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 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. [...]
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 SJC Parks & Rec for their monthly Nature Book Club ... centered around celebrating our natural areas. Come share your love for nature and literature! Each month we'll explore books highlighting nature, conservation, and the beauty of local parks. Where: Canopy Shores Pavilion When: Usually the 3rd Wednesday of the Month | 9:30am-10:30am September's [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec for Auggie's Storytime ... geared towards toddler age kids and their families. Auggie is a wise and friendly gopher tortoise who loves to share fascinating stories about the world around him. That includes the secret lives of his animal friends to the wonders of nature that he's discovered during his [...]
Homeschool Photography & Art Workshop SJC Parks & Rec is offering a hands-on program where students will explore outdoors with Polaroid cameras. They'll learn how to take thoughtful pictures then turn their nature photos into unique mixed-media artwork. Along the way, build observation skills; learn about composition and color. Think about how nature inspires art! When: [...]
Hallowes Cove Sunset Kayak Trip Join SJC Parks & Rec County Naturalists for a Hallowes Cove Sunset Kayak Trip. Experience the picturesque beauty surrounded by conservation land while learning about the local ecosystem and the diverse wildlife. Then, enjoy the sunset while out on the water. Dates | Time: Friday, September 19, 2025 [...]
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 volunteers from around the globe for International Coastal Cleanup 2025! This day is dedicated to cleaning up our beaches and waterways! As part of the Ocean Conservancy's effort to #TrashFreeSeas, let us work together in taking care of our environment! When: Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Meet at: Vilano Beach Pavilion Hosted by Sol [...]
International Coastal Cleanup at GTM Join us to kick-off National Estuaries Week (September 20-27) by participating in the International Coastal Cleanup at GTM! The GTM Research Reserve is partnering with the with the Ocean Conservancy in hopes of compiling debris data and joining hands to think globally by acting locally. When: Saturday, September 20, 2025 [...]
GTM Wildflower Course Join us at GTM for a 5-week Wildflower Course. Experience the beauty and science of native Florida wildflowers! The course blends classroom instruction with real-world fieldwork. Instructor Richard Thomas will teach you how to identify and appreciate the diverse wildflowers of the GTM Research Reserve. Class Days: Saturdays, September 20 through October [...]