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Nature Journaling

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

On the first Thursday of every month, join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom at GTM Research Reserve to explore the wonders at the reserve. Each month focuses on a different topic using words, pictures, and numbers to learn..

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..

Guided Exploration Hike

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

Visitors learn about the Guana Peninsula's natural biodiversity, expansive cultural history, vital estuarine resources, and current efforts to protect these resources. Meet at the GTM Research Reserve’s Trailhead Pavilion located west of the Guana Dam. Wear comfortable closed-toe..

Nature Journaling

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

On the first Thursday of every month, join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom at GTM Research Reserve to explore the wonders at the reserve. Each month focuses on a different topic using words, pictures, and numbers to learn..

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..

Nature Journaling

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

On the first Thursday of every month (except July), join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom at GTM Research Reserve to explore the wonders at the reserve. Each month focuses on a different topic using words, pictures, and numbers..

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..

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..

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..

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,..