September 2019
Bat Talk and Walk
Join Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky for Bat Talk and Walk. Learn about the creatures of the night. Explore Alpine Groves at sunset in search of resident bats who live in our park. Bring your questions and share stories about the night time forest activities. Meet at the 2nd parking lot near the river. This program [...]
Find out more »January 2020
Freshwater Fishing 101
During Freshwater Fishing 101, learn the ins and outs of fishing freshwater in Florida. Ever wonder about what to put in your tackle box, how to use nets and traps, or what the fishing regulations are? Sign up for one class or attend the whole series. Bring your own gear and learn while you fish! [...]
Find out more »Annual River Blessing
Gather at Alpine Groves Park for the Annual River Blessing on January 25, 2020. There will be a selection of speakers including St. Johns and Matanzas Riverkeepers followed by a silent, non-denominational ceremony of passing the bowl of water guided by a heartbeat drum by First Nations. Participants are welcome to bring their own drums. [...]
Find out more »February 2020
Porch Talks at Alpine Groves Park
St. Johns County Parks & Rec has partnered with the Stetson Kennedy Foundation for Porch Talks at Alpine Groves. This Porch Talks is titled "The Ladies of Tea: 1700s-1900". Local experts talk about local issues on our porch talk series focused on the art, history, environmental issues, and interesting personalities. Learn about the Northwest part [...]
Find out more »Basics in Nature Photography
Basics in Nature Photography Do you have a nice camera and always leave it on auto? Do you wish you could capture the amazing beauty of the nature around you? Then Basics in Nature Photography is for you. Join local photographer Nicholle Goodnight for a hands-on class to sharpen your photography skills. Participants will need [...]
Find out more »April 2020
Porch Talks at Alpine Groves Park
In response to the Governor’s Safer at Home order, St. Johns County, the City of St. Augustine, and the City of St. Augustine Beach have all extended facility closures and program cancellations associated with COVID-19 through Friday, May 1, 2020. The closure extension applies to: the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, [...]
Find out more »June 2020
Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants
Join Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky for Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants. Learn about wild edibles and medicinal plants found in our parks. Bring your questions and journals to record your findings. Friday, June 5, 2020 -- 10:00am-12:00pm at Vaill Point Park Friday, June 19 2020 -- 10:00am-12:00pm at Alpine Groves Park Thursday, July 2, 2020 [...]
Find out more »July 2020
Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants
Join Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky for Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants. Learn about wild edibles and medicinal plants found in our parks. Bring your questions and journals to record your findings. Friday, June 5, 2020 -- 10:00am-12:00pm at Vaill Point Park Friday, June 19 2020 -- 10:00am-12:00pm at Alpine Groves Park Thursday, July 2, 2020 [...]
Find out more »November 2020
Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants
Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants Guided Walk Join Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky at Alpine Groves Park for Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants. Learn about wild edibles and medicinal plants found in our parks. Bring your questions and journals to record your findings. November 5, 2020 -- 4:00pm-6:00pm Program is FREE and open to all ages. [...]
Find out more »January 2021
Porch Talks in Historical Switzerland Florida
Join St. Johns County Parks & Rec for Porch Talks in Historical Switzerland Florida. Learn about the historical richness of Northwest St. Johns County as a Historic Landmark. Family-friendly, entertaining and thought provoking. It's "unplugged" entertainment before the internet and computers. Local experts on local issues on a local porch! Click the event website link [...]
Find out more »Annual River Blessing
Gather at Alpine Groves Park for the Annual River Blessing on January 30, 2021. Honor the Rivers of Florida and those who serve and protect. A selection of speakers includes St. Johns and Matanzas Riverkeepers. They're followed by a silent, non-denominational ceremony of passing the bowl of water guided by a heartbeat drum by First [...]
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