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SUMMARY:Guided Exploration Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 the Guana Dam. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. There is a $3 per vehicle parking fee. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE! \nDo I need a reservation to attend the hike? \n\nYes\, register online by following the links provided above.\n\nIf I can’t make it\, how do I cancel my reservation?\n\nWhen you register\, you receive an email confirmation with information about canceling.\n\nWhat should I wear?\n\nAppropriate clothing for the outdoors is recommended. Dress in layers and prepare for any type of weather. Closed-toe shoes are encouraged but not required. Hats protect your skin from the sun\, along with sunscreen. Bug spray is also suggested.\n\nWhat should I bring? \n\nA reusable water bottle (that can be filled up onsite)\, insect repellent (strongly recommended)\, sunscreen\, and binoculars/cameras are suggested.\n\nWhere should I meet my guide? \n\nCLICK HERE for a Google Map. Your guide will be waiting at the Trailhead Pavilion around 8:50 a.m. The hike begins at 9 a.m.\n\nAre there any fees? \n\nOnly a $3/vehicle fee for parking (paid at arrival). Park\, scan QR code (premiumparking.com) or text the lot number and follow directions.\n\nHow long is the hike? \n\nThe hike is less than 2.2 miles round trip and follows the Yellow Trail (CLICK HERE for a Trail Map). It takes less than 2.0 hours.\n\nAre trails accessible for strollers?\n\nThe trails are not paved and have loose sand. Only strollers with big rugged wheels are recommended.\n\nCan I bring my dog?\n\nFamily pets/dogs cannot join the educational hikes\, as they may distract participants and disrupt native wildlife.\n\nIs there anything else to see afterward?\n\nIf you like\, have lunch at the Trailhead Pavilion. Then\, try out one of the other trails. Enjoy the Dam area\, where visitors fish\, and rent kayaks or paddle boards. Head to one of the three beach lots or hang out in the Visitor Center to learn more about the reserve’s natural surroundings.
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/guided-exploration-hike-16/
LOCATION:Guana Trailhead\, 505 Guana River Road\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, 32082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Education,Environment,Estuary,GTM Research Reserve,Guided Hike,recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T095000
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION: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 more about what we observe. Meet at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center lobby. DUE TO FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY\, THIS EVENT IS A WEEK LATER THAN USUAL. IT WILL BE HELD INDOORS. \nPlease CLICK HERE to reserve a spot online for nature journaling. \nFrequently asked questions: \nWhat should I wear? \n\nPlease wear clothing that is appropriate for the outdoors. It’s recommended to dress in layers and prepare for any weather.\n\nCan I bring my dog? \n\nNot during the Nature Journaling event. Otherwise\, dogs are permitted on GTM trails and beaches if they are on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Please remember that all dogs must remain on a leash\, and the owner must promptly clean all waste. Please be mindful of other visitors when bringing a dog.\n\nWhat should I bring?  \n\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle\, hat\, insect repellent\, sunscreen (strongly recommended)\, and binoculars.\n\nWhere should I meet my guide?  \n\nThe Visitor Center lobby.\n\nIf I run late\, where do I find the group? \n\nThe Visitor Center staff will be able to direct you to the group’s location upon your arrival.\n\nWhat will I learn from this?  \n\nEach month focuses on a different topic using words\, pictures\, and numbers to learn more about what we observe.\n\nAre there any fees? \n\nIf you park at Guana Dam\, there is a $3 fee per vehicle.\n\nIs there anything else to see afterward?  \n\nThere are 6 hiking trails that you can explore at the GTM Trailhead Pavilion. GTM’s Visitor Center is also open from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.\, Tuesday through Saturday. Enjoy the beach and collect shells\, swim in the ocean\, or lay in the sun – have a family day! A $3 parking pass is required for parking at the Trailhead and GTM beach accesses.
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/nature-journaling/
LOCATION:GTM Research Reserve\, 505 Guana River Rd.\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, 32082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Environment,Estuary,GTM Research Reserve
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250712T110000
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SUMMARY:Family Seining
DESCRIPTION: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 roles. All necessary gear including waders and boots will be provided. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nDo I need a reservation to attend?\n\nYes\, register online by following the links provided above.\n\nIf I can’t make it\, how do I cancel my reservation?\n\nWhen you register\, you receive an email confirmation with information about canceling.\n\nHow old does my child need to be to attend? \n\nThere is no age limit\, but your child must be at least three feet tall to hold the seine net.\n\nWhat should I wear?\n\nAppropriate clothing for the outdoors is recommended. Dress in layers and prepare for any type of weather. Closed-toe shoes are encouraged and wearing flip-flops is discouraged. We provide booties and waders\, but you can bring your own gear.\n\nWhat should I bring?\n\nA reusable water bottle (that can be filled up onsite)\, insect repellent (strongly recommended)\, sunscreen\, and binoculars/cameras are suggested.\n\nCan I bring my dog? \n\nFamily pets/dogs cannot attend the family seining\, as they may distract participants and disrupt native wildlife.\n\nWhere should I meet my guide?\n\nCLICK HERE for a Google Map. Your guide will be waiting at Guana Dam\, 15 minutes prior to the scheduled program. The event begins at 9 am.\n\nWhat will I catch? \n\nThe seine nets catch various types of fish\, crab\, shrimp\, shells\, and plant life.\n\nAre there any fees?\n\nOnly a $3/vehicle fee for parking. Park\, scan QR code (premiumparking.com) or text the lot number and follow directions.\n\nIs there anything else to see afterward?\n\nHave lunch at the Trailhead Pavilion and explore one of the many trails. You will also have access to the beaches at the South\, Middle\, and North access lots (for which your parking tag will apply for same-day use\, might as well get your $3 worth). Tour the Visitor Center free of admission. It is open Tuesday- Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/family-seining-20/
LOCATION:Guana Dam\, 505 Guana River Road\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, 32082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Environment,Estuary,Family Seining,GTM Research Reserve,recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T090000
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SUMMARY:Beach Exploration
DESCRIPTION: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 hike begins at the Visitor Center where you learn about the different habitats on GTM’s beautiful seashore. Afterward\, the group heads to the beach for a salty adventure. Parking is in front of the Visitor Center. \nThe Visitor Center address: 505 Guana River Road\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL  32082. \nPlease CLICK HERE to reserve a spot online for the Beach Exploration. \nDo I need a reservation to attend?  \n\nYes\, register online by following the links provided above.\n\nIf I can’t make it\, how do I cancel my reservation?  \n\nWhen you register\, you receive an email confirmation with information about canceling.\n\nWhat should I wear?  \n\nAppropriate clothing for the outdoors is recommended. Dress in layers and prepare for any type of weather. Closed-toe shoes are encouraged but not required. Hats protect your skin from the sun\, along with sunscreen. Bug spray is also suggested.\n\nWhat should I bring?  \n\nA reusable water bottle (that can be filled up onsite)\, insect repellent (strongly recommended)\, sunscreen\, and binoculars/camera are suggested.\n\nWhere should I meet my guide?  \n\nCLICK HERE for a Google Map. Your guide will be waiting at the GTM Visitor Center\, 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hike.\n\nHow long is the walk?  \n\nThe walk is about half a mile\, round trip. The hike leaders guide everyone ~0.25 miles\, one way. You can continue or turn around if necessary. At any point during the hike\, visitors can take swim breaks in the beautiful ocean.\n\nWhat will I learn?  \n\nThe GTM Research Reserve interpretive guide discusses where the restless sand comes from\, where it’s going and its refusal to stay put. Ask why the sand is fine or coarse and how it got its color. Learn about coquina rocks\, dune flowers\, sea birds\, shells\, and the humble gopher tortoise that digs deep burrows and comes out to dine on prickly pears along the dunes.\n\nHow old does my child need to be to attend? Can I push a stroller?  \n\nThere are no age restrictions for this hike\, but the Florida heat can be uncomfortable for small children. You can push a stroller; however\, we strongly recommend strollers with large beach-capable wheels.\n\nI have a bad back. Can I still participate in this hike?  \n\nThe hike is a moderately paced with soft sand terrain. Join the hike if you feel comfortable walking through beach sand for about half of a mile.\n\nIs there anything else to see afterward? \n\nIf you like\, stay at the beach longer and collect shells\, swim in the ocean\, or lie in the sun. You can purchase a $3 parking pass to enjoy the Dam area\, where visitors fish\, rent kayaks or paddle-boards. Hike one of the beautiful trails\, head to one of the three beach lots or hang out in the Visitor Center to learn more about the reserve’s natural surroundings.
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/beach-exploration-2/
LOCATION:GTM Research Reserve\, 505 Guana River Rd.\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, 32082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dune System,Education,Environment,Estuary,GTM Research Reserve,Shoreline
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250726T110000
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CREATED:20250114T142027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T135219Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Beach Cleanup
DESCRIPTION: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 are recommended. No signup is required.
URL:https://gtmnerr.org/calendar/monthly-beach-cleanup/
LOCATION:GTM Research Reserve\, 505 Guana River Rd.\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, 32082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Environment,Estuary,GTM Research Reserve
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