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 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 GTM Visitor Center where you [...]
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 for a brief orientation and instructions. That's where you'll pick up gloves and [...]
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 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. [...]
International Coastal Cleanup at GTM Join us to kick-off National Estuaries Week (September 20-27) by participating in the International Coastal Cleanup at GTM! The GTM Research Reserve is partnering with the with the Ocean Conservancy in hopes of compiling debris data and joining hands to think globally by acting locally. When: Saturday, September 20, 2025 [...]
GTM Wildflower Course Join us at GTM for a 5-week Wildflower Course. Experience the beauty and science of native Florida wildflowers! The course blends classroom instruction with real-world fieldwork. Instructor Richard Thomas will teach you how to identify and appreciate the diverse wildflowers of the GTM Research Reserve. Class Days: Saturdays, September 20 through October [...]
GTM Shuck Yeah! I ❤️ Estuaries! Oyster Roast & Low Country Boil Join us for the Oyster Roast & Low Country Boil to celebrate I ❤️ Estuaries Week ... an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and estuary love! When: Friday, September 26, 2025 -- 6:00pm-9:00pm Where: GTM Research Reserve As the sun sets over the [...]
GTM Redfish Wrangle Fishing Tournament Fishing enthusiasts get ready! The Friends of GTM proudly presents the first annual Redfish Wrangle Fishing Tournament. It's a one-fish, slot-limit tournament where anglers will compete to catch the biggest legal redfish by weight — all while supporting our estuarine environment. When: Saturday, September 27, 2025 Schedule: Friday, September 26 [...]
GTM Wildflower Course Join us at GTM for a 5-week Wildflower Course. Experience the beauty and science of native Florida wildflowers! The course blends classroom instruction with real-world fieldwork. Instructor Richard Thomas will teach you how to identify and appreciate the diverse wildflowers of the GTM Research Reserve. Class Days: Saturdays, September 20 through October [...]