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.
A free Military Veteran Fishing class is being offered on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 to all military veterans to gain skills and knowledge about fishing. Time|Location: 9:00am-11:00am | Helen Mellon Schmidt Park Kayak Launch In the "Nets and Traps" class learn about all the various nets and traps that can be used for fishing. Class [...]
Ancient Dunes Trail Hike at Anastasia State Park Enjoy a guided hike through ancient dunes shaded by a maritime hammock. Discover the park’s natural communities while exploring this unique trail. Although only a mile long, this hike is more challenging than our other trails due to the natural sloping landscape. Date|Time: Friday, March 24, 2023 [...]
Help remove marine debris and microplastics off the beach during GTM Beach Cleanup on the fourth Saturday of the month -- 9:30am-11:30am. Meet at the Visitor Center. That's where you'll pick up gloves and trash bags, then be directed to a specific beach for cleanup. No need to sign up ahead of time. Open to [...]
Walk on The Wild Side at Anastasia State Park is a fun and educational hike with a knowledgeable volunteer! Discover an assortment of flora and fuana found in the park's coastal ecosystems. Increase your knowledge and history of the park and the surrounding area. Meet by the Island Beach Shop & Grill. Suggested items to bring: [...]
SJC Parks & Rec has partnered with the Matanzas Riverkeeper and SOL Margin Fishing and Conservation Foundation for a Waterway Cleanup. Help keep our waterways clean on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 -- 4:00pm-7:00pm! Cleanup can be from the shoreline, from a kayak or your own personal boat. Where: Vilano Boat Ramp Sign up today! Click [...]
Are you a new volunteer at GTM Research Reserve? Attend the GTM New Volunteer Orientation at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, held the first Friday of the month. Time: 10:00am-11:30am Learn: the GTM NERR program overview | Volunteer Rules & Responsibilities | Next steps to volunteering. Please be sure to complete a volunteer application [...]
Walk on The Wild Side at Anastasia State Park is a fun and educational hike with a knowledgeable volunteer! Discover an assortment of flora and fuana found in the park's coastal ecosystems. Increase your knowledge and history of the park and the surrounding area. Meet by the Island Beach Shop & Grill. Suggested items to bring: [...]
The University of Florida Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience is excited to announce the return of the Evenings at Whitney Public Lecture Series in the Spring of 2023. Free, the lectures are held in person on the 2nd Thursday of the month -- January through May, 7:00pm-8:00pm. Lecture Schedule/Titles January 12, 2023 -- Preservation Institute [...]
Earth Adventures at Trailmark We see an Earth Adventure in your future! Come help us celebrate our Earth and learn about some of our native sea and land animals on Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 10:00am-2:00pm at Trailmark. * St. Augustine Aquarium will have a touch tank and will bring some animals * Local small [...]
Earth Week Sustainability Workshops In celebration of Earth Week, the City of St. Augustine will host sustainability workshops on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 from 9:00am-12:00pm at the Galimore Center. Workshop Info 9:00am -- Sustainability in the City | presented by City of St. Augustine Utilities Department Learn about the City's sustainability initatives, including: recycling, residential [...]