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.
Military Veteran Art Class is a free, monthly art class for our military veterans providing the opportunity to explore a new art medium or technique in our local parks and libraries. When: Friday, September 27, 2024 -- 10:00am-11:30am Where: Canopy Shores Pavilion This months' program is "Charcoal Drawing" ... both an art and a skill. [...]
Calling all homeschoolers to the Homeschool Instant Photography workshop at Vaill Point Park. 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: Friday, September 27, 2024 -- 10:00am-11:30am Ages: 8 and Up [...]
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 [...]
Join us at the GTM Research Reserve for Estuary Fest 2024! Help celebrate National Estuaries Week at this free, family-friendly event! When: Saturday, September 28, 2024 | 10:00am-2:00pm It's a great opportunity for everyone to learn more about our estuary and enjoy a day out. There will be: Food * Music* Education * Entertainment
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: Thursday and Friday - October 3 & 4, 2024 | 9:30am-21:30pm Fee [...]
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 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: Thursday and Friday - October 3 & 4, 2024 | 9:30am-21:30pm Fee [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
If You Can Name It, You Can Love It - A Course in Birding This five-week course in birding at the GTM is being led by Linda Burek, a certified Florida Master Naturalist. She was the lead compiler for the St. Augustine Christmas Bird Count 2018-2021. Linda has also participated in weekly counts of nesting [...]
