Guided Exploration Hike

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

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. PLEASE [...]

Family Seining

Guana Dam 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. Do [...]

Beach Exploration

GTM Research Reserve Marineland Field Office 9741 Ocean Shore Blvd., St. Augustine, FL

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 [...]

Guided Exploration Hike

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

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. PLEASE [...]

Family Seining

Guana Dam 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. Do [...]

Beach Exploration

GTM Research Reserve Marineland Field Office 9741 Ocean Shore Blvd., St. Augustine, FL

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 [...]

GTM Through the Lens Challenge

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

Saint Augustine Camera Club's "GTM Through the Lens Challenge" is a citizen science opportunity to document the flora and fauna within the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve) boundaries and watershed. Use your favorite camera or smartphone to get identification shots - no professional expertise is needed. TO REGISTER, visit [...]

Guided Exploration Hike

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

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. PLEASE [...]

Family Seining

Guana Dam 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. Do [...]

Beach Exploration

GTM Research Reserve Marineland Field Office 9741 Ocean Shore Blvd., St. Augustine, FL

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 [...]

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