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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Beach Cleanup
DESCRIPTION: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 bottle as a thank-you for helping clean our beaches! Meet at the Middle Beach Parking Lot between 10-11 a.m.
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/valentines-day-beach-cleanup/
LOCATION:Guana Middle Beach Access Parking Lot
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Environment,Estuary,GTM Research Reserve,Public Outreach
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SUMMARY:Family Hike - Leave No Trace Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided family experience that blends nature exploration with mindfulness. Together\, families will participate in a Leave No Trace scavenger hunt while practicing observation\, reflection and curiosity in the natural world. \nThis interactive program encourages teamwork\, shared discovery and meaningful time outdoors — helping families slow down\, connect and learn together. \nInstructor: Erin Tyson\, M.Ed.\, LMHC | Mandala Wellness \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited.
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/family-hike-leave-no-trace-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Guana Trailhead
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Environment,Estuary,Friends of the GTM Reserve,GTM Research Reserve,Guided Hike,recreation
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SUMMARY:Shuck Yeah! I ❤️ Estuaries!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate I ❤️ Estuaries Week with a sunset evening of coastal flavors\, community and estuary love. \nShuck Yeah! is an oyster roast and country boil at the GTM Research Reserve\, set against the Guana River at sunset. The evening will be emceed by John Bachman\, with live music by Sea Level. \nIt’s the perfect Friday night kickoff to a weekend celebrating the estuary\, with Estuary Fest happening the next day. \nYour ticket includes: \n• Fresh oysters by Get Shuckin’ \n• Low Country boil feast \n• Live music by Sea Level \n• Craft cocktails \n• Beer & wine \n• Sunset views \n• Games and coastal-inspired fun \nGrab your friends and join us for a sunset celebration of coastal flavors\, community and the incredible ecosystem we call home! \nJoin us for Shuck Yeah! \n$125 Members | $175 Non-Members \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW \n__________________________________________________________________ \nSponsorship Opportunities\nPearl Sponsor — $2\,500 \nOnly 1 Available\n• Top logo placement across event marketing\n• Speaking opportunity at the event\n• Premium signage placement\n• 4 tickets included \nReef Builder — $1\,000 \nLimited Availability\n• Logo featured on event emails and signage\n• Verbal recognition at event\n• 2 tickets included \nHalf Shell — $500 \n• Logo placement on event signage\n• Recognition during the event\n• 1 ticket included \nAll sponsorships directly support GTM Research Reserve science\, education\, conservation\, and stewardship efforts. \nBecome a Sponsor: Shuck Yeah! Sponsorship Form
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/shuck-yeah-i-%e2%9d%a4%ef%b8%8f-estuaries-2/
LOCATION:GTM Research Reserve\, 505 Guana River Rd.\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, 32082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Environment,Estuary,Friends of the GTM Reserve,GTM Research Reserve
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SUMMARY:Whales & Dolphins | Six-Week Educational Course
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a six-week journey into the world of North Atlantic Right Whales and Bottlenose Dolphins along Northeast Florida’s coast. Through expert presentations\, film\, discussion\, and a guided sunset beach walk\, you’ll explore the science\, conservation\, and stories behind some of the ocean’s most remarkable animals. \nWhether you’re a lifelong marine mammal enthusiast or simply curious about the incredible wildlife found along our coast\, this course offers a unique opportunity to connect with the ocean in a meaningful way. \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT \nSession Dates\nWednesdays: September 30\, October 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\, and November 4 \nInstructor\nTerran McGinnis\, Founder\, Wild Lessons \nTime\n10:30 AM – Noon\nOctober 28 session meets at 5:30 PM for a sunset beach walk at Vilano Beach. \nLocation\nGTM Research Reserve Visitor Center \nRegistration\nFriends of GTM Members: $175\nNon-Members: $225 \nCourse Topics \nWeek 1: North Atlantic Right Whale\nLearn about the North Atlantic Right Whale — one of the world’s most endangered whales — who returns each winter to our Northeast Florida waters to give birth and raise calves. Despite the challenges facing this species\, this session offers a hopeful and empowering look at conservation efforts making a difference. \nWeek 2: “Last of the Right Whales” Film Screening\nExperience the powerful documentary Last of the Right Whales\, following the migration of North Atlantic Right Whales and the people dedicated to protecting them. The film explores the impacts of climate change\, ship strikes\, and fishing gear entanglements while sharing a message of hope for the future of the species. \nWeek 3: Marineland Right Whale Project\nDiscover the incredible work being done through the Marineland Right Whale Project and learn how researchers\, conservationists\, and everyday citizens are helping protect these remarkable animals. \nWeek 4: Common Bottlenose Dolphin\nExplore the behavior\, anatomy\, hunting strategies\, and social lives of our local bottlenose dolphins\, along with the conservation challenges they face in Florida waters. \nWeek 5: Sunset Dolphin Beach Walk\nWe’ll head outdoors for a guided sunset beach walk at Vilano Beach\, traveling south toward Porpoise Point. Along the way\, we’ll discuss dolphin behavior and coastal ecology while enjoying one of the most scenic spots in St. Augustine. Dolphin sightings are possible\, but not guaranteed. \nWeek 6: Marineland Dolphin Adventure — Past\, Present\, and Future\nTake a look back at the fascinating history of Marineland\, the world’s first oceanarium\, and explore how it transformed our community’s relationship with dolphins and marine conservation from 1938 to today. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/whales-dolphins-six-week-educational-course/
LOCATION:GTM Research Reserve\, 505 Guana River Rd.\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, 32082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Education,Environment,Estuary,Friends of the GTM Reserve,GTM Research Reserve
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