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Celebrate Earth Day at GTM Research Reserve

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

Celebrate Earth Day 2025 at GTM Research Reserve! Receive a complimentary aquatic preserve refillable water bottle (one per household while supplies last) when you commit to #MakeTheSwitch to a reusable water bottle. When you do, you reduce waste..

6-Week Wildflower Course

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

Instructor Richard Thomas will teach you how to identify and appreciate the diverse wildflowers of the GTM Research Reserve. In this 6-week course (March 12, 19, 26 & April 2, 9, 16), you will: Explore the habitats of..

State of the Reserve

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

GTM Research Reserve will host its 15th State of the Reserve which features presentations on research and monitoring conducted by reserve scientists and visiting researchers from across the country. The 2025 science symposium will feature presentations on water..

Fishing 101 Clinic

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

Join instructor Donna Frantz for this six-week Fishing 101 Clinic starting Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, at GTM Research Reserve. Have fun learning the basics of fishing. Attend all six weeks for a chance to win a Rod and..

Valentine’s Day Beach Cleanup

Guana Middle Beach Access Parking Lot

Join GTM Research Reserve on Valentine's Day and show some love to our beaches! Spend as much or as little time as you like. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Participants will receive a complimentary Aquatic Preserves water..

Marineland River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk

River to Sea Preserve & Marineland Beach Walk 9805 N Ocean Shore Blvd,, Palm Coast, FL, United States

The GTM Research Reserve offers you an opportunity to follow the wooded trail to the Matanzas River at the River-to-Sea Preserve. An interpretive guide will tell you about old Florida’s moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs, and Native American..

Guided Exploration Hike

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

On the first Saturday of every month, visitors learn about the Guana Peninsula’s natural biodiversity, extensive cultural history, vital estuarine resources, and current efforts to protect these resources. Meet at the GTM Research Reserve’s Trailhead Pavilion west of..

Evening for the Estuary

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

Join the Friends of GTM Reserve at the Guana Dam for its annual fundraiser, Evening for the Estuary: Under the Light of the Moon. Action News Jax Anchor John Bachman will serve as master of ceremonies for the..

Matanzas Inlet Hike CANCELLED!

Matanzas Inlet West Parking Lot 8655 A1A S, St. Augustine, FL, United States

Join GTM Research Reserve and the National Park Service for a guided interpretive hike around the Matanzas Inlet. Explore the ever-changing shoreline, tidal flats, beaches, dunes, vegetation, birds, and wildlife. The event is free but online registration is..

Matanzas Inlet Hike

Matanzas Inlet West Parking Lot 8655 A1A S, St. Augustine, FL, United States

Join GTM Research Reserve and the National Park Service for a guided interpretive hike around the Matanzas Inlet. Explore the ever-changing shoreline, tidal flats, beaches, dunes, vegetation, birds, and wildlife. The event is free but online registration is..

Introduction to Nature Journaling

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

GTM Research Reserve and nature journaling instructor, Elaine Bergstrom, invite you to join us in reconnecting with nature through sketching and recording observations in the environment. This FREE introductory workshop will help you learn the techniques of nature..

Marineland River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk CANCELLED!

River to Sea Preserve & Marineland Beach Walk 9805 N Ocean Shore Blvd,, Palm Coast, FL, United States

The GTM Research Reserve offers you an opportunity to follow the wooded trail to the Matanzas River at the River-to-Sea Preserve. An interpretive guide will tell you about old Florida’s moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs, and Native American..