Winter Solstice Celebration

Visitors can watch the Winter Solstice at Washington Oaks Gardens. This hour long, annual event marks the onset of winter when the sun is at its southernmost point in the sky causing the least amount of daylight.Hear insights from park specialists on the winter solstice and take in a spectacular view of the natural beauty of the winter solstice!Park Services Specialist Joseph Woodbury will share his unique knowledge of the myths and legends that center on the winter solstice and help visitors track the movement of the sun throughout the year.Winter solstice celebrations are traced back through centuries of human history. The tradition began when people feared the sun would not return to the sky and decided they needed to keep watch. Chairs will be provided for visitors who wish to sit down and watch the solstice.Admission: Regular park entrance fees apply: $5 per vehicle up to eight people, $4 for a single occupant.Where? Washington Oaks Gardens State Park located at 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd. Palm Coast, FL 32137When? Saturday, December 21, 2013 from 7 am 8 am

For more information on the even or on Washington Oaks Gardens State Park please call (386) 446-6780 or visit http://www.floridastateparks.org/washingtonoaks/ .

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park is a Florida State Park located near Palm Coast, Florida, along A1A. The park is most famous for its formal gardens, but it also preserves the original habitat of a northeast Florida barrier island.