I think that Dog Folks is assuming that all Florida State Parks have the same policies as those in South Florida, the Keys, and with beach access. Not all parks have a waiting list of volunteers. Last winter there was a host vacancy in a park we stayed in and a couple from MA volunteered on the spot and were accepted. Not all require 40 hours either. Dog Folks mentioned "special skills", these can get you a place very quickly. If you really want to stay in a Florida State Park for free, look over the websites of the various parks. Find one north of Ocala and e-mail the Park Manager directly. If you have special skills (carpentry, electrician, plumber, artist, writer, expertise in some subject, etc.) let him/her know. You may not hear from them, but who knows, you may find an adventure. lizzie