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.
Start off the New Year with one of SJC Parks & Rec's First of the Year Hikes for 2025. From one of three locations. The guided hikes are 3 to 4 miles long and will take you through diverse habitats. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while learning about the local wildlife, plants, and [...]
Start off the New Year with one of SJC Parks & Rec's First of the Year Hikes for 2025. From one of three locations. The guided hikes are 3 to 4 miles long and will take you through diverse habitats. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while learning about the local wildlife, plants, and [...]
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 [...]
Start off the New Year with one of SJC Parks & Rec's First of the Year Hikes for 2025. From one of three locations. The guided hikes are 3 to 4 miles long and will take you through diverse habitats. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while learning about the local wildlife, plants, and [...]
A free, Military Veteran Pickleball program is being offered to provide military veterans with all abilities the opportunity to participate in pickleball. Time|Location: 9:00am-11:00am | Pickleball Courts - Treaty Park For additional information, call 904-209-0332. Designed in partnership with the VA. Click event website link to register.
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 January 9, 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 [...]
Join us for the 2nd annual The Foundation 5000 ... hosted by UF Health St. Johns Foundation. Supporting the UF Health St. Johns Care Connect Mobile Outreach Clinic and its' ongoing efforts to provide medical assistance to our community's most vulnerable populations. Have your family and friends join you for a day filled with fitness, [...]
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. [...]
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 the Ancient City Road Runners on Saturday, January 18, 2025 for the 45th annual Matanzas 5000! Proceeds benefit youth running programs in St. Johns County high schools and middle schools as well as the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind. Florida's fastest 5K on a USATF-certified 3.1-mile course through scenic, historic St. Augustine. [...]
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 […]
It's time once again for the annual Character Counts! in St. Johns County Six Pillars 6K/3K Run/Walk ... Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Palencia Elementary School. Start Time: 9:00am for both the 6K Run/Walk & 3K Run/Walk Professionally timed and scored by Hasselmania Productions. Awards are given in several categories. Entry Fees: 6K/3K Run/Walk - […]
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 […]