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.
Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2024 Please Note: Due to Hurricane Milton, the Crop Maze will be closed on Friday, October 11. They will be open on Saturday, October 12. Be sure to check the website for any updates. Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2024 -- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October […]
Join a Park Ranger at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park on the First Friday of the month for a Garden Walk. Learn about the history of Washington Oaks while exploring the beautiful formal gardens. Meet in the Garden parking lot at 10:00am. Walk is approximately one hour. No registration required. Included with park entry fee. [...]
Join a SJC Parks Naturalist from 2:00pm-4:00pm on Friday, November 1, 2024 for Weed Wrangle. Take part in a statewide volunteer effort to help rescue our public parks and green spaces from invasive species! Hands-on removal of harmful trees, vines and flowering shrubs. Meet at the Vilano Beach Pavilion. All necessary supplies will be provided. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
A free, Military Veteran Paddleboarding program is being offered on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 10:00am-1:00pm. For any and all veterans who have served. Designed in partnership with the VA to provide the opportunity to explore the unique waterways of St. Johns County. This trip explores the waters of Salt Run and offers an opportunity [...]
The public is invited to an Instant Photography workshop! Join SJC Parks & Rec for some fun with nature photography using Polaroid Instant Cameras. Each participant gets to go home with 8 unique photos! Cameras and film will be provided. When: Wednesday, November 6, 2024 -- 2:30pm-4:00pm Where: Vaill Point Park Ages: 5 and Up [...]
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. [...]
Come join St. Johns County's experienced guides on a Deep Creek Paddleboard Trip. Date | Time: Thursday, November 7, 2024 | 10:00am-1:00pm No paddleboard? No problem. Fee Schedule - Per Person: $20.00 -- SJC Resident Providing Own Board $30.00 -- Non SJC Resident Providing Own Board $40.00 -- SJC Resident Using a County Board $50.00 [...]
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Event 2024 Come out to Vilano Beach November 7-10 for the Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife 2024 event. Raising funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the GTM Research Reserve. W3 is a culinary weekend like no other blending food & drink lovers with the surrounding beauty of nature! Enjoy beverage [...]
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Event 2024 Come out to Vilano Beach November 7-10 for the Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife 2024 event. Raising funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the GTM Research Reserve. W3 is a culinary weekend like no other blending food & drink lovers with the surrounding beauty of nature! Enjoy beverage [...]
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Event 2024 Come out to Vilano Beach November 7-10 for the Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife 2024 event. Raising funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the GTM Research Reserve. W3 is a culinary weekend like no other blending food & drink lovers with the surrounding beauty of nature! Enjoy beverage […]
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. Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake. Collect species of fish, crabs and other marine life. Learn about the animals and their roles in Guana Lake. All […]
Join the Friends of Washington Oaks for the Plant Sale at Washington Oaks from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Held the second Saturday of the month. The plant sale features a selection of flowers, plants, and bushes for your home, patio, or garden. Each month, a few new plants will be showcased. You might even find Florida Natives […]
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 […]
Join us at the St. Johns Botanical Garden for a Veterans Day Weekend Event ... Sunday, November 10, 2024 from 10:00am-4:00pm. Honoring and celebrating those who have served! Please bring a canned good .... we're having a Food Drive for the St. Johns Food Pantry! And, the bloodmobile will be on hand as well. Veterans […]
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Event 2024 Come out to Vilano Beach November 7-10 for the Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife 2024 event. Raising funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the GTM Research Reserve. W3 is a culinary weekend like no other blending food & drink lovers with the surrounding beauty of nature! Enjoy beverage […]
Calling all bird lovers .... 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 […]
Calling any and all veterans who have served to the Military Veteran Kayaking trip on Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Come explore the freshwater swamps of Deep Creek. Location: Deep Creek Soft Launch Click event website link to pre-register. Designed in partnership with the VA to provide an opportunity for military veterans to kayak […]
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 as ongoing research programs at the Whitney Lab. The speakers are recognized experts in their field who welcome questions and discussion. The lectures are held in […]
Homeschool Birding Calling all homeschoolers ... join SJC Parks & Rec and St. Johns Regional Audobon for an exciting new program all about birds! Join them for a morning walk where students will get the opportunity to learn skills and techniques needed to start their birding journey. If you have binoculars ... don't forget to […]
Bring your family and friends to the St. Johns County Fairgrounds for the Family Color Run 5K! Experience a burst of color and fun! Enjoy a morning of laughter, health, and vibrant colors. Perfect for all ages and fitness levels! When: Saturday, November 16, 2024 | 9:00am (Rescheduled from September 28, 2024 due to weather […]
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 Visitor Center where you will […]
Join Serenity Yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden at the Lightner Museum for Yoga in the Garden. Located at the rear of the museum. Date | Time: 3rd Saturday of the Month | 8:30am - 9:30am Participants...please bring water, your yoga mat or towel and props if needed. Cost: Donation based All levels. No registration […]
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 […]
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. When: November 20, 2024 -- 9:30am-10:30am Where: Canopy Shores Pavilion November's book is titled The Girl who Drew Butterflies by Joyce Sidman. […]
A free, Military Veteran Archery program is being offered at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds to provide military veterans with all abilities the opportunity to participate in archery. Designed in partnership with the VA. When: 3rd Wednesday of the Month* *Please Note -- the program for September is on the 4th. Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm For additional […]
Join Will from SJC Parks & Rec for a leisurely Bike Ride Tour and learn the history of Hastings and Armstrong. Meet at the Cora C. Harrison Preserve in Hastings. From there, participants will bike to Armstrong and back on a paved bike path. Date | Time: Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 9:30am-12:30pm Friday, December […]
Endless Summer 5K/10K Be sure to mark your calendars! Don's Friends Endless Summer 5K/10K 2024 is Saturday, November 23, 2024. It's the 21st Anniversary for Endless Summer Run and the 15th Anniversary for Don's Friends 5K! 10K Cross Country and 5K Beach Run/Walk - held at Anastasia State Park, a beautiful ocean-front State Park with over 4 […]
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 […]
Calling all bird lovers .... 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 […]
Veterans ... be sure to sign up for the free Military Veteran Fishing class that is being offered. The monthly program is designed to provide military veterans of all abilities an opportunity to gain skills and knowledge about fishing. Date|Time: Wednesday, November 27 -- 9:00am-11:00am Location: Frank Butler Park East Walkover During "Surf Fishing", join […]