St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation’s most charming. Whether you’re a longtime resident or visiting the area for the first time, we’ve gathered all the resources you need to find where to stay, what to do and other community information about our unique little village.
Join us for Walk on The Wild Side at Anastasia State Park - a fun and educational hike with a knowledgeable volunteer! Discover an assortment of flora and fuana found in the park's coastal ecosystems. Increase your knowledge and history of the park and the surrounding area. Date | Time Wednesday, March 6, 2024 -- 10:00am-12:00pm [...]
Join GTM Research Reserve for the Marineland River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk from 9:00am-11:00am. Meet an interpretive guide at the River to Sea Pavilion; then follow the wooded trail to the Matanzas River at the River-to-Sea Preserve. Learn about Florida's moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs and Native American customs. That includes how they used various [...]
Spring is coming and what better time to head to Fort Matanzas for the Bird Walks and Classes being offered. Free of charge! With the warm weather comes spring migration. During the bird walks and classes, you'll meet a variety of birds that call Fort Matanzas home. And, sharpen your birding skills as well. No [...]
Join Will from SJC Parks & Rec on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 9:30am-12:30pm for a Guided Hike of Nocatee Preserve. Approximately 3 miles long, explore the trails learning about the wildlife and key plant species along the way. For ages 10 and up. Click the event website link to register.
Looking for a new 5K to participate in? Then check out the Dash to the Dogs 5K in Elkton on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Presented by Rhythm and Ribs through The Rotary Club of St. Augustine Sunrise. Start time: 8:30am Begin and End in Armstrong Park, running over part of the beautiful Palatka Bike Trail. [...]
Join the St. Augustine Sunrise Rotary Club at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 23, 2024 for Pup-A-Pawlooza - 9:00am-5:00pm. Fun for the entire family! A "dog show" with competitions, live music, food trucks, vendors, and prizes for the dogs. Pet Camp provides interactive activities in the arena. Such as ... Dog Agility [...]
Come meet the birds on a Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park. Observe a diverse variety of shore birds, seabirds, and wading birds. Proudly part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all birding levels. Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars, water, comfortable [...]
Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve. Find out about the peninsula's 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples used estuarine [...]
Head to Fort Matanzas on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 -- 9:30am-1:30pm -- for Birding by Boat. This unique way to view our feathered friends by water is a special National Park Week offering. Fort Matanzas is a stop on the Great Florida Birding Trail. As such, it protects a number of ecosystems including beaches, dunes, [...]
Florida's Birding & Photo Fest 2024 is April 24-28 at Celebration Hall - St. Anastasia Catholic Church. More than 110 photography and birding events ... engaging lectures and fun events. Field workshops |classroom seminars. World-class photographers as well as new professionals and instructors will offer technical training opportunities along with more birding in-field programs than [...]
