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The FPSRA mission is supporting the Florida Park Service, while striving to perpetuate the FPS family atmosphere and provide assistance to past and present staff in need.  Our vision is to perpetuate the close family atmosphere of the Florida Park Service. Family is very important to us and we host two large events a year to promote the FPS family. We also have other meetups (Rendevous) and service projects. Below are our upcoming gatherings. Find one (or more) that suits your interest and location and we'll see you there!

Upcoming events

    • February 17, 2027
    • February 24, 2027
    • Collier Seminole State Park


    All campsites have been taken.

    Email Sandy.FPSRA@Gmail.com to request to be put on waiting list.

    More details coming

    • April 09, 2027
    • 5:00 PM
    • April 10, 2027
    • 8:00 AM
    • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park


    More details coming

    Join us for Fun & Fellowship!

    Lake Louisa TrailsThe Florida Park Service Ranger Association will gather at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for our Annual Gathering. We encourage everyone to reach out to folks who haven’t attended a gathering in a while and to reconnect with their FPS family.  Our General Business meeting will discuss the status of the Association and the plans we have for the coming year. 

    The Arnold Kuenzler & Family Auction, started in the 1990s, is named for Arnold, Aggie & Kim who donated countless hand-crafted objects through the years. Hand-crafted objects and collectibles are still donated each year and serve as one of the major fundraisers for the Ranger Association’s James A. Cook Humanitarian Relief Fund which directly benefits past and present FPS staff.  The Auction also serves as great entertainment. Arnold served as our entertaining Auctioneer for many years and the tradition continues with today's Auctioneers generating a lot of laughs. 

    You don’t have to be a member to attend but once you see what good deeds the organization performs you will want to join.

    Overnight Accommodations

    Contact Sandy Cook - Info coming soon.

    Program

    Friday, April 9

    10:00 am - Field trip

    3:00 pm - FPSRA Board Meeting

    6:00 pm - Pot Luck Dinner - Bring a dish to share.  Beverages, plates, and utensils will be provided, however, feel free to bring your non-disposable plates and utensils).

     Saturday, April 10

    9:00 am - Registration & get re-acquainted - Coffee & light breakfast.

    9:30 am - Annual Business Meeting

    12:00 pm - 1:30 pm - Lunch & visiting , (Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions) Silent Auction begins.


    2:00 pm - FPSRA Awards Presentation

    2:30 pm – Silent Auction Ends

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm - Arnold Kuenzler and Family Annual Auction 

    6:00 pm - Dinner (Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions)

    7:00 pm – Catching up with old friends, Campfire, visiting & music

    Additional Event Information

    If you have FPS objects, photos, or documents you would like to share or donate to the FPS Collections facility please bring them along.


    If you need special accommodations or have dietary restrictions or preferences please let us know in advance.

    • September 14, 2027
    • September 21, 2027
    • Gamble Rogers State Recreation Area

    Ranger Rendezvous

    Sept 14 -21, 2027

    Gamble Rogers Memorial

    State Recreation Area

    Campsites will be available 

    SAVE THE DATE


Past events

November 06, 2026 FPS Reunion and Family Fun Day - 2026
October 19, 2026 Service Project - Rainbow Springs
April 10, 2026 2026 Annual Gathering
February 07, 2026 FPSRA Panhandle Reunion
February 03, 2026 Ranger Rendezvous - Exploring the Panhandle Parks
November 07, 2025 FPS Reunion and Family Fun Day - 2025
October 31, 2025 Halloween Ball Fundraiser
October 25, 2025 Clif Maxwell Retirement Party
August 12, 2025 Ranger Rendezvous - Saving & Sharing FPS History
April 04, 2025 2025 Annual Gathering
March 01, 2025 Ranger Rendezvous & Workdays - St. George
February 02, 2025 Service Project: DeLeon Springs State Park
January 14, 2025 Ranger Rendezvous and Work Day - Sebastion
November 08, 2024 FPS Reunion and Family Fun Day - 2024
October 26, 2024 Premier Halloween Ball! – Volunteers Needed!
October 19, 2024 FireFest 2024 – Volunteers Needed!
April 06, 2024 2024 Online Auction
April 05, 2024 2024 ANNUAL GATHERING - 35th FPSRA Anniversary
January 11, 2024 St Joseph Ranger Rendezvous
November 03, 2023 2023 FPS REUNION and FAMILY FUN DAY
August 26, 2023 Big Lagoon Ranger Rendezvous
March 31, 2023 2023 ANNUAL GATHERING
November 04, 2022 2022 FPS REUNION and FAMILY FUN DAY
November 05, 2021 2021 FPS REUNION and FAMILY FUN DAY
April 24, 2021 2021 Online Auction
April 23, 2021 2021 ANNUAL GATHERING
April 03, 2020 2020 ANNUAL GATHERING
November 01, 2019 2019 FPS REUNION and FAMILY FUN DAY
April 05, 2019 2019 - 31st ANNUAL GATHERING
March 09, 2019 Panhandle Recovery Party
November 02, 2018 2018 FPS REUNION and FAMILY FUN DAY
April 06, 2018 2018 ANNUAL GATHERING

Mission - Supporting those who serve Florida State Parks, past and present, by providing financial assistance, cultivating a family atmosphere, and perpetuating a spirit of unity and service. 

Vision - Supporting those who serve Florida's State Parks

Motto - Family, Service, Traditions

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