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Discover Florida

Please note that Discover FL is for current students only and one registration is allowed per student ID per trip. All event dates, times, locations, and prices are subject to change. Trips generally become available for sign-up 3 weeks before date of the trip at 12pm (noon), reminders are posted on Instagram @FSCCSI.

In-Person

Swim with Manatees

Swim with Manatees

Jan 26

Join us for a three-hour swimming experience with manatees in the federally protected waters of Florida’s Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, often referred to as the "manatee capital of the world." This title is due to the record number of wintering manatees and the year-round manatee population in the area.

Location: 545 N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428

This event is available only to current FSC students.

In-Person

Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park

Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park

Cosmic Night Climb

Feb 15

Discover the thrill and challenge of Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park, nestled in a beautiful old Florida forest. Tree Hoppers features 10 courses, with over 100 unique elements, including bridges, ladders, and zip lines. These elements create a series of climbing adventures that guide you through the trees.

Location: Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park, 27839 St Joe Rd, Dade City, FL 33525

This event is available only to current FSC students.

In-Person

Learn to Surf with EZride Surf School

Learn to Surf with EZride Surf School

Mar 5

Join us for a private chartered fishing trip with Hubbard’s Marina, recognized by USA Today as one of the 10 best fishing charters of 2024. Our excursion lasts five hours and takes place in waters 5 to 15 miles off the coast. You can expect to catch snapper, grouper, porgies, black seabass, kingfish, and mackerel. Everything needed for this trip will be provided for you including rod, reel, bait, and tackle.

Location: 170 Johns Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

This event is available only to current FSC students.

In-Person

Deep Sea Fishing with Hubbard’s Marina

Deep Sea Fishing with Hubbard’s Marina

Apr 6

Join us for a private chartered fishing trip with Hubbard’s Marina, recognized by USA Today as one of the 10 best fishing charters of 2024. Our excursion lasts five hours and takes place in waters 5 to 15 miles off the coast. You can expect to catch snapper, grouper, porgies, black seabass, kingfish, and mackerel. Everything needed for this trip will be provided for you including rod, reel, bait, and tackle.

Location: 170 Johns Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

This event is available only to current FSC students.

In-Person

Swim with Manatees

Swim with Manatees

Jan 26

Join us for a three-hour swimming experience with manatees in the federally protected waters of Florida’s Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, often referred to as the "manatee capital of the world." This title is due to the record number of wintering manatees and the year-round manatee population in the area.

Location: 545 N Citrus Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428

This event is available only to current FSC students.

In-Person

Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park

Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park

Cosmic Night Climb

Feb 15

Discover the thrill and challenge of Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park, nestled in a beautiful old Florida forest. Tree Hoppers features 10 courses, with over 100 unique elements, including bridges, ladders, and zip lines. These elements create a series of climbing adventures that guide you through the trees.

Location: Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park, 27839 St Joe Rd, Dade City, FL 33525

This event is available only to current FSC students.

In-Person

Learn to Surf with EZride Surf School

Learn to Surf with EZride Surf School

Mar 5

Join us for a private chartered fishing trip with Hubbard’s Marina, recognized by USA Today as one of the 10 best fishing charters of 2024. Our excursion lasts five hours and takes place in waters 5 to 15 miles off the coast. You can expect to catch snapper, grouper, porgies, black seabass, kingfish, and mackerel. Everything needed for this trip will be provided for you including rod, reel, bait, and tackle.

Location: 170 Johns Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

This event is available only to current FSC students.

In-Person

Deep Sea Fishing with Hubbard’s Marina

Deep Sea Fishing with Hubbard’s Marina

Apr 6

Join us for a private chartered fishing trip with Hubbard’s Marina, recognized by USA Today as one of the 10 best fishing charters of 2024. Our excursion lasts five hours and takes place in waters 5 to 15 miles off the coast. You can expect to catch snapper, grouper, porgies, black seabass, kingfish, and mackerel. Everything needed for this trip will be provided for you including rod, reel, bait, and tackle.

Location: 170 Johns Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

This event is available only to current FSC students.

Local Events & Attractions

20 Miles or Less

  • Circle B Bar Reserve (Winter Haven)
  • First Fridays (Downtown Lakeland)
    First Friday every month
    Free
  • Food Truck Rally (Downtown Lakeland)
    Second Thursday every month
  • FSC Waterfront Kayaking (On Campus)
  • Hollis Wellness Center Equipment Rental (On Campus)
  • Legoland (Winter Haven)
  • Mayfaire by the Lake (Downtown Lakeland)
    Mother’s Day Weekend For details, visit the AGB Museum of Art
  • Pigfest (Lakeland)
  • Sun ’n Fun (Lakeland)

40 Miles or Less

  • Adventure Island (Tampa)
  • Alafia River State Park (Lithia)
  • Busch Gardens (Tampa)
  • The Florida Aquarium (Tampa)
  • I-Drive 360 (Orlando)
  • Museum of Science and Industry (Tampa)
  • Walt Disney World (Orlando)

50 Miles or Less

  • Manatee Viewing Center (Apollo Beach)
  • Universal Orlando (Orlando)
  • Wet ‘n Wild (Orlando)

70 Miles or Less

  • Clearwater Beach (Clearwater)
  • The Dali Museum (St. Petersburg)
  • Fort de Soto Park (St. Petersburg)
  • Madeira Beach (Madeira)

Questions? Contact

Ryan Prince Ryan Prince

Assistant Director of Student Involvement

 863.680.4568