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.
Sing Out Loud Festival and Live Wildly Foundation proudly present "Path of the Panther" ... a free, public screening! The acclaimed documentary chronicles the fight to protect the Florida panther from encroaching development. A panel of local policy leaders and conservationists will be on hand after the film for Q&A. They include Speaker of the [...]
It's time once again to join volunteers from around the globe for International Coastal Cleanup 2024 on Saturday, September 21 from 9:00am-10:30am! This day is dedicated to cleaning up our beaches and waterways! Meet at the Vilano Beach Pavilion! Hosted by Sol Margin fishing & Conservation Foundation and Keep St. Johns County Beautiful. Open to [...]
Participate in the International Coastal Cleanup® with GTM Research Reserve on Saturday, September 21, 2024 -- 9:00am-11:00am. They'll be joining volunteer organizations and individuals around the globe to help remove debris and microplastics from GTM's beach. Don't forget your insect repellent, sunscreen, hat, and water. Gloves and trash bags will be provided at each location. [...]
On the fourth Saturday of the month, help remove marine debris and microplastics off the beach during GTM Beach Cleanup -- 9:00am-11:00am. Enjoy the beautiful view and being out in nature while helping clean up the beach! Meet at the Visitor Center. That's where you'll pick up gloves and trash bags that are provided. Then [...]
Join us at the GTM Research Reserve for Estuary Fest 2024! Help celebrate National Estuaries Week at this free, family-friendly event! When: Saturday, September 28, 2024 | 10:00am-2:00pm It's a great opportunity for everyone to learn more about our estuary and enjoy a day out. There will be: Food * Music* Education * Entertainment
Join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom for 'Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve' on the first Thursday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm. Explore the wonders at the reserve! Each month will focus on a different topic using words, pictures, and numbers to learn more about what we observe. Meet at the Trailhead Pavilion picnic tables. [...]
Are you a new volunteer at GTM Research Reserve? Have you been to the GTM New Volunteer Orientation at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center? Not yet. Then be sure to check it out ... held the first Friday of the month. Time: 10:00am-11:30am Learn: the GTM NERR program overview | Volunteer Rules & Responsibilities [...]
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is hosting their annual CROCtoberfest Brew at the Zoo on October 5, 2024 from 6:00pm-9:00pm. A portion of the proceeds benefit conservation partners. Sample beers from Florida breweries while learning about conservation work happening right here in St Johns County from our Conservation partners. Local restaurants on hand [...]
Please Note: Due to the impending weather from Hurricane Milton, the October 10 lecture has been cancelled. We are hoping to reschedule for a later date. The 2024 Evenings at Whitney Public Lecture Series are free lectures presented at the UF Whitney Laboratory Lohman Auditorium. The series includes presentations on current science topics, as well [...]
In the GTM Wildflowers Course, Richard Thomas will teach you everything you could ever want to know about wildflowers at the GTM Research Reserve (GTMNERR). Class Dates | Time: October 12, 19, & 26 and November 9 & 16 | 9:00am-10:30am Location: Classroom 2 at GTM Visitor Center Consisting of 5 sessions that will focus [...]
