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 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 [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec for their monthly Nature Book Club ... centered around celebrating our natural areas. Now at both Canopy Shores Park and Beluthahatchee Park. January's Book Club Information The book is The Making of an American Sea by Jack E Davis Wednesday, January 8, 2025 -- 9:30am-10:30am -- at Canopy Shores Wednesday, [...]
The monthly Military Veteran Kayaking program was designed in partnership with the VA to provide military veterans the opportunity to kayak the unique waterways in St. Johns County. On February 13, 2025 from 10:00am-1:00pm, explore the saltwater marsh of Moultrie Creek. Meet at the Moultrie Creek Boat Ramp. Free. However, please click the event website [...]
Attention all plant lovers .... head to the Plant Sale at Washington Oaks. Held the second Saturday of the month from 10:00am-1:00pm, the 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 among the selections [...]
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 [...]
Arbor Day Ceremony The City of St. Augustine's 42nd Annual Arbor Day Ceremony will take place on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:00am in the Plaza de la Constitución. Ceremony Information There will be remarks by Mayor Nancy Sikes-Kline and Street Tree Advisory Committee (STAC) Chair, Fremont Latimer, along with the planting of one large [...]
Calling all homeschoolers to the Homeschool Instant Photography Workshop at Canopy Shores Park. Join SJC Parks & Rec for some fun with nature photography using old-school Polaroid Instant Cameras. Students will learn the basics of instant photography using classic cameras to capture unique moments. Each participant gets to go home with 8 unique photos! When: [...]
Join Serenity Yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden on the Trefry Family Green for Yoga in the Garden. Located at the rear of the Lightner Museum. Date | Time: 3rd Saturday of the Month (usually) | 8:30am - 9:30am Participants...please bring water, your yoga mat or towel and props if needed. Cost: Donation based All [...]
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 [...]
SJC Parks & Rec has partnered with Kelly Tesiero of Nurture Nature to teach about native plants in a Native Landscaping Workshop. Learn Winter sowing techniques to easily grow wildflowers from seed that will attract songbirds to your yard. All participants will take home at least 4 different plants that can grow from seed. Where: [...]