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School Tours to Florida

The Sunshine State and its many attractions offer educational opportunities that put fun at the center of learning. Students get hooked by the thrill of adventure and then find themselves learning through unique experiences that let their knowledge and talents shine.

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Southern Florida – 5 Days, 4 Nights

Highlights include Hands-On Aquarium Program, Beach Marine Biology Tour, Marine Mammal Care Lab, Dolphin Swim, and Kayaking.

5 days, 4 nights

Southern Florida – 4 Days, 3 Nights

Highlights include Hands-On Aquarium Program, Beach Marine Biology Tour, Dolphin Swim, and Kayak Trip.

4 days, 3 nights

Central Florida – 4 Days, 3 Nights

Highlights include Walt Disney World, Ecology River Trip, Kennedy Space Center, and the Everglades.

Teachers, parents, and students rave about NationsClassroom tours

“The Florida trip was one of the best that I have ever led. The weather was great and the tour was a blend of fun and experiential learning. My staff, students and parents were ‘wowed’ by the dedication and hard work of your staff. St. Augustine was very under rated and the Ocean Discovery Show at Sea World was great. But the highlight for the students had to be the Kennedy Space Center.”

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“I really enjoyed our Disney World tour. I had a great time and learned a lot more than I thought I would. It was great to learn how important my personal brand is on the Disney Y.E.S. program.”

“Talk about bringing classroom lessons to life.Our entire Florida tour was full of hands-on activities and everything that we did was interactive with our students. The opportunity to have lunch with an astronaut at the Kennedy Space Center was amazing for our staff, kids and parents. Once again our Account Manager and On-Tour Support were top notch.”

8th Grade Teacher

“Our tour of Florida was just incredible. To think that our kids were able to swim with dolphins and learn about the ecosystem in the Everglades while having fun is really just so gratifying for me. Thank you for all that you do to make this great experience simple for me and my parents and a life-changing experience for my kids.”

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Study in waterfront serenity or bask in the vibes of downtown St. Petersburg — a smaller campus that boasts all the resources of a large university.

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Go where everybody knows your name! The tight-knit community at our sunny Sarasota campus is growing — and so are its abundant learning opportunities.

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In-person tours are available Monday through Friday and are open to all students. You can also visit the Tampa campus on your own schedule with a self-guided tour.

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In-person tours are available Monday through Friday and are open to all students. You can also visit the St. Petersburg campus on you own schedule with a self-guided tour.

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Have your students learn more about Florida’s capital. They can meet their state rep and engage in civics discussions. Visit FSU, the Capitol and more. Our trips are affordable, quick and easy to plan.

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Motorcoach Arrival at school - Departure for Tallahassee. Florida 

Expected Travel Time:  Up to 5  Hours | Students Bring Bagged Lunches

Expected Arrival; Meet your GO Leader at Florida State Capitol Grass *Upon Arrival- Safety Instructions/ Safety Bracelets/ String Bags* 

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Take a Tour of the Historic Florida State Capitol Building and Museum  Meet & Greet with Representative – *Requested with UCP 

Visit and Explore Florida State University (*Ending at Stadium)

Dinner at FSU dining Hall or

Evening Activity: Bowling and Pizza at Local Bowling Alley – Seminole Bowl

Address: 1940 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32304

Check in to Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Tallahassee East

Address: 1653 Raymond Diehl Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308

Wake-Up Call Provided, Breakfast at Hotel and Load Luggage

Take a Jungle Cruise  in Wakulla Springs (45 Minute Boat Tour with National Park Service)  Boat Rides: 9:40 AM & 10:00 AM

Visit the Tallahassee Museum and Natural Habitat Zoo/Nature Trail

Lunch: Cash Allocation at Chick-Fil-A (Tallahassee) 

Address: 2136 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303

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Florida Biology & Science School Trip

Our tours to Florida can be tailored to place an emphasis on biology or science depending on your thematic requirements and can include diverse visits including the Everglades National Park and the NASA Space Centre, along with famous theme parks such as Universal Studios, and Miami's famous beaches.

School Biology & Science Trip to Florida

A tour to Florida provides the perfect blend of biology and science study with the option to combine your tour with some of the State's most famous theme parks and beaches. Florida is famous for the Everglades National Park, for its population of alligators and manatees and for the wonderful marine life of the Florida Keys.  It is also the home of NASA and a variety of excellent museums dedicated to the pursuit of science. Our tours can be tailored to place emphasis on biology or science depending on your thematic requirements, or can be devised to provide a broad recreational experience encompassing many strands.

Suggested Itinerary

The itinerary featured here is intended to give you inspiration and an idea of what you could do on your tour. Your trip will be created individually by one of our travel advisors to match your requirements and budget.

Flight to Orlando

Flight to Orlando: On arrival you are met by a private coach and transfer to a hotel in the International Drive area. Dinner can be arranged either at the hotel or at a nearby city restaurant, depending on the flight arrival time.

Orlando Science Centre

Orlando Science Centre: This morning you have a 30-minute transfer to the Orlando Science Centre. The centre has four floors of exciting exhibits, amazing giant screen movies and engaging science-based activities. There are hands-on exhibits & planetarium shows, plus giant-screen & 3-D films. They also have an excellent education programme, and we will organize a structured full day learning experience in consultation with you. The programme will be educator-led and will include lunch and a film.

In the evening your private coach will transfer you back to your hotel and dinner will be at a city restaurant.

Full day at the Kennedy Space Centre, home of NASA and the SpaceX Launch Site

Kennedy Space Center: This morning you travel to the Kennedy Space Center on the Florida coast at Cape Canaveral. You visit the permanent indoor exhibits and Rocket Garden where various parts of the Space Programme of the past 50 years are on display. You see the Astronaut Hall of Fame and the Space Shuttle Atlantis.

Launch Pad 39A: If permitted, you may also be able to see the launch pad 39A from where the Saturn V rockets were launched during the Apollo missions which put the first men on the moon. The tour follows the same route as the astronauts would have taken to the launch pad and as you approach the tower you can imagine what being an astronaut must have felt like with the anticipation of the launch. Subject to scheduling, if there is likely to be an opportunity to view a SpaceX launch during the tour, we may be able to adjust your visit accordingly.

In the late afternoon you return to the hotel in Orlando and dinner will be at a city restaurant.

Full Day at Universal Studios

Universal Studios:   In the morning you transfer to Universal Studios, a huge theme park based on famous films and TV shows. There are numerous attractions and rides including many virtual reality experiences. One of the highlights of the Park is probably the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, while others include The Incredible Hulk, Simpson’s Ride, Spider Man and Transformers. You have a full day at Universal Studios and in the afternoon or early evening your private coach will transfer you back to your hotel for dinner.

Morning at Gatorland then travel to Miami

Gatorland: This morning you visit Gatorland where an expert guide will escort you on a tour which introduces you to these fearsome creatures which are native to Florida. There are up-close encounters with baby alligators and periodic shows where the experienced handlers give a ‘hands-on’ feeding show with some of the alligators. There is also other varied wildlife in the park including giant Galapagos Tortoise that are over 100 years old.

Travel to Miami: After lunch we make the 3-hour journey south to Miami. We stay at a hotel in the South Beach area and after dinner can enjoy a walk along Ocean Drive with its iconic art deco buildings. Make sure you stop for a cappuccino at the legendary News Café.

Full Days in the Everglades

The Everglades:  Today you explore the Everglades, a unique area of wetland and lakes and home to a wide range of wildlife, including numerous alligators, for which the region is famous. You are accompanied throughout the day by an experienced naturalist guide and begin with an amazing airboat ride in the marshes and pond apple swamps of the Western Everglades where there are more alligators per acre than anywhere in the world. The air boats reach speeds of over 45 miles per hour! There is also a boat cruise into the Ten Thousand Islands mangrove forest, and a walk through an ancient forest of cypress trees. The day includes lunch in Everglades City.

You return to Miami in the evening and dinner will be at a restaurant local to your hotel.

Florida Keys Marine Lab

Florida Keys Marine Lab: This morning you travel to Key Largo where you visit the Marine Lab, a dedicated educational establishment which introduces students to the wonderful diversity of marine life and the ecology of the region. The programme includes two field trips to the mangroves and to a coral reef. The programme is a full day, commencing at 8.30 am and finishing at 8pm, with lunch and evening meal included. At the conclusion, you return to your hotel in Miami.

Frost Science Museum and Miami Harbour Cruise

Frost Science Museum: Today you visit the new Frost Science Museum, opened in 2017, which incorporates a planetarium, aquarium and interactive science exhibitions. Situated in Museum Park on the Biscayne Bay waterfront, the futuristic modern building provides a state-of-the-art experience and offers a series of interactive exhibits. There is sufficient to see to occupy most of the day.

Miami Harbour Boat Cruise: In the afternoon you go to the harbour at Biscayne Bay and do a 90-minute boat cruise on which you see the sights of Miami from the water, including the homes of many millionaires and celebrities. You then have some free time at the Bayside Market Place, an open-air shopping and restaurant area before transferring to the airport for your homeward flight.

Flight Home:  In the evening you transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

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Madagascar Wildlife & Biology School Trip

Madagascar is a unique destination for the study of biology. Situated in the Indian Ocean, Geologists believe the island separated from mainland Africa around 160 million years ago. This has enabled the lemur and other unique species to evolve unchallenged and today there are over 100 species of lemur found only in Madagascar and nowhere else. 

Costa Rica Wildlife & Biology School Trip

Costa Rica is in so many ways the perfect destination for a school biology tour. Its luxuriant cloud forests provide the perfect habitat for so many unique species and its coasts are rich in marine life including the unique species of sea turtles that come ashore to nest and lay their eggs

South Africa Wildlife & Biology School Trip

South Africa's wildlife parks are famous throughout the world and at the Kruger you can see large populations of lion and elephant as well as the other 'Big Five' of leopard, buffalo and black rhinoceros.  There are also excellent opportunities to see Hippo and Crocodile at St. Lucia and to visit Durban's marine world aquarium.

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UCF is calling . And the best way to get to know us is to visit. Take a tour of our campus — in-person, livestreamed or self-guided — to get a sense of all there is to love about UCF. From our state-of-the-art classrooms to our recreational facilities, 80-acre nature preserve and sporting venues, you’ll discover how much there is to see and do here.

However you choose to experience UCF, we’re ready to make an unforgettable first impression. We can’t wait to meet you and give you a big, warm welcome.

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Weekday campus tours begin at the Duke Energy UCF Welcome Center with a 15-minute information session, followed by a 90-minute walking tour of the campus led by a UCF student ambassador. Campus tours fill up quickly, so sign up today.

Tours of select UCF housing communities are offered by the Department of Housing and Residence Life. Please visit their website to view available dates and times and book a Housing Tour.

Guided group tours of Main Campus are limited to high school groups of 50 or fewer students. If you are a school or a tour provider and would like to bring a group of students to campus, please email us at [email protected] .

Tours of the Rosen College of Hospitality Management campus begin with a 15-minute information session, followed by a 45-minute walking tour of the campus led by a Rosen College student ambassador. You may preview the Rosen College Apartments during your tour. Campus tours are limited in size, so sign up early; walk-ins will be accommodated only on a space-available basis.

UCF Downtown campus tours begin at UnionWest in Creative Village with a 30-minute information session, followed by a 90-minute walking tour of the campus led by a UCF Downtown student ambassador. Campus tours are limited in size, so sign up early.

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Want to explore campus on your own? This tour begins in front of Millican Hall at the Reflecting Pond, and it concludes at the Recreation and Wellness Center. There are 10 stops on the self-guided tour.

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Join the students, faculty and staff of UCF for a daylong open house event. This is your opportunity to learn first-hand about our campus, academic programs, student life, financial aid and much more. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. and activities are scheduled between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. View a sample agenda and check our our FAQs for more information. Registration is required and space is limited, so we encourage you to sign up early.

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Elevate the Educational Experience with First Class School Tours to Orlando

Exploring Orlando Through the Lens of Learning with First Class School Tours

Orlando, Florida, is a destination that sparkles with the magic of imagination and the promise of educational enrichment. First Class School Tours is excited to extend an invitation to educators and students alike to join us on an unparalleled educational journey to this vibrant city. With a special focus on the cultural and historical aspects that resonate with African American heritage, our tours are curated to offer more than just sightseeing — they are a deep dive into a living, learning experience.

Why Orlando is a Top Educational Destination

Orlando, known worldwide for its theme parks and entertainment, also offers a treasure trove of learning opportunities. From the hallowed halls of the Kennedy Space Center to the creative corners of Disney Springs, students can explore a broad spectrum of disciplines. Environmental science comes alive at SeaWorld, while engineering and technology take center stage at Universal Orlando Resort. Each of these experiences aligns with First Class School Tours’ commitment to delivering safe, culturally relevant, and high-quality educational travel.

Tailored Experiences for African American Students

Understanding the importance of representation and relevance, First Class School Tours crafts itineraries that speak to the hearts and minds of African American students. We seek out experiences that highlight achievements and contributions of African Americans in science, the arts, and innovation, ensuring that every stop on the tour is both an adventure and a moment of reflection.

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Safety and comfort are the foundations of our travel philosophy. Students and educators can expect first-class accommodations that provide a restful haven after a day full of discovery. Meals aren’t just a pit stop; they’re part of the experience — including a dinner at the world-renowned Planet Hollywood, where the glamour of the movies sets the stage for culinary delights.

A Learning Experience Beyond the Classroom

Each element of our Orlando tour is designed to support the curriculum and foster personal growth. We bring textbooks to life, turning theories into tangible experiences. These real-world applications solidify classroom learning in a way that a traditional educational environment often can’t match.

Join Us on This Unforgettable Journey

First Class School Tours invites you to be a part of this extraordinary Orlando adventure. Connect with us to learn how we can tailor this experience for your school and help craft memories and lessons that will last a lifetime. This isn’t just a trip; it’s a step into a world of imagination, learning, and personal development.

Embark on a journey where education, culture, and fun intersect. Contact First Class School Tours today and reserve your place for an Orlando experience that promises to be as enriching as it is exhilarating. Let’s inspire our students to learn and grow, one incredible destination at a time.

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Senior Class Trips to Florida

With a nickname like “The Sunshine State,” what better place to visit for senior trip than Florida? Encrusted with miles of white sand beaches and surrounded by warm ocean waters, Florida is a vacationer’s paradise. And, after four years of high school, graduating seniors deserve to take a break and celebrate in style. Florida also boasts numerous theme parks, some of which host special parties just for high school graduates. Whether your new grads want to hit the beach or brave some thrill rides, options abound when it comes to senior trips in Florida.

Senior Trip to Orlando

Though not on the coast, Orlando is senior trip central for those looking to celebrate at one of its many amusement parks. The largest dedicated event is Grad Bash, an exclusive celebration for high school seniors that offers private access to thrilling rides and attractions, live concerts and DJ dance parties. Grad Bash includes access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Of course, Orlando also features Disney World with the Magic Kingdom and Epcot center. Another attraction is SeaWorld Orlando, with its many ocean animals, rides and shows. The newest Orlando theme park is Legoland, which offers entertainment for the entire family.

Senior Trip to Daytona Beach

Obviously the main attraction in Daytona is its beautiful beach, but that is far from all it offers. Along a section of the coast lies the Daytona Beach Boardwalk & Pier, which is a collaboration of establishments featuring rides, amusements and an arcade. Just off the beach is the Daytona Lagoon, a water park with fun activities like miniature golf and go karts. Seniors can also visit the world-famous Daytona Speedway, which features a racing museum and several interactive tours that allows students to experience what it is like to be a NASCAR driver.

Senior Trip to Miami

A diverse city with Caribbean influences, Miami is an increasingly popular destination for senior class trips. Along with tropical weather, Miami boasts 15 miles of sun-soaked beaches. The city has no shortage of nightlife, shopping and incredible eateries. If graduates are looking for adventure, nearby Everglades National Park is a massive wetland ecosystem with abundant wildlife and opportunities for exploration.

Senior Trip to Panama City Beach

Also referred to as just “PCB,” Panama City Beach is a real senior trip hot spot these days. With 27 miles of beaches on the balmy gulf coast, PCB attracts high school seniors from all over looking to celebrate graduation in style. Because PCB has become such a popular destination, there are many concerts, contest and events held at beachside restaurants and clubs that cater to graduates. Panama City Beach also features Gulf World Marine Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark for family-friendly aquatic entertainment.

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ST. AUGUSTINE'S EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIP - An Adventure in History!®

Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine has developed an exciting school tour program that highlights the rich history of the nation’s oldest city and brings your Florida History lessons to life. The program is curriculum based and designed to link field trip experiences with state standards. Each teacher will receive a 16-page activities booklet (in PDF format) that is filled with resource material for classroom and field trip activities, including pre and post trip exercises. This resource booklet, designed by a curriculum specialist, will facilitate in class discussions of your field trip experiences.

“Our popular Discovery Tour brings your students in contact with some of the most important and exciting historical sites and museums in St. Augustine.”

Your Florida History Adventure!

Our popular St. Augustine Field Trip brings students into contact with some of the most important and exciting historical sites and museums in St. Augustine. The tour is designed to link classroom lessons with living history experiences. The program includes a guided tour of the Castillo de San Marcos, and your choice of the following museums: the Authentic Old Jail, the Oldest Store Museum Experience, the Florida History Museum or Potter’s Wax Museum. A trolley tour, narrated by one of our specially trained and certified conductors, will cover over 400 years of history and 100 points of interest. All of your tours are conducted privately for your group. With time for lunch, the educational tour takes about 5 hours. Additional historic sites can be added, as your schedule and budget allow.

St. Augustine Educational Tour Package Includes:

• Narrated Trolley Tour
• Castillo de San Marcos

And Pick 2 of the Following:

• The Old Jail
• The Oldest Store Museum Experience
• Florida Heritage Museum
• Potter’s Wax Museum

These Additional Sites May Be Added to Your Tour:

• Oldest Wooden School House
• Lightner Museum
• Lighthouse and Museum
• Fountain of Youth
• Oldest House Museum
• Villa Zorayda Museum
• Colonial Quarter
• Alligator Farm
• Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!
• Spanish Military Hospital
• Marineland Dolphin Adventure
• Flagler College
• Scenic Cruise
• Pirate & Treasure Museum
• Flagler Memorial Presbyterian Church
• Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
• Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center
• Schooner Freedom

Whether you have hours or days to spend in St. Augustine, we can build a tour package that meets your needs.

Planning At your request, we will advise you of which educational sites, including museums and attractions, are most suitable for your students and your curriculum.

“The organization of our tour as well as the helpful staff at Old Town Trolley Tours made the whole trip seem effortless.” – 4th Grade Teacher

Reservations We realize it is difficult for teachers to take the time out of their busy schedule to make extended telephone calls. Contact one of our friendly educational specialists at your convenience, tell us your needs, and we will develop a custom itinerary for you. We will email or fax you a field trip confirmation and other information so that you can review everything at your convenience.

Teaching Tools Each participating class will receive a 16-page activities book sent via email as a PDF file. Pre and post trip activities provide you with educational materials that also entertain. All materials were created by curriculum specialists and are based on Florida Sunshine Standards.

Bus Parking Free bus parking and public restrooms are available to groups using our services.

Need Lunch? We can provide boxed lunches for your group (Subway, Old City Subs and Five Star Pizza or Chick-Fil-A) or you can pack your own lunch and use our picnic tables on site.

For additional information, Contact: Old Town Trolley’s Educational Tour Specialist Kathy Carlson Email Kathy Carlson (904) 257-8370 Ext. 4 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

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“I was on a school field trip yesterday with my daughter’s class… We had a tour of the city with your driver Lolo and I just wanted to sing her praises! She was an AWESOME tour guide, engaging the students and parents, making the learning interesting and fun and was definitely the highlight of our day. She is truly gifted in what she does and I hope that we get to enjoy her view of St Augustine again sometime!” – W.B., –  Jacksonville, FL 

“Gail gave an outstanding presentation of local sites.” – 8th grade teacher

“We greatly appreciate the smoothness of our trip every year. Your organization, friendliness, and communication are great!” – 4th grade teacher “

All the guides were interesting, informative, and held the students’ attention. It was a wonderful trip!” – 4th grade teacher

“We loved it! Everything was perfect!” – 4th grade teacher

“It was really great. Thanks for taking such good care of our school!”- 4th grade teacher

“Absolutely wonderful experience! It couldn’t have been better.”- 4th grade teacher

“The Old Jail rocks!” – 4th grade teacher

“My favorite thing in St. Augustine was the Old Jail”- 5th grade student

“I could have spent my whole day at your museum and not gotten bored.” – 4th grade student

“Thank you for making our trip the best trip all year long” – 4th grade student

“The museum was a fascinating place to be.” – 4th grade student

“The facts I learned in the museum were amazing!” – 4th grade student

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3 Days Full Days Hotel Accommodations Quad Occupancy (Single or Double Occ. Available) Round Trip Charter Bus from Your School Three Meals Daily Daily Snacks Visits to Above Campuses or Schools of Your Choice Nightly Activities Include Meetings with Advisors/Admissions Professional Chaperone Staff Up to 4 of Your School Chaperones (in 2 rooms)

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The College of Business hosts a 30-minute, in-person tour on Fridays during the fall and spring semesters, starting at 11:00 a.m. Tours are hosted by business student ambassadors who are members of the college's Student Leadership Council . Guests will tour the Rovetta Business Building (RBB) and Rovetta Business Annex (RBA), current home to the College of Business.

Register for a Tour

To provide all guests with the best possible experience, we limit the number of guests for each tour. Pre-registration is requested at least two (2) business days prior to your visit.

The College of Business uses Eventbrite for scheduling tours. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions!

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The College of Business is located in the Rovetta Business Building (RBB) and the Rovetta Business Annex (RBA), which is in the northeast section of Florida State University’s downtown Tallahassee main campus of 463 acres. The college can easily be reached from the Tallahassee Regional Airport (TLH) via taxi or rental car within 15 minutes. It is a 16 minute drive (9.5 miles) by car from I-10 West.

Metered visitor parking is available in the Call Street parking lot or Woodward Avenue parking garage. Both locations are a short distance from the college. Utilizing the Florida State University map , both parking locations as well as the college’s Rovetta Business Building A and Rovetta Business Building B can be located through the search feature.

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HOURS: General Public Tours Fri-Sun – 10am to 4pm

7900 Old Kings Road N. Palm Coast, FL 32137

386-446-7630

School Tours

Group Field Trips: Mon-Fri 10:00 to 5:00 904-824-8874 – Bookings

The Old Florida Museum also known as Fort Menendez is now located in the Florida Ag Museum located Palm Coast, FL. We are just 17 miles South on US1.

We offer the same great programs groups have been experiencing since 1995.

PLEASE NOTE: Old Florida Museum is not open to the general public at this time.

The museum is open and available for field trips year round to any group of 20 or more. Tours are open to tour operators, schools, churches, camps, adult groups, and miscellaneous organizations.

We offer several unique “HANDS-ON” programs designed to be entertaining as well as educational.

Guests will experience life in Florida through the struggles and successes of its prehistoric people to today’s challenges in agriculture. You can experience several distinct time periods of Florida’s history and all our programs follow the Sunshine State Standards.

Each program runs for 45 minutes except the Agricultural Tour* which is 90 minutes.

Groups may choose to spend an hour or the day and can include one or all the programs based on time restraints and budget.

During the programs, a costumed guide shares an interactive perspective of the program’s time period. Programs could include a tractor pulled ride, take-home projects, interactive activity stations and up-close encounters with some of our delightful farm animals.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS:

Click each title for more information about that program:

• *Florida Agricultural Tour
• Timucua Indian Program
• Spanish Colonial Program
• Dirt Detectives Program (Archaeology)
• Ship & Sailor Program
• Homestead Program
• School House Program
• Freedom Seekers (Black History)

Reservations are required in advance for all educational field trips.

For more information about these programs, availability and cost, please contact us at 904-824-8874 or [email protected]

HOME SCHOOLERS

For over 20 years, Old Florida Museum has been catering field trip to dedicated Home Schoolers. We offer these exclusive programs twice a year. CLICK HERE for more information on our Home School Experience.

PICNIC AREAS

We have a beautiful tree covered “Corral” picnic area. This area can accommodate large groups and is available for any group participating in a field trip at the museum. This area is by reservation only and based upon availability.

Please note that meals are not provided by OFM or are we responsible for lunch deliveries.

A list of restaurants that deliver hot or cold meals to our location is available upon request.

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Miles Russell, 15, ready for TOUR-sanctioned debut at LECOM Suncoast Classic

Miles Russell practices for his PGA TOUR-sanctioned debut at the LECOM Suncoast Classic. (Alex Sturgill/PGA TOUR)

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LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla. – Miles Russell is too young for a driver’s license, but he outdrove his playing partners with ease Tuesday at the LECOM Suncoast Classic.

Russell, the world’s top-ranked junior golfer, will make his PGA TOUR-sanctioned debut this week on a sponsor exemption, roughly a four-hour drive from his hometown of Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

Russell, 15, is a high-school freshman who began online schooling in eighth grade. The smooth-swinging left-hander got ahead on coursework in recent days (classes include geometry, Earth science, world history and geography) so he can focus on competing at Lakewood National Golf Club’s Commander course. This isn’t a ceremonial start, as Russell has displayed high-end talent and skill across a schedule of big-time junior golf events. He surpassed Tiger Woods last fall as the youngest AJGA Boys Junior Player of the Year, and he nearly Monday qualified for the PGA TOUR’s Puerto Rico Open last month – falling in a playoff for the final spot.

A junior star’s first TOUR-sanctioned start becomes a time capsule in future years. Jordan Spieth finished T16 at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson in 2010 (at age 16), and a 17-year-old Scottie Scheffler finished T22 at the same event four years later. Both, like Russell, are past AJGA Players of the Year and made their TOUR-sanctioned debut in their home state. The youthful energy radiates across time, and Russell looks forward to a similar experience this week in Florida.

“I don’t know what to expect, but I’d love to make the cut and who knows, maybe have a good weekend and see where it puts me,” Russell said Tuesday.

Russell was introduced to golf at age 2 by his dad and grandpa, “whacking it around the house … and it’s been history ever since,” he said. “Took me out to the course and went through a bucket of balls in 3 minutes, and it was just fun.”

Russell played baseball and soccer in his formative years, but he eased those sports back to focus on golf – he still enjoys some pickleball and tennis at times, but golf is his purest sporting love. He first attended THE PLAYERS Championship at age 2 (TPC Sawgrass is just 10 minutes from home) and said he’s attended that event as a fan each year since.

Junior PLAYERS champion Miles Russell poses with Nick Dunlap during the first timers press conference prior to THE PLAYERS Championship 2024. (Ben Jared/PGA TOUR)

“I’ve always wanted to be able to do it," Russell said of eventually pursuing professional golf. "To have the chance to do it would be even cooler, and then to be able to do it would be awesome. I think it would just be cool to do something I love, and there’s not much more I love than this.”

His resume suggests he’s poised to do just that.

Russell was named the 2023 AJGA Player of the Year on Nov. 2 (a day after turning 15) in a year that included winning the Junior PGA Championship (by seven strokes), Junior PLAYERS Championship (carding a second-round 66 at TPC Sawgrass’ PLAYERS Stadium Course, en route to becoming the event’s youngest winner) and representing the United States at the Junior Ryder Cup.

Russell has worked with instructor Ramon Bescansa, whom he describes as both a swing coach and a skills coach, since age 6 or 7. Bescansa, a former Korn Ferry Tour member, will caddie for his student in his Korn Ferry Tour debut.

When asked about TOUR player comparisons that come to mind, Bescansa mentioned reigning Open champion Brian Harman, noting their elite hands, short game and intuition.

“He was already incredible when I first started working with him,” Bescansa said of Russell. “He had a golf IQ that’s not normal for such a young age. It’s been so much fun. I was able to not only help him with his swing, but teaching him how to play golf, play all the shots; he already had a huge understanding and he was like a sponge, a lot of teaching was done with him and a club, and try to do it.”

Russell says he’s more of a feel player than technical, and his instructor concurs. Bescansa said a large part of their work relates to tempo and being synced up. That will become especially paramount as Russell’s body continues to change.

“He’s only 15 and he’s still growing; every time I see him, he’s hitting it farther,” said Bescansa, noting that Russell has reached 112-113 mph of swing speed (which will likely increase in future years).

Russell made waves in the professional golf sphere by narrowly missing at Puerto Rico Open’s Monday qualifier, as he made bogey at No. 18 before falling in a 4-for-1 playoff won by Korn Ferry Tour member Evan Harmeling. (Harmeling proceeded to top-10 in Puerto Rico, his first TOUR start, to earn a spot in the Valspar Championship.)

In a twist, Russell and Harmeling often compete in chipping competitions around their hometown Atlantic Beach Country Club – Russell also often tests his skills against TOUR pros Vince Covello, Raul Pereda, Russell Knox, Philip Knowles and others. Being around professional golfers has accelerated Russell’s development into a world-class junior player, concurred Russell and his instructor, befitting of Russell’s “sponge” ethos.

That was also the case Tuesday, when Russell played an 18-hole practice round with veteran pros Roberto Diaz, Sam Saunders and Rob Oppenheim – who finished runner-up at the Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Country Club earlier this month. (After being informed that Russell was the No. 1-ranked junior, Oppenheim quipped that if he wasn’t No. 1, that could foreshadow trouble for veteran pros at large.) Those three have combined for 907 starts between the PGA TOUR and Korn Ferry Tour.

Miles Russell with his playing partners Tuesday at LECOM Suncoast Classic. From L-R: Sam Saunders, Roberto Diaz, Russell and Rob Oppenheim. (Elise Tallent/PGA TOUR)

Russell might embody the game’s future, but his veteran playing partners didn’t shy away from offering instruction in the present. On the par-4 11th tee, the group discussed how the hole might play in certain wind directions and various angles to consider on the short par 4 that could become drivable on a downwind day. As they strode up the fairway, Diaz shared nuances and a perspective accrued through a 15-year pro career.

“These guys have been great,” Russell said. “Certainly watching what they’ve doing; asked them some questions … they’ve kind of been showing me some secrets.”

Russell also spent some time at THE PLAYERS last month with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, whom he said “was such a nice guy and such a great guy.” Scheffler famously debuted at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson in 2014, finishing T22 with his sister Callie on the bag – and making a hole-in-one in the third round.

“Scheffler sounded like a PGA TOUR veteran Sunday, analyzing his experience and making a mental checklist of everything he wants to fix,” wrote ESPN at the time.

Russell too sounded like a veteran Tuesday discussing his week ahead, his quiet confidence backed up by his laundry list of accomplishments. The No. 1 junior wasn’t in the business of making bold proclamations, but he projected a sense of expectation to compete this week. When asked about highlight golf moments so far, he mentioned the Junior Ryder Cup and holing out on the 72nd hole at the Junior PGA Championship, but also …

“Maybe we’ll make one this week,” he said after completing Tuesday’s practice round, as he headed to the range for some further work. “Who knows?”

Kevin Prise is an associate editor for the PGA TOUR. He is on a lifelong quest to break 80 on a course that exceeds 6,000 yards and to see the Buffalo Bills win a Super Bowl. Follow Kevin Prise on Twitter .

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Fifteen-year-old Finishes Tied for 20th at Korn Ferry Tour Event in Florida

Miles Russell became the youngest player in the Tour's history to make a cut, then shot a final-round 66 to earn a spot in next week's event.

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Getting to play in a professional event as a freshman in high school was a nice perk for Miles Russell. Now he is likely to to extend the experience by a week.

Russell, 15, who became the youngest player to make a cut in a Korn Ferry Tour event, shot a final-round 66 on Sunday at the LECOM Suncoast Classic in Bradenton, Fla., to shoot up the leaderboard and eventually finish in a tie for 20th place at 14 under par.

A player who finishes among the top 25 in a Korn Ferry event is eligible to play the following week.

With a bogey at the 18th hole at Lakewood National, Russell was tied for 15th when he finished his round.

Playing on a sponsor’s exemption, Russell had hoped to accomplish his stated goal of finishing among the top 25. He shot rounds of 66-66 to make the cut then had a 70 on Saturday before his final-round score enabled him to qualify for the Veritex Bank Championship in Arlington, Texas.

Last year, Russell broke a record held by Tiger Woods when he was youngest player to be named American Junior Golf Association player of the year. He lives in Jacksonville Beach, Fla.

Phil Mickelson praised his fellow lefty on X (formerly Twitter) for “playing such incredible golf.”

Miles Russell, a 15 year old left handed golfer made the cut in this week’s Korn Ferry event. This is an amazing accomplishment. It’s great to see a young lefty playing such incredible golf. 👍👍 — Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson) April 21, 2024

Earlier in the week, Russell told reporters that he had been given a sponsor’s exemption to play in the PGA Tour’s Butterfield Bermuda Championship in November.

“I knew it was going to be a good test to see where I am against some of the best,” Russell said after making the cut. “It’s definitely something I’ll remember even when times get hard. I’ll remember it when that happens and go with the flow.”

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The big story: Even as Florida’s population grows, enrollment in some of the state’s largest public school systems has been shrinking.

Families have taken advantage of options including charter schools, private education vouchers and homeschooling, which the state has made easier than ever to use.

The upshot has been a push to shutter schools that have become underused. Leaders in Broward and Duval counties are considering such options, and have faced loud community outcry from parents and students who don’t want to lose their neighborhood campuses.

Hillsborough County is farther along in its process. It’s preparing to close five schools in the fall.

Already officials have contacted families to update them on the next steps. The response has been fairly muted. Read more here .

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Student discipline: The Brevard County School Board revamped its discipline policies and procedures, saying student behavior was out of control. The number of discipline cases has gone up since , Florida Today reports.

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Top educators: Atlantic Coast High School principal Michael George was named Florida Principal of the Year , WJAX reports. • Palatka Junior-Senior High assistant principal Michael Chaires was named Florida Assistant Principal of the Year , the Palatka Daily News reports.

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15-year-old Miles Russell makes Korn Ferry Tour history with unreal record

Miles Russell, a freshman in high school who hails from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, made history on the Korn Ferry Tour.

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Miles Russell started playing golf at two years old and first broke par at the age of six.

Nine years after shooting under par for the first time, Russell made the cut in a Korn Ferry Tour event, becoming the youngest player ever to do so.

“That’s pretty cool, I did not know that,” Russell said after making the cut at the LECOM Suncoast Classic.

“That’s a cool [record] to have.”

Russell shot a 3-under 68 in the opening round and carded a 5-under 66 during Friday’s second round—a round that featured a pair of eagles on the opening nine.

“I’m kind of speechless. The goal was to make the cut, and we made it, so we’ll see where the weekend goes,” Russell added.

“It’s a cool record to break. People are getting so good, so young. It could hold out for a week. You never know, but it’s pretty cool right now.”

Only one other player under the age of 16 has ever made the cut in a PGA Tour-sanctioned event. At the 2013 Masters Tournament , Guan Tian Liang of China—at 14 years old—made it to the weekend. He also made the cut at the 2013 Zurich Classic of New Orleans.

Nevertheless, Russell surpassed the Korn Ferry Tour record set by Gipper Finau— Tony Finau’s brother—at the 2006 Utah Championship. At the time, Finau was 16 years old.

Now, Russell—the number one ranked player within the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA)—has had a tremendous opportunity to see how his game compares to that of professionals.

“I knew it was going to be a good test to see where I am against some of the best,” Russell said.

“It’s definitely something I’ll remember, even when times get hard. I’ll remember it when that happens and go with the flow.”

So far, Russell has passed the test with flying colors. Despite his young age, he looks the part of a future star.

His calm demeanor is just another reason why Russell has had so much success in Florida this week.

“Kind of keep trying to do what I’ve been doing,” Russell said Friday.

“I don’t know what the weather looks like in the next few days, but I think it’s pretty much the same. I mean, have a day like today, maybe make a few fewer mistakes, and see how it goes.”

With Russell making the cut, he has his sights set on another goal: finishing in the top 25. That could lead to another opportunity on the Korn Ferry Tour next week at the Veritex Bank Championship in Texas, but Russell is not getting ahead of himself too much—just like a seasoned pro.

Still, further opportunities will surely present themselves to this budding young star.

Jack Milko is a golf staff writer for SB Nation’s Playing Through. Be sure to check out @_PlayingThrough for more golf coverage. You can follow him on Twitter @jack_milko as well.

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