• Adventures in the Estuary Summer Camp

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

    Camp Dates: Session 1: June 2-6 (Ages 6-8 & 9-12) Session 2: June 9-13 (Ages 6-8 & 9-12) Session 3: June 16-20 (Ages 6-8 & 9-12) Session 4: June 23-27 (Ages 6-8 & 9-12) Session 5 (STEAM Camp): July 21-25 (Ages 12-15) Discover..

  • Monthly Beach Cleanup

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

    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..

  • 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..

  • 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..

  • 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..

  • GTM Monthly Beach Cleanup

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

    Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions at 9:00 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..

  • 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..

  • Kayaking Basics

    This three-day course is an ACA Level 1 & 2 skills overview. It is scheduled for March 22, 23 and April 5, 2025. The course will: Provide course overview, equipment review (kayaks, paddles, PFDs) and ethics/safety policies. Paddling..

  • 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..

  • Marineland River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk

    River to Sea Preserve 9805 Ocean Shr Blvd., St. Augustine, 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..