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GTM River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk
2026-02-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-18 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | River to Sea Preserve, 9805 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL, 32137, United States
GTM Marineland River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk
Join GTM National Estuarine Research Reserve for the Marineland River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk. Follow the wooded trail to the Matanzas River at the River-to-Sea Preserve.
You’ll learn about Florida’s moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs and Native American customs. That includes how they used various plants for food, beverage and medicine.
When:
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 — 9:00am-11:00am
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 — 9:00am-11:00am
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 — 9:00am-11:00am
Where: meet at River to Sea Pavilion
Remember to wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. Bring insect repellent and your own, reusable water bottle. Don’t forget your binoculars and/or camera.
Event is Free; however …. Reservations are Required. Click the event website link to reserve your spot today!

GTM 2026 State of the Reserve
2026-02-26 13:00 - 18:30 | GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32082, United States
GTM 2026 State of the Reserve
The GTM Research Reserve annual Science Symposium – 2026 State of the Reserve – is on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 1:00pm-6:30pm. Poster presentations will take place during the Evening Reception … 4:00pm-6:30pm.
Where: GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center
Conserving natural biodiversity and cultural resources using science.
The State of the Reserve has highlighted research projects and monitoring efforts conducted within the GTM Research Reserve since 2010. These projects are conducted by Reserve staff, volunteers, collaborative partners and visiting scientists from all over the world that have informed management decisions to understand population dynamics, water quality and the restoration of important habitats.
Registration opens in January 2026.
Click the event website link to register and for all additional details; including the symposium schedule which is subject to change.

GTM Beach Cleanup
2026-02-28 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-28 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-27 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-22 09:00 - 11:00 | GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach,, FL, 32082, United States
Help remove marine debris and microplastics off the beach during GTM Beach Cleanup. Enjoy the beautiful view and being out in nature while helping clean up the beach!
When: 4th Saturday of month | 9:00am-11:00am
Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions. That’s where you’ll pick up gloves and trash bags that are provided. If you have your own, please bring them. Then you’ll be directed to a specific beach for cleanup.
No need to sign up ahead of time. Open to the public. Just show up to lend a hand.
Don’t forget to bring your sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, and reusable water bottle!
Questions? Call 904-380-8600
Image used is from GTM event.

GTM Guided Exploration Hike
2026-03-07 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-06 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Guana Trailhead, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32082, United States
Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Please Note … there is no hike on July 4, 2026.
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 resources. What was European plantation life like? What are the current efforts to learn about and save these resources?
Meet at the GTM Research Reserve’s Trailhead Pavilion located West of the Guana Dam around 8:45am; hike begins at 9:00am.
Wear clothing appropriate for the season as well as comfortable, closed toe shoes. Don’t forget your bug spray, sunscreen, and your reusable water bottle (can be filled onsite). And, of course, your binoculars and/or camera.
The event is free, but there is a $3.00 per vehicle parking fee. Cash only.
Please RSVP by clicking on the event website link to register.

GTM Family Seining
2026-03-14 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-13 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Guana Dam, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra, FL, 32082, United States
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. You’ll learn about the animals and their roles in Guana Lake.
All necessary gear including waders and boots will be provided.
Be sure to bring your insect repellent, sunscreen, reusable water bottle (can be refilled onsite) and hat … and wear appropriate clothing for outdoors. You might want to bring your binoculars and/or camera as well.
Space is limited! Reserve a spot online by clicking on the event website link.
The event is free; however, there is a $3 per vehicle parking fee.

GTM Beach Exploration
2026-03-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-19 09:00 - 11:00 | GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach,, FL, 32082, United States
Join GTM Research Reserve docents for a Beach Exploration walk the entire family will enjoy. A “Beaches 101” experience, you’ll learn about the animals that call the beach home while collecting seashells and sharks teeth.
When: 3rd Saturday of the month | 9:00am-11:00am
The hike begins at the GTM Visitor Center where you will learn about the different habitats on GTM’s beautiful seashore. The group will then walk across the street to the beach for this salty adventure!
After the walk, you can come back to the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, enjoy our many miles of trails, or spend the day on the beach!
The event is free. However, be sure to click on the event website link to reserve your spot! Registration is required.
No fee for parking in front of the Visitor Center.
