• 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..

  • Wildlife Track & Sign Certification

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

    COURSE OVERVIEW Whether you're an experienced biologist or a curious naturalist, this two-day field certification blends assessment and deep learning in wildlife tracking. The CyberTracker Track & Sign Evaluation is an internationally recognized, professional-level certification system that hones..

  • Wildlife Track & Sign Lecture with Marcus Reynerson

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

    An Introduction to Reading the Language of the Land Every time we step outside, we step into a world filled with stories—subtle signs of life that reveal the movement and behavior of wildlife all around us. One of..

  • 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..

  • 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..

  • 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..

  • 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..

  • 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,..

  • 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..

  • 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..

  • 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..

  • 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..