellow Nonagenarians at 90th Birthday Party
Free boat trips for visitors born in 1916 and cake and punch for all on Sunday, August 27, 2006 to celebrate the National Park Service's 90th birthday.
July 26, 2006
Quattro H2O Art Exhibit
Four ArtSouth artists collaborate on a show of paintings inspired by Biscayne National Park.
June 27, 2006
Great Annual Fish Count
Join Biscayne National Park staff and scientists from the Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) in monitoring fish populations on the park's reefs.
