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 [...]
Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions at 9:00 AM sharp. We provide bags and gloves, but you can reduce the trash we generate by bringing your own gloves and container. No signup is required.
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 [...]
Discover the wonders of the natural world at Adventures in the Estuary, an exciting and educational summer camp at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve). Designed for young explorers, this immersive camp offers a unique opportunity to delve into the diverse ecosystems of our coastal reserve. Through engaging activities, hands-on [...]
Discover the wonders of the natural world at Adventures in the Estuary, an exciting and educational summer camp at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve). Designed for young explorers, this immersive camp offers a unique opportunity to delve into the diverse ecosystems of our coastal reserve. Through engaging activities, hands-on [...]
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 Trailhead Pavilion picnic tables. Please CLICK HERE to reserve a [...]
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 [...]
Discover the wonders of the natural world at Adventures in the Estuary, an exciting and educational summer camp at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve). Designed for young explorers, this immersive camp offers a unique opportunity to delve into the diverse ecosystems of our coastal reserve. Through engaging activities, hands-on [...]
Discover the wonders of the natural world at Adventures in the Estuary, an exciting and educational summer camp at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve). Designed for young explorers, this immersive camp offers a unique opportunity to delve into the diverse ecosystems of our coastal reserve. Through engaging activities, hands-on [...]
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 [...]
