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 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 [...]
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 nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom for 'Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve'. Usually held on the first Thursday of the month (except for January and July) from 9:50am-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. [...]
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. [...]
Be sure to sign up for the GTM Research Reserve 6-week Fishing 101 Clinic with instructor Donna Frantz! Have fun learning the basics of fishing. When: February 20 - March 1, 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2025 | 9:00am-11:00am You'll learn: * Fish identification * Fishing rules and regulations * Knot tying * Rig making [...]
Introduction to Nature Journaling New to nature journaling? Then the Introduction to Nature Journaling class just might be for you! By sketching and recording observations and curiosities, instructor Elaine Bergstrom will be reconnecting you with nature. When: March 27, 2025 -- 10:00am-12:00pm Where: Meet at the GTM Visitor Center Learn nature journaling with some easy [...]
Mark your calendars for the GTM Evening for the Estuary - Saturday, May 8, 2025 -- 6:00pm-9:00pm. Celebrating 25 Years of Conservation and Research! Where: Pesca by Michael's at Hyatt Place Vilano Beach Enjoy ... Heavy Hors d’oeuvres * Family-style Dining * Live Music * Dancing * Silent Auction Hosted by the Friends of the [...]
2025 GTM Adventures in the Estuary Summer Camp Designed for young adventurers/explorers, GTM's Summer Camp is a hands-on experience at Guana Tolomato Matanzas (GTM) National Estuarine Research Reserve. Campers will explore the wonders of estuarine habitats, learn about marine life and water conservation, and discover the crucial role estuaries play in our environment. Estuary Summer Camp [...]
2025 GTM Adventures in the Estuary Summer Camp Designed for young adventurers/explorers, GTM's Summer Camp is a hands-on experience at Guana Tolomato Matanzas (GTM) National Estuarine Research Reserve. Campers will explore the wonders of estuarine habitats, learn about marine life and water conservation, and discover the crucial role estuaries play in our environment. Estuary Summer Camp [...]
2025 GTM Adventures in the Estuary Summer Camp Designed for young adventurers/explorers, GTM's Summer Camp is a hands-on experience at Guana Tolomato Matanzas (GTM) National Estuarine Research Reserve. Campers will explore the wonders of estuarine habitats, learn about marine life and water conservation, and discover the crucial role estuaries play in our environment. Estuary Summer Camp [...]