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.
Do you have a new cellphone/smartphone? And ... does your smartphone camera intimidate you? Would you like to learn to take better photos? Then join Will to learn how to use the camera on your phone and capture those special memories/moments. When | Where: Friday, September 15 & 22, 2023 from 2:00pm-3:00pm | Vail Point [...]
SJC Parks & Rec has partnered with Kelly Tesiero of Nurture Nature to teach about native plants in the Native Landscaping Workshop. Easy care tips and techniques to attain a native, Florida-friendly landscape. Promote pollinators, invite birds into your yard, and enjoy wildflowers with less work. Learn which natives to plant and which to avoid. [...]
Use your favorite camera or smartphone to participate in the Saint Augustine Camera Club's "GTM Through the Lens Challenge". No professional expertise is needed. September 17 @ 12:01am through October 16 @ 11:59pm. The 'challenge' is a citizen science opportunity to document the flora and fauna within the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve [...]
Join the Guided Salt Run Paddle at Anastasia State Park on Sunday, September 17, 2023 from 10:00am-12:00pm. Experience the diverse wildlife and peaceful 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 [...]
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 weather. Bring binoculars, water, comfortable [...]
Join Parks Naturalist Kelly Ussia on Friday, September 29, 2023 for Treasures of the Beach, an engaging walk/talk about the amazing treasures you can find at the beach. Where | When: Mussallem Beachfront Park | 2:00pm-3:00pm Our beaches are constantly changing and bringing new items up for us to see. Shells, sea beans, grasses, sharks [...]
Come join us for the Grand Opening of the St. Johns Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve - Sunday, October 1, 2023, 9:00am-5:00pm! The Garden is all about conservation of rare and endangered species of plants from around the world, as well as natural resources and native plants and animals. Central Florida Palm Society Table * [...]
St. Johns County Parks & Rec along with St. Johns Regional Audobon is offering a Family Bird Walk on Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 10:00am-11:30am. This exciting new program is for the entire family. Enjoy a morning walk around Vaill Point Park where you'll get a chance to learn skills and techniques to start your [...]
Join local photographer, Nicholle Goodnight, for hands-on Nature Photography Classes to sharpen your photography skills. Do you have a DSLR or Mirrorless camera and always leave it on auto? Do you wish you could capture the beauty of nature that surrounds you? Then Basics in Nature Photography Classes are for you! This program is a [...]
Join St. Johns County Naturalists for a guided Deep Creek Kayak Trip. Paddle the creek and learn about the unique history and diverse wildlife of the area. Enjoy the scenery of this conservation land. Date | Time: 10:00am-1:00pm | Friday and Saturday - October 13 & 14, 2023. Fee Schedule: $20.00 -- SJC Resident Providing [...]
