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Events
Cost for most programs are included with
your entrance fee, unless otherwise noted.
Admission to the Environmental Education Center is $2 for adults and $1 for children ages 10 to 17.
Free admission for children under age ten.
The GTM Environmental Education Center will be undergoing building repairs.
Indoor events are subject to change or be held at the Trailhead Pavilion.
There is a $3/parking fee to park at the Trailhead Pavilion (annual GTM pass holders FREE).
All outdoor events will continue as usual.
July
Friday, July 9th 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
FAMILY FUN HOUR
Story and Craft at the Environmental Education Center
A nature story will be followed by a craft activity for participants to take home. This event is open to the public; however children ages 3 to 10 must be accompanied by an adult, one adult for every two children please. Cost for the program is $2 per person which includes entry into the Environmental Education Center. Registration is required by contacting the GTM Research Reserve at (904) 823-4500. All materials for the event will be supplied.
Friday, July 9th Noon to 1:00 PM
Brown Bag Lunch Lecture
--“Bee Keeping”--
Bring your lunch to the Environmental Education Center and enjoy an interesting and informative presentation on bee keeping. GTM Reserve Volunteer and Bee Keeper George DeMarino will be the featured speaker. There is no cost to attend the lecture.
Saturday, July 10th 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m
GTM RESEARCH RESERVE BEACH WALK
--Discover the importance of the beach habitats--
The GTM Research Reserve will host a beach walk at the Guana South Beach location. Join GTM Research Reserve Volunteer Rick Edwards for this “Beaches 101” experience; an informative and fun walk and learn about the sand, the importance of the dunes, and the animals that call the beach their home. Reservations are required. Please call (904) 823-4500 to reserve your spot. Meet at the Guana South Beach parking lot approximately two miles north of the Environmental Education Center. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring water. Regular parking fees apply, $3.00 per vehicle, annual GTM pass holders FREE.
Tuesday, July 13th 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friends of the GTM Reserve Monthly Board Meeting
At the Environmental Education Center. The public is invited to attend. For information please contact Teri Webley at (904) 823-4527.
Friday, July 16th 10:00 a.m. to Noon
BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR AT THE GTM RESEARCH RESERVE
--Learn About the Estuary & Recreational Activities at the Reserve --
Join a Research Reserve interpreter for a guided tour of the Environmental Education Center. Participants will get a behind the scenes look at the artifacts and science laboratories inside the EEC. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Entry fee into the EEC is $2 for adults, $1 for children age 10 to 17, children under 10 are free.
August
Friday, August 6th Noon to 1:00 PM
Brown Bag Lunch Lecture
--“Sea Turtles”--
Bring your lunch to the Environmental Education Center and enjoy an informative presentation on sea turtles. Our featured speaker will be Tara Dodson with the St. Johns County Endangered Species Protection Program. There is no cost to attend the lecture.
Saturday, August 7th 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m
GTM RESEARCH RESERVE BEACH WALK
--Discover the importance of the beach habitats--
The GTM Research Reserve will host a beach walk at the Guana South Beach location. Join GTM Research Reserve Volunteer Rick Edwards for this “Beaches 101” experience; an informative and fun walk and learn about the sand, the importance of the dunes, and the animals that call the beach their home. Reservations are required. Please call (904) 823-4500 to reserve your spot. Meet at the Guana South Beach parking lot approximately two miles north of the Environmental Education Center. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring water. Regular parking fees apply, $3.00 per vehicle, annual GTM pass holders FREE.
Tuesday, August 10th 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friends of the GTM Reserve Monthly Board Meeting
At the Environmental Education Center. The public is invited to attend. Location subject to change due to building renovations. Please call to confirm. For information please contact Teri Webley at (904) 823-4527.
Friday, August 13th 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
FAMILY FUN HOUR
-- Nature Story and Craft --
A nature story will be followed by a craft activity for participants to take home. This event is open to the public; however children ages 3 to 10 must be accompanied by an adult, one adult for every two children please. Cost for the program is $2 per person which includes entry into the Environmental Education Center. Registration is required by contacting the GTM Research Reserve at
(904) 823-4500. All materials for the event will be supplied.
Kayak Tours of Guana River and Guana Lake
Experience kayaking at Guana!
Voted "Best place to canoe or kayak" for three years in a row
Folio Weekly Best of Jax Reader’s Poll 2007, 2008 and 2009
For reservations call (904) 347-1565 or
book online at www.RippleEffectEcotours.com.
Two hour kayak tours of the Guana River or Guana Lake as well as Sunset tours and Ecological Tours
No experience required!
Paddling and safety protocol taught at the beginning of every tour!
Nature Movies every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am and 1 pm
GTM Reserve Environmental Education Center Auditorium
July: “Owls Up Close”
More common than we think, more vulnerable than we would like, owls are a physical and mystical presence throughout North America. Their appeal goes beyond the familiar; the primate face, the measurable though unbelievable sight and hearing; and we simply cannot resist them.
Come for the movies – Stay for the exhibits!
Admission to the Environmental Education Center is $2 for adults, $1 for children aged ten to 17 and children under ten are free.
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