OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Families visiting Silver Springs State Park got an extra surprise today when Miss Florida, Casana Fink, stopped by for a day full of fun, photos, and Florida sunshine.

Wearing her signature crown and sash, she was all smiles as she greeted kids, posed for photos, and chatted with guests throughout the park.

Miss Florida and guests seated around the viewing window of a glass-bottom boat looking into the spring water.
Miss Florida standing with a man in a captain's uniform and a young woman in white.
Miss Florida posing with two guests in front of the glass-bottom boat boarding area at Silver Springs.
Miss Florida and the boat captain smiling and laughing at the helm of a glass-bottom boat.
Miss Florida Casana Fink enjoyed a day at Silver Springs State Park, where she toured the springs aboard a glass-bottom boat, met with park guests, and posed for photos with Miss Ocala Caroline Schapansky and visitors from across the community. Courtesy: Alan Youngblood/352today

From playful moments with toddlers to heartfelt conversations with parents, her visit added an extra layer of excitement to an already beautiful day at one of Marion County’s most iconic spots.

Miss Florida speaking with children and families inside the welcome center at Silver Springs.
Miss Florida sitting on a bench holding a baby and smiling with a toddler beside her.
Miss Florida talking with a group of children indoors at Silver Springs.
Miss Florida Casana Fink spent time connecting with families and children during her visit to Silver Springs State Park, sharing smiles, stories, and plenty of photo ops along the way. Courtesy: Alan Youngblood/352today

The highlight? A ride on the legendary glass-bottom boat, where she laughed with the captain, took a turn at the helm (with a captain’s hat to match), and marveled at the crystal-clear springs below.

Miss Florida holding a certificate while standing with two men near the water.
Miss Florida and a man holding up a blue Silver Springs t-shirt near the dock.
Miss Florida smiling and holding her crown while interacting with people taking photos.
Miss Florida smiling while walking up the dock ramp in a captain’s hat near Silver Springs tour boats.
Miss Florida wearing a captain’s hat and smiling while holding a phone on a boat.
Miss Florida standing outdoors smiling and talking with visitors at Silver Springs.
During her visit to Silver Springs State Park, Miss Florida Casana Fink was named an honorary member of the Silver Springs Professional Dive Team, greeted park guests, and posed for photos throughout the day. Courtesy: Alan Youngblood/352today

Along the way, park staff presented her with a commemorative t-shirt and a framed certificate making her an honorary member of the Silver Springs Professional Dive Team.

Her visit wasn’t just about photos and fanfare—it was a celebration of community, natural beauty, and the kind of feel-good moments that make summer in Florida so special.

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