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..
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..
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..
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,..
Take your camera out of auto mode and into your creative control! This five-session course introduces you to the fundamentals of exposure and manual camera control. Through a mix of in-class demonstrations, guided practice and take-home assignments, you..
Whether you’re new to fishing or looking to brush up on the basics, this five-week hands-on clinic is the perfect place to start! Led by local angler and instructor Donna Frantz, the Fishing 101 Clinic introduces participants to..
Discover the birds of Northeast Florida in this five-week immersive course designed to deepen your connection with the natural world. Guided by experienced birder and author Linda Burek, this course explores the birdlife of our coastal estuary and..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..