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Monthly Beach Cleanup

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions at 9 a.m. where gloves and trash bags will be provided. You will be directed to a specific beach for cleanup. Hat, insect repellent, water and sunscreen..

Moonlight Hike

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Experience the GTM Trails after dark! Enjoy exclusive after-hours access for a peaceful, self-guided Moonlight Hike from 8-10 p.m. Normally closed by sunset, the trails will be open for a self-paced moonlight hike, providing a peaceful chance to..

Monthly Beach Cleanup

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions at 9 a.m. where gloves and trash bags will be provided. You will be directed to a specific beach for cleanup. Hat, insect repellent, water and sunscreen..

International Coastal Cleanup

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

To kick off National Estuaries Week (Sept. 20-27), GTM Research Reserve is partnering with the Ocean Conservancy for their International Coastal Cleanup, in hopes of compiling debris data and joining hands to think globally by acting locally. Meet..

Nature’s Palette: Wildflower Course

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Experience the beauty and science of native Florida wildflowers in this five-week immersive course. Led by seasoned naturalist and educator Richard Thomas, this course blends classroom instruction with real-world fieldwork to give participants the tools to identify, understand..

Shuck Yeah! I ❤️ Estuaries!

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Celebrate I ❤️ Estuaries Week with an unforgettable Friday evening of food, fun and estuary love! Shuck Yeah! is an oyster roast and country boil held right here at the GTM Research Reserve as the sun sets over..

Estuary Fest

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

GTM Research Reserve's (GTMNERR) Guana River serves as a backdrop for Estuary Fest 2025. Friends of GTM Research Reserve will host this event celebrating National Estuaries Week. This free, family-friendly event will include food trucks, music, games, seining,..

Moonlight Hike

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Experience the GTM Trails after dark! Enjoy exclusive after-hours access for a peaceful, self-guided Moonlight Hike from 8-10 p.m. Normally closed by sunset, the trails will be open for a self-paced moonlight hike, providing a peaceful chance to..

Family Seining

Guana Dam 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Join GTM Research Reserve on the second Saturday of each month for a guided family seining activity. Pull a seine net through Guana Lake, collecting species of fish, crabs, and other habitats. Learn about the animals and their..

Beach Exploration

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Join GTM Research Reserve docents for a beach walk. Learn about the animals that call the beach their home, plus discover seashells and other interesting facts. This is a “Beaches 101” experience the entire family will enjoy. The..

Monthly Beach Cleanup

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions at 9 a.m. where gloves and trash bags will be provided. You will be directed to a specific beach for cleanup. Hat, insect repellent, water and sunscreen..

Monthly Beach Cleanup

GTM Research Reserve 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States

Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions at 9 a.m. where gloves and trash bags will be provided. You will be directed to a specific beach for cleanup. Hat, insect repellent, water and sunscreen..