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' 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. [...]
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 [...]
Reel in the Fun - Kids' Fishing Tournament Bring your kids out to the St. Johns County Ocean Pier for the Kids' Fishing Tournament on Sunday, May 5, 2024 ... 7:00am-12:00pm! Show them what fun fishing can be. Ages: 4 to 12 years, 11 months. Kids can compete for prizes based on the weight of [...]
SJC Parks & Rec has partnered with Hagan Coastal Outfitters and the Matanzas Riverkeeper to help with a Waterway Cleanup on Friday, May 10, 2024 -- 10:00am-1:00pm. Help keep our waterways clean! Where: Moultrie Creek Boat Ramp Cleanup can be from the shoreline, from a kayak or your own personal boat. Sign up today! Please [...]
Join us on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:00am-12:00pm for the annual Turtletown USA Beach Cleanup! Help remove litter and debris in preparation for sea turtle nesting season! All ages are welcome! Supplies will be provided. But ... make sure to bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, closed-toe shoes, and a reusable water bottle. Beach Cleanup [...]
Join us on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Wesley Wells Farm for our Sunflower & Tomato Festival. This handmade market features amazing local vendors and yummy food trucks. *Don't miss our u-pick fields where you can stuff a 5-gallon bucket full of veggies for a flat rate or cut sunflowers and pay per flower. *There [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec for their monthly Nature Book Club ... centered around celebrating our natural areas. Meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month at one of the local beautiful park locations. May 15, 2024 is at Canopy Shores Pavilion from 9:30am-10:30am. The book selected is The Bluebird Effect by Julia Zrckefoose Free - [...]
Join a St. Johns County Naturalist for a guided kayak trip from Moultrie Creek across the intracoastal to East Creek. Learn about the marsh ecosystem and the animals that call it home as well as the history of the area. Date | Time: Friday, and Saturday - May 17 & 18, 2024 | 11:00am-2:30pm Fee [...]
SJC Parks & Rec has partnered with Kelly Tesiero of Nurture Nature to teach about native plants in the Native Landscaping Workshop. This workshop is entitled Propagate Nature. Learn to make cuttings from a variety of plants and sow seeds that will boost the biodiversity of birds and pollinators in their landscapes. All supplies included. [...]
Join the Guided Salt Run Paddle at Anastasia State Park on Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 10:00am-12:00pm. Experience the diverse wildlife and scenery of the salt run. Meet by Anastasia Watersports! Bring your own kayak or rent one from Anastasia Watersports; standard rental fees apply. Weather permitting and subject to cancellation. A PFD (personal flotation device) [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec at Nease Beachfront Park Outdoor Education Room for a fun evening at Parks & Crafts. When: Thursday, May 23, 2024 -- 6:30pm-8:00pm Leaf Print Painting is for everyone .... from those who are amazing artists already to those of us who struggle to even color within the lines. Enjoy making […]
Join St. Johns County's experienced guides on a paddleboard fishing trip through the waters off of Helen Mellon Schmidt Park. Meet there at the kayak launch. Date | Time: Thursday, May 23, 2024 | 10:00am-1:00pm Fee Schedule - Per Person: $20.00 -- SJC Resident Providing Own Board $30.00 -- Non SJC Resident Providing Own Board […]
Join St. Johns County Parks Naturalist and Marineland Dolphin Adventure for a Dolphin Walk on Vilano Beach. On your guided walk, learn all about dolphins. If you're lucky, you might just see some! Meet at the Vilano Beach Pavilion Dates | Time: Wednesday, May 29, 2024 -- 7:30pm-8:30pm Thursday, May 30, 2024 -- 7:30pm-8:30pm […]
Sunset Bike Tour Want to get into biking? Interested in history? Join Will from SJC Parks & Rec for a leisurely bike ride tour and learn the history of Hastings and Armstrong. Enjoy the sunset while you're peddling. Meet at FCT Cora C. Harrison Preserve in Hastings. From there, participants will bike to Armstrong and […]
A free, Military Veteran Paddleboarding program is being offered on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 6:30pm-9:00pm. For any and all veterans who have served. Designed in partnership with the VA to provide the opportunity to explore the unique waterways of SJC. This trip explores the waters of Salt Run in the evening. And, provides an […]