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 nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom for 'Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve'. Usually held on the first Thursday of the month (except for January and July) from 9:50am-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. [...]
Join GTM Research Reserve staff and/or volunteers on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a guided Family Seining activity. Please meet at the Guana Dam Recreational Area 15 minutes prior. Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake collecting species of fish, crabs and other marine life. [...]
Come out to the Valentine's Day Beach Cleanup - Friday, February 14, 2025 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Join the GTM Research Reserve and show some "Love" for the Beach. Meet at the Middle Beach Parking Lot between 10:00am-11:00am. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Participants will receive a complimentary water bottle. Spend as much or as [...]
Join GTM Research Reserve docents from 9:00am-11:00am on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a Beach Exploration walk. Learn about the animals that call the beach home while collecting seashells and sharks teeth. This is a "Beaches 101" experience the entire family will enjoy. The hike begins at the GTM Visitor Center where you [...]
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 [...]
Be sure to sign up for the GTM Research Reserve 6-week Fishing 101 Clinic with instructor Donna Frantz! Have fun learning the basics of fishing. When: February 20 - March 1, 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2025 | 9:00am-11:00am You'll learn: * Fish identification * Fishing rules and regulations * Knot tying * Rig making [...]
Mark your calendars for the Lullaby of the Rivers Festival 2025 .... in a new location ... the St. Augustine Amphitheatre! And, moved to Sunday, February 23, 2025 ... 10:00am-8:00pm! The mission of the Lullaby of the Rivers Festival is to awaken and nurture connections to nature in gatherings of all ages by using music [...]
Ancient Dunes Trail Hike at Anastasia State Park Enjoy a guided hike through the Anastasia State Park's ancient dunes shaded by a maritime hammock. Discover the park’s natural communities while exploring this unique trail. Although only a mile long, this hike is more challenging than our other trails due to the natural sloping landscape. Date|Time: [...]
Join SJC Parks Naturalist Will Pate for Weed Wrangle ... help protect our local parks and green spaces! Hands-on removal of mother of millions which can easily be hand-pulled. Together we can make a difference! When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Vilano Beach Pavilion All necessary supplies will be provided. We recommend you [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec County Naturalists for a Hallowes Cove Kayak Trip. Experience the picturesque beauty surrounded by conservation land while learning about the local ecosystem. Dates | Time: Thursday, March 6 or Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 10:00am-1:00pm Fee Schedule: $20.00 -- SJC Resident Providing Own Boat $30.00 -- Non SJC Resident [...]