Update on Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
During the temporary closure of the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park due to COVID-19, park staff have been able to complete important projects. Read More
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
Feb. 15 Guided Bird Walk
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in cooperation with Citrus County Audubon Society, will host a bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail on Saturday,… Read More
Indoor Art Show at Wildlife Park Feb. 8
The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park and Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park will host an art and craft show and sale on… Read More
Walk on the Wild Side Jan. 1
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park invites everyone to come out and start off your year on the WILD SIDE! Visitors of all ages will… Read More
Wildlife Park Plans Celebration of Lights
Lights, decorations, music, and more create a perfect holiday wonderland Wildlife Park Plans Celebration of Lights One of Citrus County’s favorite holiday traditions, Ellie… Read More
Spooktacular Haunted Tram Ride Event at Wildlife Park October 25-26
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park are hosting their annual Haunted Tram Rides event to spook,… Read More
Learn about Native Americans of the Nature Coast
In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, please join Nigel Rudolph, an archaeologist with the Florida Public Archaeology Network, in a presentation and discussion about the… Read More
Learn to Appreciate Vultures at the Wildlife Park
Soaring high on thermal winds like a superhero, outstretched wings of sooty black plumage are silhouetted against a cornflower sky, drifting effortlessly for hours on… Read More
Rescued Bear Cub to Live in Homosassa
The Ellie Schiller Homosassa Wildlife State Park is part of a cooperative effort between the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and state-wide bear rehabilitation facilities. Read More
Wildlife Park welcomes Bear Cub
A bundle of ebony fur, Maximus bounds into his life as the newest permanent resident at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park in Homosassa,… Read More
Special Program about Indigo Snakes July 16
Visit Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park on World Snake Day to learn about and gain a greater appreciation for one of North America’s largest snakes,… Read More
Learn about Homosassa Springs Underwater Observatory May 23
A unique program offering! Assistant Park Manager Zach Phifer will present a special program on the Underwater Observatory. Learn about the structure’s history,… Read More
Wetlands and Wildflowers Bloom into Focus at the Wildlife Park
As a warm summer breeze moves across a vast wet prairie, the dainty pink blooms of false foxglove dancing among wiry wisps of longleaved threeawn… Read More
Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park to give Visitors Mother’s Day Flowers
In honor of Mother’s day, the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park will give away carnations to visitors on Sunday, May 12, 2019, while supplies… Read More
Wildlife Park announces Enrichment Day II on May 11, 2019
Guest Article by Dave Brown, Volunteer at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park Because of the rousing success of the first Enrichment Day held in February,… Read More
Shell-abrating Gopher Tortoise Day at the Wildlife Park
Emerging from her burrow, a gopher tortoise saunters to a sandy patch of ground being warmed by the morning sun, the perfect site to bask… Read More
All Birders welcome at Homosassa Springs Bird Walk March 30
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in cooperation with Citrus County Audubon Society, will host a bird walk on Pepper Creek Trail on Saturday,… Read More
State Park Celebrates Manatee Appreciation Day
STATE PARK CELEBRATES MANATEE APPRECIATION DAY While Park Rangers and volunteers at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park appreciate manatees all year, on… Read More
Extra Wild Panther Program at the Wildlife Park March 14
Learn about the endangered Florida Panther and have a chance at experiencing a training session The Wildlife Care team at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife… Read More
Uniquely Florida: The Florida Panther
The Wildlife Care team at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park invites you to join them for an extra wild Florida Panther Program at 2:30 p.m. Read More
Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park hosts “Reading with a Ranger” March 2
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in cooperation with the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, will host “Reading With A Ranger” on Saturday,… Read More
February 23 Guided Bird Walk at Wildlife Park
Experienced and novice birders are welcome Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in cooperation with Citrus County Audubon Society, will host a bird walk… Read More
Spring Watercolor Art Show at Wildlife Park February 16-17
The Citrus Watercolor Society will be holding its Spring Art in the Wildlife Park Show and Sale in the Visitor Center at the Homosassa Springs… Read More
Create Valentines for Wildlife Park’s otter, Valentine on February 14
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park invites kids and adults of all ages to make valentines for Valentine, our resident park otter, on Valentine’s Day. Embrace… Read More
Wildlife Park to hold Enrichment Day event February 18
Learn about how Animal Enrichment helps the Park’s residents Guest article by Dave Brown, Volunteer at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs… Read More
Celebrate Lu the Hippo’s 59 Birthday at the Wildlife Park January 28
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, will host a special celebration for Lu the Hippopotamus’ 59th birthday on… Read More
Art and Craft Show at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park February 9, 2019
The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park and Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park will host an art and craft show on Saturday, February… Read More
Wildlife Park Community Program explains Prescribed Fire January 31
Community program educates about the purpose and benefit of prescribed fire The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, will… Read More
Guided Bird Walk January 26 at the Wildlife Park
Experienced and novice birders are welcome The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, in cooperation with Citrus County Audubon… Read More
Shaped by Fire: Prescribed Burning Benefits Ecosystem Restoration
Black plumes of smoke bellow up from beneath distant pine trees, sending silvery bits of ash fluttering down from a crisp blue sky. After several… Read More