News Release Date: January 12, 2017
Contact: Matt Johnson, 786-335-3679
HOMESTEAD, Fla. --- Park After Dark programs featuring ranger guided boat tours on scenic Biscayne Bay and a concert by singer/songwriter Grant Livingston take place from January 21 until April 15, 2017, at Biscayne National Park. Each family friendly program includes free s'mores and campfire. Telescopes will be available to view the night skies. The programs begin on the grounds of the Dante Fascell Visitor Center at 6 p.m. and run until 9 p.m. The boat tours are $15 per person and the music concert is free.
- January 21, March 18, and April 15, 2017 - Evening Cruises on the Bay programs feature one hour and fifteen minute long ranger guided cruises on scenic Biscayne Bay. Trips depart at 6 and 7:30 p.m. each day. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 786-335-3644. The cruises cost $15 per person and are weather dependent.
- February 18, 2017 – Free music performance from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. featuring singer/songwriter Grant Livingston "South Florida's Historian in Song." Livingston’s music takes inspiration from ragtime, country, blues and swing, and his stories-in-song include characters from South Florida history woven into the poignant and funny lyrics. Bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the free music, campfire and s'mores in a beautiful setting.
In addition to the scenic boat trips and music, the Dante Fascell Visitor Center and grounds will remain open for exploration until 9 p.m. The Dante Fascell Visitor Center is located at 9700 SW 328 Street, nine miles east of Homestead, Florida.
For more information about Biscayne National Park visit
nps.gov/bisc or follow the park on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram at “biscaynenps.”
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