OCALA, Fla. (May 29, 2024) – City of Ocala Recreation and Parks was recognized by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission as an Outstanding Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN) Partner for 2023. Three of the City’s parks were given this honor due to the success of creating spaces where the next generation learns to care about conservation through education and programming.

• Fort King National Historic Landmark
• Tuscawilla Park
• Heritage Nature Conservancy

The FYCCN aims to uphold Florida’s outdoor heritage by educating and empowering Florida’s youth and educators with outdoor knowledge and conservation concepts. FYCCN partners with over 360 community centers, museums, zoos, clubs, parks, nature centers and other public and private institutions around the state to help Florida families find great facilities nearby with quality education and programs. For more information on FYCCN and a list of partners, check out their website.

For more information, please call the City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department at 352-368-5517.